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USAJOBS · 2 months ago

FFSP Clinical Counselor/ Family Advocacy Program Case Manager

Coronado, CA , USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$101K/yr - $121K/yr

2+ years exp

USAJOBS is seeking a FFSP Clinical Counselor/ Family Advocacy Program Case Manager to provide direct counseling services to individuals, couples, families, and groups. The role involves managing cases related to family dynamics, domestic abuse, and providing psycho-educational training programs.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Receive and assess referrals made by military and civilian agencies for individuals, couples, families, and groups experiencing commonly occurring life circumstance issues or adjustment disorders

Provide direct, short term, solution focused NMC counseling services using psychotherapeutic services, such as cognitive therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, family systems therapy, expressive therapies, etc

Refer clients with issues falling outside the authorized scope of care (e.g., schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, substance use disorders, major depression, etc.) within the Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) to military or civilian behavioral health providers

Initiate, develop, and facilitate group treatment programs to address the needs of families

Provide critical incident intervention services, when requested

Conduct on-site/regional quarterly quality assurance (QA) reviews of cases, to ensure that all NMC counseling services provided are safe and of good quality

Document all NMC services provided in the FFSP management information system

Provide initial and on-going case management services

Triage clients, educate on mandated and required reporting protocols of child and domestic abuse, conduct risk and lethality assessments, develop safety and treatment plans, provide referrals, establish individualized treatment goals tailored to the needs of service/family members, and follow-up on child abuse/neglect and domestic abuse allegations involving military members and their families

Identify crisis situations when conducting clinical assessments and provide immediate crisis intervention

Provide non-medical treatment/intervention for individuals, couples, children, families, and groups on matters pertaining to family maltreatment

Initiate, develop, and facilitate evidence-based group treatment programs to address the needs of families involved in and at risk for family violence, such as domestic abuse offender's group, parenting group, and victim support groups

Manage assigned cases, consulting with the FAP Supervisor on highly complex or unique cases

Coordinate with the assigned FAP Victim Advocate, when needed, to ensure victims needs and concerns are addressed

Notify the Family Advocacy Representative (FAR) when treatment circumstances meet criteria for convening the installation High Risk for Violence-Coordinated Community Response Team

Comply with regional and local SOPs, counseling desk guidance and FFSP certification standards related to FAP

Participate in quality assurance and risk management activities, including Ongoing Professional Practice Evaluation, peer review and clinical case consultation on FAP treatment

Coordinate or deliver FAP training and facilitate education services and ongoing communication to inform of the problems of family violence, FAP requirements and the services available

May serve as the primary or alternate FAR, responsible for overall management of the installation FAP

As the acting FAR, serve as SME advisor/consultant to the IDC chair, present cases to the IDC, and chair the CCSM, providing consultation and recommendations for FAP

Receive reports of problematic sexual behaviors in children and youth (PSB-CY) from military and civilian representatives and take appropriate action per FAP PSB-CY requirements

Provide or coordinate clinical services access with other FAP providers or with community clinical providers

Provide or coordinate specialized assessments and evaluations when recommended by the CCSM

Coordinate with healthcare providers on safety and supervision planning for children and families affected by problematic sexual behaviors

Serve as the designated case manager and primary FAP point of contact for PSB-CY Support children and families affected by PSB-CY by providing at-risk and safety planning information for the coordinated community response (CCR)

Promote public awareness, prevention, early identification, and appropriate resources and referral information for PSB-CY through training, coordinated public awareness campaigns, distributed information, community activities, or unit briefings

Liaison with cities, counties, states, federal, non-government agencies, and military agencies and commands to enhance FAP prevention and response affecting the military community

Represent the Navy at community liaison meetings, educating on domestic violence risk/protective factors, collaborating on coordinating services for military members and their families, and engaging in community domestic violence prevention and awareness activities to establish or strengthen relationships with other agencies serving the target population

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Master's degree in Social WorkState clinical licenseMilitary lifestyleFamily violence identificationCrisis intervention skillsClinical assessment skillsSoftware proficiencyEffective communicationDocumentation skills

Required

A Master's degree or doctorate in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling or Clinical Psychology or related field from an accredited institution from any US State

Have and maintain a current and valid state clinical license that permits the incumbent to function as an independent health practitioner and fully meet and maintain the Tier II or Tier III SECNAVINST 1754.8 requirements

Are current in continuing education credits/units to maintain license

Must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. National

A valid State driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles

Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment

Must meet federal suitability requirements including successful completion of background investigation and obtain/maintain a Secret Security Clearance (T3)

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

Must be current in continuing education credits/units

Applicant must be state licensed for at least two (2) years

May be required to serve in an 'on call' duty status outside of normal work hours

Preferred

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

Ability to present sensitive, at times controversial, information to groups of people in a clear, concise manner

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 suicide, homicide, and substance abuse

Ability to communicate in writing to develop and prepare case management documentation, safety plans, psycho-social assessments, treatment plans, correspondence, and 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 with all levels of management, staff, community agencies, military personnel, and their families