Counseling Advocacy and Prevention Supervisor Job in Port Hueneme, CA

Vacancy No. 25-12685279 Department Commander, Navy Installations
Salary $122,857.00 to $131,048.00 Grade 4 to 4
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 2/4/2025 Close Date 3/4/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Port Hueneme, CA


Summary

The incumbent serves as the FFSP Counseling, Advocacy, & Prevention (CAP) Supervisor Naval Base Coronado Installation, and provides leadership, direction, supervision, guidance, consultation, assistance and coordination for Clinical Counseling, Family Advocacy Program (FAP), FAP Victim Advocacy, Critical Incident Intervention, and New Parent Support (NPS).

Duties

Supervisory duties comprise 40% of incumbent's time and include but are not limited to:

  • Directs work to be accomplished by staff and ensures adequate staffing, effective training and appropriate supervision is maintained throughout and in compliance with established personnel administration in order to meet mission requirements;
  • Assigns work based on priorities, difficulty and requirements of assignments, and staff capabilities;
  • Conducts annual performance reviews of staff;
  • Participates in section staffing decisions;
  • Ensures staff receives proper training to fulfill requirements of their positions;
  • Addresses potential disciplinary and/or performance issues timely and takes appropriate, corrective action(s) as necessary
  • Supports CNIC's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy; fosters a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and/or reprisal; and ensures equitable treatment of all staff ensuring employees are respected, valued and free from harassment; and
  • Creates, shapes, and maintains a positive work environment through policy, communication, training, education, enforcement and assessment.
Technical Oversight (includes but not limited to): 25%
  • Provides advice and guidance to staff on interpretation and formulation of technical, functional and program activities.
  • Assists staff in coping with ever increasing demands for quantity, quality, and complexity of services in the face of diminishing resources.
  • Ensures compliance with all regulatory guidance and service standards applicable to all CAP components. Page 2 of 5
  • Ensures compliance with maintenance, security and safety of records, reports, files and information relating to CAP components and ensures applicable assets and interests are protected.
Administration (includes but not limited to): 35%
  • Assists the Fleet and Family Service Center (FFSC) Site Director in the management, control, development, coordination and execution of assigned programs.
  • Serves as the principal advisor and authority on matters impacting CAP programs.
  • Provides counseling to eligible beneficiaries to assist clients to identify and effectively deal with and resolve conflicts and problems.
  • Prepares all required CAP reports (recurring and ad hoc) and taskers in a complete, accurate, and timely manner.
  • Writes CAP-related SOPs, protocols, instructions, and other materials to achieve full compliance with requirements and quality service delivery.
  • Serves as the primary point of contact for receiving reports of domestic abuse and child abuse/neglect, identification, case management, rehabilitation/behavioral counseling, and intervention.
  • Ensures the safety and protection of victims and witnesses.
  • Serves as the Family Advocacy Representative (FAR).
  • Serves as a member of the Incident Determination Committee (IDC) and presents all cases to the IDC.
  • Serves as the Chair of the Clinical Case Staff Meeting (CCSM).
  • Provides and/or coordinates the CAP services, including intake, work load distribution, assessments, case management, liaison, outreach/marketing, education, and partnerships.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. National.
  • Must meet federal suitability requirements including successful completion of background investigation and obtain/maintain a Secret Security Clearance (T3).
  • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
  • A valid state driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles.
  • A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failu 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.

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of state, local, federal, family and human resource service agencies and of legal aspects of family relationships, laws protecting children, as well as the professional ethics of marriage, family, individual and child counseling.
  • Knowledge and skill in the assessment and diagnosis of the individual and the family; their needs and expectations; their interpersonal relationships; and their rights and obligations in the areas of economics, social, cultural, psychological, emotional, physical, physiological, and legal obligations and rights.
  • Knowledge of the aspects of military life and related situations which create family crisis problems, such as those that might be gained from working in a military service agency.
  • Knowledge of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-V) in addition to technical knowledge of individual, marriage, and family counseling and professional standards appropriate to the field.
  • Knowledge and skill in developing and conducting educational presentations, briefings, and case presentations for large and small audiences.
  • Knowledge of diagnostic skills in areas of emotional pathology and psycho-social Page 3 of 5 dynamics with the family and high degree of competence in consultation, program development, teaching and supervision.
  • Knowledge of principles and practices, research methods, group dynamics, motivational psychology, developmental psychology, and family systems therapy.
  • Ability to recognize and define family and individual problems, to independently reach accurate conclusions, make sound recommendations and decisions and provide appropriate solutions.
  • Knowledge of CNIC's EEO policy and procedures.
  • Ability to perform the full-range of supervisory duties.
  • Ability to plan, schedule and supervise work to achieve the most efficient utilization of facilities, employees and equipment.
  • Ability to work under pressure and handle crises effectively.
  • Skill in developing new methods, approaches, and procedures to ensure programs are kept current with patron desires, and full utilization of personnel and resources are consistently realized.
  • Ability to compose information papers; prepare documentation of analysis, reports, and correspondence; and effectively participate in briefings, conferences, and operational meetings.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Education

**Must provide a copy of your College Transcripts (showing degree awarded/conferred), and valid clinical license when you apply.**

A bachelor's degree in a behavioral or social science; or related discipline is required.

Must be Tier III qualified in accordance with SECNAVINST 1754.7A requirements. This includes:

  • Possession of a Master's or Doctoral degree in one of the following disciplines:
  1. Marriage and Family Therapy from a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE) or an equivalent degree; or
  2. Social Work from a school accredited by Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) or an equivalent degree; or
  3. Psychology from a doctoral program approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) or an equivalent degree.
  • Possession of a current, valid, unrestricted license or certification in a state or clinical licensure in good standing in a State that authorizes independent clinical practice in the fields of Social Work, Psychology or Marriage and Family Therapy.
  • Have engaged in two (2) years (includes at least 2000 hours), of full time, post masters supervised clinical experience.
  • Have engaged in two (2) years or 2,000 hours post licensure full-time clinical experience in a clinical setting.
  • Two (2) of the above four years must have been in the field of child abuse and/ or domestic abuse counseling or treatment.

Additional 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.

Benefits

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application:

  • Rsum
  • Proof of education/training: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s)
  • If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation
  • If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application
  • If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.)
  • If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply online at www.usajobs.gov. Resumes and applications may also be submitted via email to nafswjobs.fct@navy.mil or dropped off in the black drop box located outside the NAF Human Resources Office located at Bldg 3210, Yama St., Naval Base San Diego, San Diego, CA 92136.

Agency contact information

Chelsea Shaw
Address
NAVBASE Ventura County/Pt Mugu
Bldg 1180, 29th Ave
Port Hueneme, CA 93043
US

Next steps

Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.

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