Non-Medical Clinical Counselor (Interdisciplinary) - Military Family Support Center

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

The incumbent must meet FAP personnel - clinical staff qualifications listed in Title 32 CFR Part 61, Subpart B, PS 28 and The Tier II qualification requirements described in the current SECNAVINST "Credentials Review and Clinical Privileging of Clinical Providers within Department of the Navy Family Readiness Program".

A qualified candidate possesses the following: Thorough knowledge of the CNIC Fleet and Family Support Program and comprehensive knowledge of military lifestyles including common stressors to effectively modify treatment programs to meet the needs of the military community.

Professional knowledge of and skill in applying laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, directives and instructions governing child and spouse abuse and family violence issues and professional knowledge of family violence dynamics to identify situations of family violence, conduct risk assessments and coordinate safety planning.

In-depth knowledge of family systems related to patterns of abusive behavior, abuse response, substance abuse, human behavior, human sexuality, attention deficit disorder, and juvenile delinquency and skill in applying the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders to recognize, identify, and assess mental disorders and personal and social problems, reach accurate conclusions and provide appropriate solutions.

Expert knowledge of and skill in 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.

Skill in applying various counseling approaches, including psychosocial, to assess, triage, refer and manage difficult and serious cases involving individuals and families who present at-risk behavior.

Professional knowledge of and skill in using various verbal communication methods and techniques to effectively work with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds; to present sensitive or controversial information to various groups; discuss cases; deliver presentations; and develop and maintain professional relationships with other treatment professionals.

Professional knowledge of and skill in using various written communication methods and techniques and using FFSP management information systems and other applicable software and web-based programs to effectively document case management and treatment plans, to document and explain NMC counseling requirements and services provided, to facilitate completion of work assignments, and to develop presentations. Major Duties Continued from the "Duties" section above Provide treatment to identified abusers, remaining cognizant of increased risk or incidents of further abuse.

Refer and link clients to other FFSP services, as well as military and civilian service delivery providers, as recommended during Clinical Case Staff Meetings (CCSMs). Present complete and concise initial and follow-up case information at CCSMs, providing case information, current safety risks, safety planning, and progress of intervention engagement of the abuser and victim, documenting results and implementing recommendations according to policy and guidelines.

Notify the Family Advocacy Representative (FAR) when treatment circumstances meet criteria for convening the installation High Risk for Violence-Coordinated Community Response Team. Coordinate with the FAR to organize all information received during an abuse allegation from an alleged abuser, alleged victim, law enforcement, command, and other collateral contacts and incorporate into a complete, concise and understandable presentation for the FAR to present to the Incident Determination Committee (IDC).

Comply with regional and local SOPs, counseling desk guidance and FFSP certification standards related to FAP case management, treatment, and FAP case record documentation standards. Participate in quality assurance and risk management activities, including Ongoing Professional Practice Evaluation, peer review and clinical case consultation on FAP treatment responsibilities within the FFSP Counseling and Advocacy Program (CAP).

Maintain FAP clinical case records, treatment plans and required statistical data, per guidance. Continually monitor and collaborate with the FAP Supervisor or FAR on all child sexual abuse cases involving alleged active-duty offenders or family member victims. Coordinate or deliver FAP training and facilitate education services and ongoing communication to inform active-duty military and their families of the problems of family violence, FAP requirements and the services available to them.

Conduct family violence briefs, workshops, and training for clinical staff, IDC members, base security, NCIS, Child Development Centers, Senior Enlisted Advisors, new commanders, and FAP Command point of contacts, when appropriate. Recommend modifications to professional education programs and training curricula based on current FAP and family violence information. Participate in developing group treatment curricula by providing session-specific materials and research-based justifications, when appropriate.

Coordinate and/or providing FAP-related in service training to other FFSP staff, as directed. Provide after-hour on-call services, as directed or when needed, for emergent family advocacy situations (i.e., domestic abuse, child abuse/neglect or suicide risk related to family violence), including consulting with command/security, evaluating needs, crisis intervention and stabilization, safety planning, information and referral, and victim advocacy. Consult with Supervisor or FFSC Director on complex matters.

