Deployed Resiliency Counselor - Signing Bonus Negotiable

Summary

The Deployed Resiliency Counselor (DRC) will serve as a credentialed clinical counselor in support of a Nuclear-Powered Aircraft Carrier (CVN) or Large Deck Amphibious Ship/Landing Helicopter Assault Ship (LHD/LHA) Command, deploying with the ship they are assigned to, and continuing to hold office hours on the ship when at homeport. The DRC provides short-term, focused counseling for life situations and education on various topics in a shipboard environment, both in port and at sea. NBK N91

Duties

Counseling, advocacy, consultation, and training duties comprise 75% of incumbent's time include but are not limited to: Provides stress and anger management; life skills; effective communication; parenting education; successful adaptation to military life; child abuse or domestic abuse identification/prevention; prevention of interpersonal violence workshops; suicide prevention; and a wide range of other training and group sessions geared toward enhancing readiness, prevention, and resiliency. Develops and executes short-term, solution-focused clinical counseling treatment plans for individuals who request such services and who present commonly occurring life circumstance issues. Provides individual and group counseling services, to individuals, couples, families, or groups. Refers clients who present with issues falling outside the authorized scope of care within Fleet and Family Support Programs to military or civilian behavioral health providers. Provides critical incident intervention, when requested. Assesses and triages clients presenting with a risk of harm to self or others, with appropriate referral to the nearest behavioral health provider. Receives and assesses referrals made by military and civilian agencies. Maintains case records and metrics in the Fleet and Family Support Management Information System (FFSMIS), and statistics in accordance with Navy policies and regulations, complying with FFSC clinical quality standards and Counseling and Advocacy Program Desk Guides. Provides safety assessment, safety planning, and triage of allegations of alleged child or domestic abuse, referring allegations requiring Family Advocacy Program (FAP) involvement to the homeport FFSC, once immediate safety concerns have been addressed. Provides individual or group treatment in coordination with FAP, SAPR, and Sailor Assistance and Intercept for Life (SAIL) program case managers and response coordinators. Serves as the command's SAIL case manager in coordination with the homeport FFSC. Develops unique trainings/classes based on the needs of the command. Serves as command liaison, supporting referrals to FFSC Counseling and other FFR Programs. Communicates directly with the ship's leadership triad regarding command climate, individual service members, and provides updates regarding FAP and SAIL programs. Attends senior leadership meetings. Engages in collaboration with various command stakeholders (e.g., department head, work center supervisor, legal and medical personnel, safety officer, chaplains, etc.) to provide consultation regarding overall command health and wellness initiatives, and to support interventions with individual service members. Participates in Command Resiliency Team (CRT) initiatives, aiding and providing insight into active-duty wellness programs. May be required to travel other ports or ships within the region to provide coverage or victim assistance. Sexual assault response coordination/training and consultation duties comprise 25% of incumbent's time and include but are not limited to: Serves as a liaison to the homeport SARC while deployed. Receives all training required of a SARC; however, the homeport SARC shall have the responsibility for overall case management and case entry into the Defense Sexual Assault Incident Database (DSAID). Ensures cases are transferred to the homeport SARC expeditiously and that victim confidentiality is maintained. Provides an immediate response and coordination for allegations of sexual assault, which includes receiving the restricted or unrestricted report, assuring the victim is assigned a SAPR Victim Advocate and is offered medical care, and completing required notifications. Provides sexual assault awareness and prevention training when deployed, as requested. Communicates directly with the ship's Commanding Officer to provide regular update regarding SAPR implementation and assist with meeting annual SAPR training requirements. Provides SAPR training, including training for SAPR Victim Advocates while deployed as requested by Command. May serve as the behavioral health representative for the sexual assault Case Management Group (CMG). Required to be trained in all positions within the SAPR program.

Requirements

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

Licensure/certification by a state or U.S. territory that provides legal authority to provide clinical services as an independent practitioner in the fields of Licensed Professional Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Social Work, Clinical Psychology or Counseling Psychology. Minimum of two years (at least 2000) full-time, post masters supervised clinical experience. Minimum of two years, full time post-license clinical experience. OSD FAP standards also require two years of experience working in the field of child abuse and domestic abuse. The following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities are required for the position in addition to the education/experience requirements. Knowledge of military language, customs, and culture to include navigating shipboard dynamics. Knowledge of the dynamics of sexual assault. Knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD) and Navy SAPR program guidance, along with local, state, and federal laws and military regulations pertaining to victims of sexual assault. Knowledge of the dynamics of family violence, along with local, state, and federal laws pertaining to victims and offenders of family violence. Knowledge of DoD FAP guidance and military regulations pertaining to victims and offenders of family violence. Independent clinical skills and sound judgment necessary to provide assessment, triage, referral and case management of clients presenting with a risk of harm to themselves or others. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook). Ability to enter data accurately in required management reports. Ability to understand, be sensitive to, and have empathy for victims. Ability to develop trusting, helping relationships and to work effectively with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Ability to intervene in crises, using sound professional judgment, ethical practice, and common sense. Ability to work cooperatively with military and civilian medical, social services, law enforcement, and legal personnel on behalf of victims. Ability to maintain professional boundaries and ethics to the highest extent, when interacting with Sailors while deployed and in port in order to assure that no harm is done to clients due to the inappropriate crossing of professional boundaries. Ability to work with military families. Ability to adapt to changing work conditions, frequent interruptions, and pressures of short deadlines. Ability to perform concurrent tasks, set priorities, coordinate completion within required deadlines and formulate plans of action and milestones for task accomplishment. Ability to analyze issues that identify best courses of action, determines potential organizational impacts, maintain awareness of barriers impeding mission accomplishment, and recommends corrective actions. Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing with all levels of management, staff, and military personnel and their families. Ability to develop, implement, and deliver training in both in-person and virtual environments.

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. 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. The following documents are required and must be submitted with application: 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. Transcripts (Must contain university logo, can be a copy) State Licensure or Certification 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.

How you will be evaluated

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 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.

Required documents

The following documents are required at the time of application: Resume: two-page limit, learn more here - Resume Requirements Proof of education: official transcripts only; diplomas and degree audits are not acceptable. Failure to provide official transcripts will result in an ineligibility rating. Proof of training: licensures and certifications are acceptable, must show your name, licensure/certification type, and expiration date (if applicable) 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

To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 11/29/2026 to receive consideration.To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13112848It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=ApplicantTo verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/statusDON 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. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to [email protected] to ensure proper consideration is given.

Other information

The incumbent will be required to deploy at sea on board US Navy ships. Deployment lengths will vary from a few days to over 10 months at a time. The incumbent will receive a deployment differential of 40% of his/her salary while deployed. Regions may approve additional compensatory time-off based on a sliding scale depending on length of deployment. The work schedule while deployed will vary depending on requirements. The incumbent will be on call 24 hours a day while deployed for crisis intervention situations. At sea, the incumbent shares a stateroom in officer berthing; meals are obtained by joining the Officers' Mess as a paying member, and meals are purchased by monthly billing. This position is mission essential. The incumbent may be required to travel, deploy, or provide services at homeport during a variety of crises and disasters, including serving during times of world conflict, natural disasters, accidents, man-made crises, and other situations as an extension of the FFSC mass care and crisis response program. 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. 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.

What to expect next

All applicants will be notified regarding their status by email. Applicants will either be contacted for an interview or sent an email of non-selection 3-6 weeks after the announcement closing date.