FFSP ASSOCIATE GENERALIST COUNSELOR chez Department of the Navy

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Duties

This position is that of a Pre-licensed clinical counselor located within the Counseling and Advocacy Program (CAP) at the Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC), at Naval Air Station Lemoore, California. FFSC provides an array of quality of life programs to active duty, reservists, retirees, and their families, such as individual, family, and marriage counseling; consultations; resource referrals; workshops; and other programs to enhance personal and family resiliency. The primary purpose of the position is to provide individual, couples, family, and group counseling to active duty personnel, retired military members, reserve components, and their families. The incumbent primarily focuses on matters pertaining to family dynamics, couples communication, stress reduction, and adjustment to military life. Clinical counseling includes the psychosocial assessment of individuals, development of treatment plans, treatment delivery, and appropriate referral. Family Advocacy Program (FAP) case management includes the identification, reporting, safety planning, psychosocial and risk assessments, treatment planning, treatment, referral, and follow-up of intimate partner violence and child abuse allegations for active duty military members and their families. Cases may involve multiple difficult and complex family problems including dual diagnoses, violence and impulsivity, and a variety of other mental health problems. Sailor Assistance and Intercept for Life (SAIL) case management includes assessment, safety planning, and care coordination for active duty personnel with suicide related behavior. The incumbent facilitates support groups or seminars/training focused on both prevention and intervention. Plans, develops and implements programs designed to foster positive healthy relationships within the family structure. Develops and maintains professional standards of service, community referral resources, and a close network with other service providers. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Must have a Master's degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or related field from an accredited institution. Registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences in the state of California as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, Associate Social Worker, or Associate Professional Clinical Counselor. Candidate must be able to be privileged at a Tier I level per SECNAV 1754.8. Must be current in continuing education credits, be able to provide master's level transcripts from an accredited university, a copy of current state associate registration, and obtain peer level clinical references. Knowledge of the specific demands of the military lifestyle, such as frequent separations and high stress working environments that have an extensive impact on individuals and their families preferred. Knowledge of dynamics and diagnostic skills necessary for family violence identification, risk assessment, and safety planning. Ability to effectively interview, and clinically respond to the needs of clients including assessing suicidal and homicidal ideations and substance abuse. Ability to communicate in writing to develop and prepare case management memos, correspondence, and reports; to document psycho-social assessments, treatment plans, and FAP reports. Knowledge and ability to use a personal computer and a variety of software programs to develop multi-media presentations and to facilitate work assignments. Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing in English.

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or related field from an accredited institution. Fully meet the Tier I SECNAVINST 1754.8 requirements.

Other Information

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service. In accordance with the Real ID Act of 2005, if a candidate or new hire requires access to a military installation and does not have a REAL ID, identity will need to be established. Identity is established by presenting either one (1) Acceptable Credential or by presenting an acceptable combination of Source Identify Documents. Acceptable Credentials are listed in List A and Acceptable Source Identity Documents are listed in Lists B and C in the link below (page 3). If using an Acceptable Credential, only one (1) from List A is required and if using Acceptable Source Identity Documents, one (1) from List B and one (1) from List C is required. https://www.oni.navy.mil/Portals/12/Vistors/Base%20Access%20Form.pdf?ver=2017-08-28-065204-693