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Clinical Counselor (Fap) NF4

U.S. Marine Corps · Department of the Navy

This job in plain English

This is a full-time Clinical Counselor job with the Family Advocacy Program at Marine Corps Community Services, based at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma in Arizona. The counselor helps Marines, their families and others with family problems such as abuse and stress.

1 vacancy

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.

This job is open to the public. You must be a U.S. citizen, a national, or someone who owes allegiance to the U.S.

What you would do

  • Provide non-medical counseling to Marines and their family members
  • Assess clients and create service plans with them
  • Conduct risk assessments and safety planning for abuse cases
  • Report suspected child abuse and domestic abuse as required by law
  • Facilitate groups and workshops on abuse prevention and healthy relationships
  • Keep accurate case records and clinical notes

Do you qualify for NF-4?

With experience: You need at least two years of experience in child and domestic abuse counseling or treatment. You also need two years of full-time clinical experience after your license, or two years of supervised clinical experience after your master's degree for the lower tier. The announcement lists qualifications for Tier II and Tier III but does not state a federal grade level for experience.

With education: You need a master's or doctoral degree from a college or university with a nationally accredited program in social work, marriage and family therapy, counseling, psychology, or a related mental health field. You must also hold a current, valid, unrestricted state or national license that allows independent clinical practice.

Licenses and certifications you need:

  • Current, valid, unrestricted state or national license that allows independent clinical practice in clinical social work, marriage and family therapy, professional counseling, or clinical psychology

How to apply well

What to send:

  • College transcripts showing the degree conferred, if you use education to qualify
  • Photocopy of your professional license
  • DD-214 Member 4 copy if you have prior military service
  • Education or certification certificates, if applicable
  • Resume showing your experience

How you will be rated: You will be rated on how well your application and resume meet the listed qualifications. The best qualified applicant is chosen by the selecting official. Missing required information may make you ineligible or lower your rating.

Tips for this job:

  • Upload your college transcripts to your profile if you use education to qualify, or your application will not be considered.
  • Upload your professional license copy, since the announcement requires a photocopy with your application.
  • Apply online only through the MCCS Careers website by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the closing date, because emailed or mailed resumes are not considered.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time, with a fluctuating schedule that may include weekends and work outside the normal week. The job may also require on-call duty outside normal hours.

Incentives and relocation: Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. The announcement lists benefits like competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and Marine Corps Exchange and base facility privileges, but no specific recruitment or retention incentive is stated.

Conditions of employment:

  • National Agency Check background investigation every five years for staff who serve children
  • Installation records check
  • Child Care National Agency Check and Inquiries
  • Criminal record check and investigative consumer report
  • Selective Service registration for men born after 1959
  • Direct deposit of net pay is mandatory
  • Drug-free workplace
  • On-call duty outside normal hours
  • Financial suitability review
  • 1-year probationary period
  • Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally
  • Training in PSB-CY, child development and trauma-informed care within 1 year if not already held

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$36.00 – $46.00 per hour
Pay scale and grade
NF-4 · Nonappropriated fund
Location
Marine Corps Air Station - Yuma, Arizona
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Openings
1
Security clearance
Not Required
Travel
25% or less
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Social Science (0101)
Announcement
79205

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