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Fleet and Family Readiness is looking for the best and brightest to join our TEAM!!! The Navy team offers innovative, exciting and meaningful work linking military and civilian talents to achieve our mission and safeguard our freedoms by enhancing the qualify of life for Sailors, their families, and others in the Navy Community. Department of the Navy provides competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and extensive professional development and training.
Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Support Centers (FFSC) recognizing being in the military presents unique challenges and opportunities for service members and their families. FFSC's programs and services are designed to help promote self-reliance and family resilience for active duty, activated reservists, retirees, and family members.
For more information on Mid-Atlantic FFSC's programs and services visit http://www.navymwrmidlant.com/support-services
THIS POSITION WILL SERVE AS A SARC FOR FFSC NAVAL STATION NORFOLK
Learn more about this agency08/22/2017 to 08/23/2017
$60,210 - $76,980 per year
$28.85-$36.89 per hour
NF 04
1 vacancy in the following location:
Occasional travel - FOR TRAINING AND NEEDED LOCATIONS
No
Permanent
Full-time - Full Time
No
VA-17-9651
477669700
The incumbent is notified of all reports of sexual assault within the installations in their Area of Responsibility (AOR) and provides case management of all reported cases of sexual assault from initial report through final disposition. The incumbent ensures all unrestricted reports of sexual assault are presented monthly to the Sexual Assault Case Management Group (SACMG) until transfer/closure. Ensures cases to be transferred are completed expeditiously and victim confidentiality is maintained. The incumbent 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. The incumbent tracks the status of the SAPR Program within their AOR: issues, trends, areas needing improvement, effectiveness of local case management, and installation climate. Ensures collection of data to include, but not limited to, number of cases received, trainings provided, and personnel trained at installation, in compliance with CNIC HQ SAPR policies and guidance. The incumbent coordinates and monitors services provided for sexual assault victims throughout regional installations. Ensures victim advocacy services include:
• 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.
• Procedures for contacting volunteer advocates, as well as specific protocols that govern the duties and responsibilities of the SAPR Victim Advocate.
The incumbent has oversight of all aspects of victim advocacy services provided by SAPR VAs. The incumbent establishes and maintains arrangements (i.e., Memorandums of Agreement or Understanding (MOA/MOU) to facilitate the timely exchange of information between installation victim support agencies and other commands/activities on cases involving sexual assault of service members and their adult dependants, civilians, and contractors, while ensuring compliance with Navy Confidentiality Policy.
The incumbent 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. Maintains all documentation and case records in a confidential and secure manner in accordance with the Privacy Act and applicable regulatory guidance; participate in developing and implementing performance outcome measures and program evaluation tools to measure program effectiveness; and input statistical output and service delivery information into appropriate Navy and FFSC authoritative databases.
The incumbent coordinates sexual assault awareness and prevention education briefs and workshops to increase the understanding of what constitutes sexual assault, to reinforce that it is a crime, and to ensure that personnel know the full range of reporting options. Ensures that COs, XOs, SAPR Command POCs and other key installation personnel meet training requirements and fully understand the expanded SAPR program. Tracks, at a minimum, what subordinate units require SAPR VAs, a roster of those SAPR VAs and, status of their training, and rotation dates.
The incumbent 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. Liaisons with cognizant departments/agencies (e.g., medical, base security, NCIS, legal) to facilitate a team approach in sexual assault cases. Facilitates the development and collaboration of installation SAPR public awareness campaigns to include planning of local events. Develops and maintains a current and comprehensive file of Navy and civilian resources for victims of and sexual assault. Collaborates with local community crisis counseling centers, as needed, to augment or enhance the installation SAPR Program.
The incumbent notifies the Victim’s Command within 24 hours of receipt of an unrestricted or restricted sexual assault report. SARC will only provide non-identifying numeric information to the Command in restricted cases and provide specific identifying information for victims who elect unrestricted reporting option.
The incumbent coordinates development of information packets, victim handbooks or similar resources to assist and empower victims. SARC determines distribution locations for program information, and updates as directed or necessary. Performs other related duties as assigned.
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KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
You must be a US Citizen.
Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. http://www.sss.gov
Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment.
Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program.
A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal.
Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:
Completion of a four year degree in behavioral health or social science AND three years of experience that demonstrates acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral health or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field OR an appropriate combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of knowledge and skill equivalent to that gained in the above.
Experience working with victims of sexual assault or working in victim advocacy and victim advocacy services required and experience working with the Navy SAPR program preferred. The incumbent must have knowledge of the dynamics of sexual assault and local community resources for sexual assault victims. Knowledge of the military, Department of Defense (DoD), and Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) program, along with local, state, and federal laws and military regulations pertaining to victims of sexual assault is preferred.
The incumbent must have the demonstrated ability and skill to provide effective trainings and briefings. The incumbent must have knowledge and skill in developing program management plans and adhering to them. Ability to assess program effectiveness. Ability to maintain accurate statistical framework for program data collection and reports.
The incumbent must have the ability to understand, be sensitive to, and have empathy for victims. Ability to develop trusting helping relationships and to work effectively with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
The incumbent must have the analytical ability to intervene in crisis situations, using sound professional judgment, ethical practice, and common sense. The incumbent must have the ability to work cooperatively with military and civilian medical, social service, law enforcement, and legal personnel on behalf of victims.
The incumbent must be skilled in oral and written communication. The incumbent must have knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Skilled in the use of office software applications to prepare management reports and use software to develop information; able to enter data in required management reports.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire.
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility.
The incumbent will assist FLEET and TYCOMs in their AOR, as assigned, in executing the goals of the SAPR Program, including (but not limited to):
• Ensuring Command understands the program and their responsibilities within the program
• Tracking sexual assault incidents
• Monitoring training requirements
• Marketing the program
• Advising Command of any limitations in the program and possible solutions in deployed environments.
The incumbent may be required to execute SARC duties and responsibilities in a deployed environment.
This is a Noncritical Sensitive Position. Department of Navy background check authorizing ITII access must be completed and contain no convictions of sexual assault and domestic violence.
We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee’s eligibility to work in the United States.
Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.
For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.
The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of 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. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodations should email their request to nsapplications@nhr-ma.com to ensure proper consideration is given. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
This activity is a Drug-Free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Sailors, their family members, and all other customers have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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, skill, and ability, related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.
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Proof of education (transcripts/copy of degree/high school diploma), if applicable to position requirements.
If claiming Veteran’s Preference, a legible copy of DD-214 (page 4) as well as any other supporting documentation (disability, proof of service, SF-15, etc). is required.
If claiming Military Spouse Preference, a copy of sponsor's orders is required for NF-03 and below or equivalent.
If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) Priority consideration, submit a copy of the notice of separation.
If you are a current federal employee, submit your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/477669700. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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