Family Life Specialist
Company
Department of the Navy - Commander, Navy Installations
Location
Yorktown, Virginia Yorktown, Virginia
Type
Full Time
Job Description
Summary
This position is located within Fleet and Family Readiness Program, Mid-Atlantic Fleet and Family Support Program (FFSP). The position is that of a Work and Family Life (WFL) Specialist. The FFSP is the Navy's primary agency for the delivery of an array of human services programs intended to enhance the stability and self-sufficiency of individuals and families, resulting in increased operational readiness.
Learn more about this agencyRequirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must pass all applicable records and background check.
- Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
- Must possess and maintain a current state driver's license, as travel may be required in the performance of duties (10%).
- This position is non-critical/sensitive. Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
Knowledge of social services delivery systems and concepts, principles, and theories relating to one or more of the social or behavioral science fields to assess needs and concerns of clients and understand how social or behavioral patterns or attitudes impact and affect work and family life issues.
Must have skill in conducting interviews to establish the nature and extent of concerns and issues, provided assistance in developing goals and plans, and determine appropriate referral services and options.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships using tact and diplomacy in interacting with Commands, individuals, families, military, and community agencies, and FFSC staff.
Skill in working with social service delivery systems in the military and civilian community and gaining knowledge of individual agencies' policies and procedures and establishing agreements.
Skill in using various computer software database, spreadsheet, word processing, and network programs such as Internet, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other FFSC databases.
Ability to collect, evaluate and disseminate information and assess strengths, weaknesses, and needs of serviced population to establish program goals, objectives, and procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Education
This position does not have a positive education requirement.
Additional information
Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.
Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States. Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.
This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.
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 Installations 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.
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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.
Date Posted
08/29/2024
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