FAP CLINICAL COUNSELOR (TIER I/II/III), NF-0101-04

Summary

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

Duties

• What to Expect Deliver comprehensive FAP services to active duty Marines, their family members, and others as authorized by Department of War (DoW) policy. Provide non-medical counseling, screening, assessment, evidence-based and informed interventions, service planning, and clinical case management services. Comprehensive non medical counseling services consists of individual, couple, family and group sessions. Provide services to clients that address emotional problems, behavioral problems, life stressors, domestic abuse, child abuse, and problematic sexual behaviors in children and youth (PSBCY). Facilitate psycho-educational groups, classes, and workshops that focus on both prevention and intervention with child abuse, domestic abuse, and PSB-CY. Topics may include: anger management, relationship skill-building, effective and healthy communication, and understanding and eliminating power and control. Plan, develop, and implement services and initiatives designed to foster positive healthy relationships within the family structure. Develop and maintain professional standards of service, community referral resources, and maintain a close network with the clinical staff and other service providers. Complete and maintain appropriate documentation related to: intake paperwork, screening tools, risk assessments, safety plans, clinical counseling notes, individualized service plans, clinical case management, collateral notes, contact details, and other documentation as required by FAP policy. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What are we looking for? A Master's or Doctoral-level degree from a college or university with a program nationally accredited in: social work, marriage and family therapy, counseling, psychology, or other appropriate human service and/or mental health professional degree. Tier I: Ability to obtain supervision that will be applied towards their licensure under an approved supervision plan as required by the state licensing board from which they are seeking licensure, and meet any applicable requirements related to credentialing and privileging in accordance with Service FAP headquarters policies. Hiring program does not guarantee program supervision hours will be applicable towards state licensure. Licensure/certification shall be completed within a 36 month period. Experience working or serving as a volunteer or intern in the field of child abuse and domestic abuse, or with contemporary social issues involving families. Tier II & III: Highest licensure by a State or National regulatory board that authorizes independent clinical practice that is current, valid, unrestricted and in good standing in at least one of the following: clinical social work, licensed marriage and family therapist, licensed professional counselor, or clinical psychologist that meet the DoW requirements. Must provide a photocopy of licensure with their application. Tier II must have engaged in 2 years, that includes at least 2,000 hours, full-time, post-masters supervised clinical experience. Tier III must have engaged in at least two years post licensure, that includes at least 2,000 hours post licensure or 4,000 hours post graduate degree, full-time clinical experience in a clinical setting. Tier II & III: At least two years experience working in the field of child and domestic abuse counseling or treatment. Must be able to work effectively with representatives of local, county, state, and federal social services agencies. One year experience in or ability to obtain, within 1 year of employment, training in all of the following: PSB-CY, child and adolescent development, and trauma-informed care. Knowledge of civilian and military legal information pertaining to family relationships and laws protecting children and elders. Must have knowledge of the professional ethics when working with individuals, couples, groups, child, and families. Working knowledge of the Uniform Code of Military Justice as related to domestic abuse and child abuse is preferred. Strong case management skills to include: maintain accurate and timely documentation of records and case files is preferred. Ensure a smooth implementation and continuum of care, develop and maintain knowledge of referral sources, collaborate and coordinate with other internal departments, outside agencies, and commanders (if indicated) to ensure that client is receiving the most appropriate services is preferred. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products is preferred. Must be supervised by the Tier III FAP Manager or a FAP Clinical Supervisor and will be involved in a professional development plan. Knowledge of the military structure and the military environment is preferred. This position may require a fluctuating work schedule to complete work assignments outside of the typical work week and work hours (to include weekends as necessary). In accordance with DoDI 1402.5, FAP personnel who provide services to children under 18 years of age will be subject to a favorable NAC Backgrounds and Security Investigation every five years in order to protect the health, safety, and well-being of children. Personnel must undergo an IRC, be subject to the additional requirements of the CNACI and the criteria presumptive and automatic disqualification as specified in section 3 of DoDI 1402.5.

Requirements

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How to apply

Your experience must be fully documented on your resume and must include job title, duties, month and year start/end dates (MM/YYYY - MM/YYYY). Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position spent in such employment. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. THE AGENCY WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Spouses of relocating active-duty military members applying through Military Spouse Preference Program must upload all documents, a copy of the PCS order identifying a dependents-authorized move and the sponsor's reporting date to the new duty location, a current application or resume, and for spouses with current or prior Federal service, submit a copy of the most recent performance appraisal rating and, if applicable, documentation of appointment eligibility. Spousal Preference applicants hired in a flexible position will not lose their spousal preference eligibility until declination or acceptance of a regular Full-Time or Part-Time position. Spousal Preference may only be utilized once for each permanent relocation. CONTACT US: For any questions and/or any technical difficulties navigating through or using the Career Page send an email to [email protected] or contact us at (910) 451- JOBS (5627). Applications nor documents will not be accepted via email. All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website. Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement.