Deployed Resiliency Counselor

Summary The Deployed Resiliency Counselor (DRC) will serve as a credentialed clinical counselor, assigned to support a Nuclear Powered Aircraft Carrier (CVN) or Large Deck Amphibious Ship/Landing Helicopter Assault Ship (LHD/LHA) Command, deploying with the ship that they are assigned to, and continuing to hold office hours on the ship when at homeport. Duties This position is responsible to provide short term individual therapy and psycho-educational trainings on sailor resiliency topics such as suicide prevention, substance abuse, and the prevention of sexual assault. Serves as a liaison to the homeport Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC), providing immediate response and coordination for allegation of sexual assault and as a liaison to the homeport Family Advocacy Program (FAP). The DRC is responsible to report to the ship's Commanding Officer (CO) and will brief the CO on Sexual Assault Prevention & Response (SAPR) and FAP cases as needed, overall training plans and any other highrisk concerns that may arise. The Counseling, Advocacy and Prevention (CAP) Supervisor, located at the homeport Fleet and Family Support Center will be responsible to provide clinical supervision and oversee peer review of the DRC while they are deployed and at the homeport. The incumbent will be on call 24 hours a day while deployed for critical crisis intervention situations and work schedule may vary depending on requirements. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of employment Candidate must successfully complete a formal background check and maintain security suitability requirement. Regular and recurring work performed sitting at a desk and sitting in conferences and meetings. Must complete one-year probationary period (unless already completed) Completion of DoD Sexual Assault Advocate Certification within 6-months of hire Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license Must apply and maintain a US No-Fee Passport upon employment Qualifications You must meet the following requirements by closing date of the announcement Minimum of a master's degree from an accredited program in one of the following clinical fields: Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy or a doctorate in Psychology. Current, valid, unrestricted state licensure or certification that provides legal authority to provide clinical services as an independent practitioner. Minimum of two years (at least 2000) full-time, post masters supervised clinical experience. Minimum of two years, full time post-license clinical experience. Candidate must successfully complete a formal background check and maintain security suitability requirement. Regular and recurring work performed sitting at a desk and sitting in conferences and meetings. Must complete one-year probationary period (unless already completed). Completion of DoD Sexual Assault Advocate Certification within 6-months of hire. Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license. Must apply and maintain a US No-Fee Passport upon employment. This position requires the candidate to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical. Education Minimum of a master's degree from an accredited program in one of the following clinical fields: Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy or a doctorate in Psychology. The following documents are required and must be submitted with application: Transcripts (Must contain university logo, can be a copy) State Licensure or Certification Additional information Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States. The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. 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. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.