Fully credentialed clinical counselor/advocate located within the Counseling & Advocacy Program at Fleet & Family SC, Navy Region NW at Naval Base Kitsap. Incumbent will provide counseling of individuals, couples, families, and groups, on matters pertaining to family dynamics, parent-child interaction, couples communication, stress reduction, adjustment to military lifestyles, Family Advocacy Program (FAP) case mgmt, treatment services and psycho-educational training programs.
Summary
Fully credentialed clinical counselor/advocate located within the Counseling & Advocacy Program at Fleet & Family SC, Navy Region NW at Naval Base Kitsap. Incumbent will provide counseling of individuals, couples, families, and groups, on matters pertaining to family dynamics, parent-child interaction, couples communication, stress reduction, adjustment to military lifestyles, Family Advocacy Program (FAP) case mgmt, treatment services and psycho-educational training programs.
This position is that of a fully credentialed clinical counselor/advocate located within the Counseling and Advocacy Program (CAP) at Fleet & Family Support Center, Navy Region Northwest (NRNW) at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. Incumbent will provide service in the form of counseling individuals, couples, families, and groups, on matters pertaining to family dynamics, parent-child interaction, couples communication, stress reduction, adjustment to military lifestyles, Family Advocacy Program (FAP) case management, treatment services and psycho-educational training programs. Counseling includes psychosocial assessments, development of treatment plans, delivery of treatment, and appropriate referral. Incumbent must demonstrate effective independent clinical assessment skills by identifying crisis situations, e.g. suicide or homicide risk, danger of physical or sexual abuse to family members, and increased risk of further family violence. Provide crisis intervention and safety planning as required. Must independently manage assigned cases; maintain case records, treatment plans, and statistics in accordance with Navy policies and regulations. Responsibilities serve as liaison and maintain working relationships with government and non-government agencies, participate in community liaison meetings, educate and provide case specific consultation to military and civilian agencies. Incumbent may be required to testify at juvenile or family court, and/or military legal hearings regarding Family Advocacy cases. **Partial Telework Eligible**
Successful completion of a formal childcare background check and be able to obtain and maintain Secret security clearance.
Position is subject to the Health Practitioner Credential Review and Privileging requirements
Candidate must be able to be privileged at Tier II or Tier III per SECNAV 1754.7A
Occasional travel outside the local commuting area may be required.
Incumbent may be required to travel for up to two weeks to attend or provide training
Qualifications
Incumbent requires knowledge of intensive psychosocial services and a wide range of skills (casework, group work, individual and family therapy). Incumbent must meet all the following qualifications:
State licensure or state certification that provides legal authority to provide clinical services as an independent practitioner.
When state licensing or certification includes written examination, candidate must have achieved a passing score on that examination.
Possess a Master's degree in one of the following clinical fields; Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, or Doctorate in Psychology from an accredited college is required.
Must have engaged in 2 years (2000 hours) full-time, post-masters supervised clinical experience.
Knowledge of the military lifestyle demands, ability to present sensitive, at times controversial information to groups of people in clear and concise manner.
Incumbent must be able to modify programs to meet needs of the active duty military community.
Candidate will have the ability to recognize, identify and assess mental disorders per the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual. Knowledge of dynamic and diagnostic skills necessary for family violence identification, risk assessment, and safety planning.
Must be able to communicate in writing to develop and prepare case management memos, correspondence, and reports; to document psycho-social assessments, treatment plans, and case review committee reports and develop lesson plans for briefing and classroom presentations.
Skills necessary for family violence identification, risk assessment, and safety planning.
Knowledge of family systems as it relates to patterns of abusive behavior and abuse response, substance abuse, human behavior, human sexuality, attention deficit disorder, and juvenile delinquency.
Ability to recognize and define personal and social problems and to effectively interview and clinically respond to the needs of clients.
Ability to communicate in writing to develop and prepare case management memos, correspondence, and reports.
Ability to use a personal computer and a variety of software programs to develop multi-media presentations and facilitate work assignments.
Other duties as assigned
Education
All transcripts, certifications and licensure must be uploaded with application for consideration.
Master's Degree in one of the clinical fields; Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, or Psychology from an accredited program.
State licensing or certification including written examination with passing score.
Additional information
Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within 30 days of employment is required.
We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States. The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Candidates will be evaluated based on education, licensing, and detailed experience outlined in attached resume.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
