Clinical CounselorPsychologistSocial Worker

Summary

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the How to Apply section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.

Duties

• You will provide health care services for Fleet and Family Support Program (FFSP) and Family Advocacy Program (FAP).
• You will assess and triage clients who present risk to harm self or others and refer to the appropriate and nearest behavioral health provider.
• You will initiate develop and facilitate group treatment programs to address the needs of families such as marital groups and child and adolescent groups.
• You will assist the Navy Clinical Supervisor with developing Non-medical Clinical Counseling (NMC) case management protocols program delivery criteria and identifying gaps in existing services.
• You will receive and assess referrals made by military and civilian agencies for individuals couples families and groups experiencing situational stressors including deployment grief relocation separation and others.
• You will develop and execute short-term solution focused NMC counseling treatment plans for those individuals who request such services and who present with commonly occurring life circumstance issues or adjustment disorders.
• You will ensure compliance with maintenance security and safety of records reports files and information relating to CAP components and ensures applicable assets and interests are protected.
• You will assist the Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) Site Director in the management control development coordination and execution of assigned programs.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities visit
• 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.
• Males born aftermust be registered for Selective Service.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States drivers license.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.

Qualifications

In addition to the Basic Requirements for this position your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of Specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:

1) Employing various evidence-based and trauma-informed counseling approaches clinical treatment principles and practices research methods group dynamics motivational interviewing developmental psychology and family systems therapy to counsel individuals couples families and groups; 2) Using various verbal communication methods and techniques to effectively work with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds to present information discuss cases deliver presentations and develop and maintain professional relationships with other treatment professionals; 3) Demonstrating skill in the use of various written communication methods and techniques and using a management information system software and other applicable web-based programs to effectively document case management and treatment plans counseling requirements and services and to facilitate the completion of work assignments; 4) Coordinating CAP services including intake work load distribution assessments case management liaison outreach/marketing education and partnerships; 5) Maintaining FAP clinical case records treatment plans and required statistical data in order to monitor and collaborate with the FAP Supervisor or FAR on all child sexual abuse cases involving alleged active-duty offenders or family member victims; and 6) Utilizing and applying the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders to recognize identify and assess mental disorders and personal and social problems to reach accurate conclusions and provide appropriate solutions.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:

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.

Education

Applicants must meet the following positive education qualifications requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Standards Manual:

This position is a TIER TWO clinical care practitioner. Applicants must meet all of the following requirements as outlined in SECNAVINST 1754.8:

1. Possess at least a masters or doctoral degree in one of the following disciplines:
a. Masters degree from a program accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Education Programs (CACREP) or an equivalent degree OR
b. Masters degree from a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE) or an equivalent degree OR
c. Masters degree in Social Work from a graduate school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) or an equivalent degree OR
d. Doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology from an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited university or professional school and a one-year APA accredited clinical internship
2. State or U.S. territory license or certification that provides legal authority to provide clinical services as an independent practitioner in the fields of Licensed Professional Counseling Marriage and Family Therapy Clinical Social Work Clinical Psychology or Counseling Psychology.
3. When the state or U.S. territory licensing or certification requirements include a written examination candidates for privileging must have achieved a passing score on that examination.
4. Must have engaged in two years full-time post-masters supervised clinical experience.

Additional information

This announcement uses the Defense Industrial Base Major Range and Test Facilities direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service.

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.

Several vacancies may be filled.

A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.

Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However if you claim veterans preference you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.

The position may require working flexible hours such as 0700-1500 or 0900-1800 to accommodate clients needs to have after hour care.

This position requires routine on-site access to government facilities. The incumbent may perform the required tasks at an off-site location for situational telework only.

This position requires rotating shifts evening and weekend work.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Required Experience:

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