What is the Nursing Assistant-Mental Health-Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (RRTP) role at Veterans Health Administration like?

I’m Ms. Smith, currently looking for a job. I’d like to ask Dr. Job about the Nursing Assistant-Mental Health-Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (RRTP) position at Department of Veterans Affairs.

Ms.Smith

What position is being offered at the Department of Veterans Affairs in Togus, Maine?

Ms.Smith

They’re offering Nursing Assistant positions in the Substance Use Disorder Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program.

Dr.Job

What’s the salary range for this Nursing Assistant position?

Ms.Smith

The salary ranges from $44,103 to $71,988.

Dr.Job

Can applicants who haven’t completed their education or certification requirements still be considered for the position?

Ms.Smith

Yes, applicants who are still finishing their educational or certification requirements can be referred and tentatively selected, but they won’t be hired until everything’s completed.

Dr.Job

What kind of experience or education is needed to qualify for the Nursing Assistant role?

Ms.Smith

You need either six months of general experience, one year of education beyond high school related to the NA occupation, or completion of a specialized training course of less than a year.

Dr.Job

What are the grade requirements for the Nursing Assistant position?

Ms.Smith

For GS-3, there are no additional requirements beyond the basics. For GS-4, you need either one year of specialized experience as a NA or in another medical field, or two years of education above high school in an accredited institution.

Dr.Job

Thank you, Dr. Job. I will review the details.

Ms.Smith

Job & Company Information

Job Title: Nursing Assistant-Mental Health-Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (RRTP)
Agency: Veterans Health Administration
Salary: $44103-$71988
Industry: IT / Technology
Location: Togus, Maine
Posted on: 2025/11/06 11:40:57