FFSP Counseling Advocacy Program (CAP) Supervisor

Serve as the Installation Supervisory Counseling, Advocacy, and Prevention (CAP) Generalist within Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC), Fleet and Family Support Department (N9), Fleet and Family Support Program (FFSP) within assigned region. The primary purpose of this position is to supervise and oversee all aspects of the CAP programs, the Family Advocacy Program (FAP), and the New Parent Support Home Visitation Program (NPHVP); and directly supervise professional CAP staff.

Proficiency in applying various evidence-based and trauma-informed counseling approaches (e.g., behavior modification, client-centered, rational emotive, family systems, brief solution focused, and reality therapies), research methods, group dynamics, motivational interviewing, developmental psychology, and family systems therapy to counsel individuals and groups. Professional knowledge of and skill in applying laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, directives, and instructions governing child and spouse abuse and family violence issues and professional knowledge of family violence dynamics to identify situations of family violence, conduct risk assessments and coordinate safety planning. Thorough knowledge of the CNIC Fleet and Family Support Program and comprehensive knowledge of military lifestyles including common stressors (e.g., frequent separations, high stress working environments, etc.) to effectively modify treatment programs to meet the needs of the military community. In-depth knowledge of family systems related to patterns of abusive behavior and abuse response, substance abuse, human behavior, human sexuality, attention deficit disorder, and juvenile delinquency and skill in applying the current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders to recognize, identify, and assess mental disorders and personal social problems, reach accurate conclusions, and provide appropriate solutions. Expert knowledge of and skill in employing various evidence-based and trauma-informed counseling to effectively interview and clinically respond to clients needs, assess suicidal and homicidal risks and substance abuse issues, reach accurate conclusions, and provide appropriate solutions. Expert skill in using various verbal communication methods and techniques to maintain cooperative and professional relationships with law enforcement, child protective services, medical treatment facilities, and senior personnel from commands of offenders and victims; present sensitive and controversial information to groups of people; and advise on cases and counseling services. Expert skill in using various written communication methods and techniques and using FFSP management information systems and other applicable software and web-based programs to develop and prepare case management memos, correspondence, and reports; document psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and IDC reports; and develop lesson plans for briefings and classroom presentations.