This position is the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator/Work and Family Life Specialist at Singapore Area Coordinator, Singapore. This position works under the oversight of the Fleet and Family Support Office Manager and with program oversight from the Regional SARC. The SARC/WFL Specialist communicates directly with the installation CO, providing regular updates and assisting with meeting SAPR and Work and Family Life program requirements.
Summary
This position is the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator/Work and Family Life Specialist at Singapore Area Coordinator, Singapore. This position works under the oversight of the Fleet and Family Support Office Manager and with program oversight from the Regional SARC. The SARC/WFL Specialist communicates directly with the installation CO, providing regular updates and assisting with meeting SAPR and Work and Family Life program requirements.
Serves as the designated program manager of sexual assault victim support services, oversees local implementation and execution of the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Program, and ensures comprehensive victim services are provided through a coordinated community response.
Coordinates with other victim support resources, such as chaplains and medical treatment facilities (MTF), to meet victim needs.
Appraises performance of the SAPR Victim Advocates and ensures quality and continuity of the care.
Provides case management of all reported cases of sexual assault in their Area of Responsibility (AOR) from initial report through final disposition.
Ensures all unrestricted reports of sexual assault are presented monthly to the Sexual Assault Case Management Group (SACMG) until transfer/closure.
Conducts ongoing assessment of consistency and effectiveness of the SAPR Program and service care system within the installations in their AOR and supports the development and implementation of the installation SAPR Program and all tenant Naval commands.
Tracks the status of the SAPR Program within their AOR: issues, trends, areas needing improvement, effectiveness of local case management, and installation climate.
Ensures victim advocacy services includes the capacity to respond by telephone and in person 24 hours a day, providing support and assistance to victims of sexual assault, including response within 60 minutes of the referral, either telephonically or in person and procedures for contacting volunteer advocates, as well as specific protocols that govern the duties and responsibilities of the SAPR Victim Advocate.
Maintains victim and incident case information, subject demographics and disposition, and training records for case management and monthly reporting through DSAID in accordance with regulatory and policy guidance and as established by DOD and Navy policy.
Uses standardized curriculum, as provided by CNIC HQ SAPR, to commands and SAPR Victim Advocates (VA), SARCs, and other SAPR trainings as requested.
Coordinates and implements marketing materials and other tools to support the SAPR Program.
Coordinates with commands to ensure command SAPR personnel are properly trained to provide briefings to commands to enhance awareness of sexual assault issues such as proper reporting procedures, maintaining victim confidentiality, and available victim support services.
Interfaces with military and, if available, civilian agencies to identify relevant resources and means of accessing appropriate services to promote availability of victim advocacy services and support systems.
Facilitates the development and collaboration of installation SAPR public awareness campaigns to include planning of local events.
Collaborates with local community crisis counseling centers, as needed, to augment or enhance the installation SAPR Program.
Incumbent serves as a consultant and instructor on a variety of WFL topics and issues. Provides informative and tangible advice, assistance, and instruction to address customer concerns, needs and requirements associated with Navy-life (deployment/separation; frequent relocation, transitioning from military to civilian life, etc.).
Evaluates, interprets and acts upon data received through customer interviews, general research provided by other agencies/academia, and community based resources.
Implements and monitors service provisions to evaluate and ensure client satisfaction and effectiveness.
Works independently to provide guidance and training to deliver course curricula and prepare accompanying resource materials.
Organizes and implements initiatives such as job fairs and executive career study groups that invite prospective employers to the installation.
Develops, coordinates, conducts and evaluates workshops, seminars, general military training, etc., for customers within specific areas of responsibility, such as Career and Transition Support, Deployment Support, Personal Financial Management, Relocation Assistance, and Information and Referral.
Maintains relationships with on-and-off base agencies, private organizations, advisory councils, special interest groups and other resources that may be beneficial in supporting program initiatives.
Conducts needs assessments to address programmatic changes, using interview data and changing demographics to identify and analyze local and national trends and issues.
Develops operating policies and procedures, programs, classes/seminars, promotions, integrated program delivery with other installation/region/agency staff.
Prepares and assists in informative/instructional presentations, correspondence and binding agreements such as memoranda of understanding to formalize agreements and roles.
Designs and establishes effective ongoing public information, marketing, and public relations campaign that promote participation in programs.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
Must pass all applicable records and background check.
Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a state driver's license.
Must be a U.S. citizen or national.