Draft letters to commands, Navy housing, security and other entities, as required, regarding case management/treatment progress for assigned cases. Cases may require testifying before agencies or in military or civilian legal proceedings. As directed or required, 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 the FAP reports and cases. III. Problematic Sexual Behavior in Children and Youth 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 for exhibiting children, youth, and their families, including psychoeducational support, assessment, and clinical intervention. 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 cases ensuring all actions comply with Department of Defense (DoD) and Navy instructions, and civilian reporting requirements.

Support children and families affected by PSB-CY by providing at-risk and safety planning information for the coordinated community response (CCR) (e.g., child and youth programs, DoDEA, medical, legal, law enforcement, related community agencies such as child protective services, etc.), to address safety needs of youth involved and limit ongoing risk to family and community members. Major Duties Continued under "Additional Information" Section

01MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES I

Non-medical Clinical Counseling Receive & assess referrals made by military & civilian agencies for individuals, couples, families, & groups experiencing situational stressors, including deployment, grief, relocation, separation, relationship issues, parent/child issues, family hardships, & other military life challenges 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.

Develop & 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. Assess individual/family needs & explore basic personality structures in relation to behavior patterns, mechanisms, & symptoms. Assess & triage clients who present risk to harm self or others, & refer to the appropriate, nearest behavioral health provider.

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 & Family Support Center to military or civilian behavioral health providers. Coordinate with legal, medical and social services including commands, to assist in counseling & referral.

Initiate, develop, and facilitate group treatment programs to address the needs of families, such as marital groups & child and adolescent groups. Assist, individuals & families with finding satisfactory ways of coping with commonly occurring life stresses (e.g., career change, work-related stress), family dynamics (e.g., divorce, communication problems), parenting, crisis response (e.g., physical, sexual or emotional abuse) or other stressors.

Provide critical incident intervention services, when requested. Conduct on-site/regional quarterly quality assurance reviews of cases, per DON policy, to ensure that all NMC counseling services provided are safe & of good quality.

Schedule, account for & document all NMC services provided in the Scheduling & Clinical Case Record modules within the automated FFSP management information system and schedule & account for all non-clinical activities & meetings within the automated FFSP management information system per Navy policy & guidance. Assist the Navy Clinical Supervisor with developing NMC case management protocols, program delivery criteria & identifying gaps in existing services.

Draft letters to commands, Navy housing, security & other departments as required, regarding case management/progress. II. Installation Family Advocacy Program (FAP) Serve as the installation FAP clinical subject matter expert, consulting installation leadership, medical professionals & the command triad of FAP involved military service/family members regarding clinical needs assessment, determining clinical intervention & utilizing evidence-based treatment strategies and treatment.

Provide initial & on-going case management services. Triage clients, identify the situation, comply with & educate on mandated & required reporting protocols of child & domestic abuse, conduct risk & lethality assessments, develop safety & treatment plans, provide referrals, establish individualized treatment goals tailored to the needs of service/family members, & follow-up on child abuse/neglect & domestic abuse allegations involving military members & their families.

Identify crisis situations (e.g., suicide or homicide risk danger of physical or sexual abuse to family members, increased risk of interfamilial or extra-familial violence) when conducting clinical assessments & provide immediate crisis intervention, conduct risk assessment, & prepare and/or coordinate safety planning IAW best practices in the mental health community.

Provide non-medical treatment/intervention for individuals, couples, children, families, & groups on matters pertaining to family maltreatment, & subject matter expertise & consultation on family violence to ensure effective coordination between military & civilian response organizations.

Conduct psychosocial assessments and provide diagnostic & prognostic impressions to other health care providers, commanders, senior enlisted advisors, local child protective services, law enforcement, & legal personnel to facilitate community-wide response for family maltreatment, when appropriate.

Initiate, develop & facilitate evidence-based treatment programs to address the needs of families at risk for family violence, such as domestic abuse offender's group, parenting group, & 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 & concerns are addressed. Major Duties Continued under the "Qualifications" Section.