Qualifications
To qualify for this position, candidates must the qualification identified below. Candidates qualifying for the position must provide sufficient information to demonstrate how these requirements are met.
Bachelor's degree or higher in behavioral health, social science or criminal justice AND two (2) years of specialized experience that demonstrates acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral health or social sciences field
OR
a combination of education and 4 years of specialized experience that demonstrates acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral health or social sciences field.
Education
Proof of education MUST be uploaded at time of application for consideration. If degree is not conferred, you MUST provide a copy of your high school diploma or equivalent with your college transcripts.
When education is a basic requirement for the position, or when substituting education for experience, applicants MUST submit a copy of your high school transcripts, college transcript, or a list of courses which includes grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and/or semester hours earned as part of your application package.
Foreign education must include evidence that it is comparable to education received at accredited educational institutions in the United States. All substitutions of education for experience will be made in accordance with OPM approved qualification standards.
Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience. For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the U.S. Department of Education websites at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications and http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html
Additional information
Employees (and family members) who require medical or dental care in the overseas location will be responsible for obtaining and paying for such care. Access for civilian employees and their families to military medical and dental treatment facilities is on a space-available and reimbursable basis only.
Return rights for current employees must be negotiated with the losing command. Candidates not associated with the Department of Defense are ineligible for return rights.
Some positions have special requirements.
Selection may be tentative pending the completion of the satisfactory employment reference checks and receipt of proof of education (where applicable).
Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period.
Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer is required. Salary is commensurate with experience and/or education.
Selectees initially recruited from the United States or who are already on a Transportation Agreement will be entitled to transportation and moving costs for themselves and their family members. Household goods may be shipped and a housing allowance is paid to cover monthly housing and utility costs.
Compensation includes base pay, a Post Allowance which is a non-taxable (federal) allowance based on the Singapore dollar rate exchange, and a Living Quarters Allowance sufficient to pay for a housing unit within close proximity of the workplace. You may also ship and/or store your household goods. These and other benefits are available to those personnel hired on an overseas transportation agreement.
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. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to ffr_nafrecruitment@us.navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.
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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.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application will be screened for the following minimum qualifications:
At least one of the following:
Bachelor's degree in a behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position AND two (2) years of specialized experience that demonstrates acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral health or social sciences field OR
Combination of education and four (4) years of specialized experience that demonstrates acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral health or social sciences field
Applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be further evaluated for:
Years of experience working with military, civilian, medical, social service, law enforcement and legal personnel on behalf of victims
Years of experience in providing sexual assault prevention response training and briefings
Years of experience as a victim advocate in a sexual assault prevention and response program
Years of experience in entering entering information in a database or case management system
Experience in various Work and Family Life topics and areas (e.g., Transition Assistance, Personal Finance Management)
Years of experience in gathering data, compiling statistics, implementing and monitoring service provisions, and making recommendations to higher level supervisors at installation, regional and DoD levels
Years of experience in developing, coordinating, conducting, and evaluating workshops, seminars, and general military training in career support, transition assistance, relocation services, deployment support, personal finance management, or as an ombudsman
Years of experience in organizing and implementing initiatives such as job fairs and facilitating joint program events and presentations in recreation, lodging, housing, barracks and other installation facilities
Years of experience in conducting interviews to establish the nature and extent of concerns and issues, and providing assistance to develop goals and plans to determine appropriate referral services and options
Experience in preparing presentations and public speaking
Possession of a nationally-recognized financial counselor certification (e.g., Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC/AFCPE))
All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.
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.
The following documents are required at the time of application:
Resume
Proof of education/training: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s), if degree hasn't been conferred provide copy of HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent
If claiming Military Spouse Preference or Overseas Employee Family Member Preference : provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders
If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 02/22/2024 to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.
Singapore Area Coordinator
CNRJ NAF HRO (N941)
PSC 473 Box 12
FPO, AP 96349-0001
US
Next steps
Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.
If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.
Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
The following documents are required at the time of application:
Resume
Proof of education/training: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s), if degree hasn't been conferred provide copy of HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent
If claiming Military Spouse Preference or Overseas Employee Family Member Preference : provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders
If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 02/22/2024 to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.
Singapore Area Coordinator
CNRJ NAF HRO (N941)
PSC 473 Box 12
FPO, AP 96349-0001
US
Next steps
Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.
If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.
Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.