Supervisory Psychologist/Social Worker/Counseling Advocacy And Prevention
Commander, Navy Installations CommandRole Overview
Commander, Navy Installations Command is hiring a mid-level Supervisory Psychologist/Social Worker/Counseling Advocacy And Prevention. This is a full-time role in Washington. Part of Commander, Navy Installations Command's Security hiring. The posted range is $80k to $100k. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Summary
This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.
Duties
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- You will provide expert-level supervision to professional Counseling, Advocacy, and Prevention (CAP) staff within the Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC).
- You will be responsible in identifying employees' developmental needs and provide or arrange for training.
- You will be responsible in reviewing and evaluating CAP program areas, identifying gaps in existing services, including assessment and treatment related issues.
- You will serve as the CAP expert-level representative attending, coordinating, or assisting in coordinating various meetings and committees.
Requirements
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Conditions of employment
- Must be a US Citizen.
- Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
- Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
- Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
- Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
- You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
- This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
- Supervisors in the executive branch have a heightened personal responsibility for advancing government ethics. You will be required to review the 14 General Principles of Ethical Conduct at 5 CFR 2635.101.
Qualifications
In addition to the Basic Requirements for this position, your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Provides clinical oversight, staff development, and performance management to a team of clinical or social service professionals; 2) Demonstrates program management experience, encompassing strategic planning, implementation, quality assurance, and comprehensive program evaluation; 3) Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of current, evidence-based best practices for intervention and support for individuals and families impacted by domestic violence; 4) Possesses professional experience in the identification, reporting, and clinical management of child abuse and neglect cases, with a thorough understanding of relevant laws and reporting protocols; and 5) Demonstrates knowledge of clinical counseling services and evidence-based therapeutic modalities.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0100/social-science-series-0101/
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0100/psychology-series-0180/
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0100/social-work-series-0185/
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
Education
Applicants must meet the following positive education qualifications requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Standards Manual: Applicants must possess:
Applicants for the 0101 Social Science series must meet the following basic education requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Standards Manual:
- Degree: behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position. OR
- Combination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. OR
- Four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.
Applicants for the 0180 Psychology must meet the following basic education requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Standards Manual:
- Degree: major or equivalent in psychology for all specializations except clinical psychology and counseling psychology. These two specializations have additional educational requirements, as stated below:
- Clinical psychology: For positions at grades GS-11 and above, satisfactory completion of all the requirements for the doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology is required.
- Counseling psychology: For positions at grades GS-9 and above, satisfactory completion of 2 full academic years of graduate study directly related to professional work in counseling psychology, or satisfactory completion in an accredited educational institution of all the requirements for a master's degree directly related to counseling psychology is required.
Applicants for the 0185 Social Work must meet the following basic education requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Standards Manual:
- Degree: master's degree in social work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site:Social Science Series 0101 (opm.gov)Psychology Series 0180 (opm.gov)Social Work Series 0185 (opm.gov)
Additional information
This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.
Several vacancies may be filled.
A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.
Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf.
Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Supervisory Psychologist/Social Worker/Counseling Advocacy And Prevention position at Commander, Navy Installations Command?
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Where is the Supervisory Psychologist/Social Worker/Counseling Advocacy And Prevention position at Commander, Navy Installations Command located?
This position is based in Washington. Commander, Navy Installations Command has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
How much does the Supervisory Psychologist/Social Worker/Counseling Advocacy And Prevention role at Commander, Navy Installations Command pay?
Commander, Navy Installations Command has posted a compensation range of $80k to $100k for this position. Final offers typically vary based on candidate experience, location, and internal salary bands.
When was the Supervisory Psychologist/Social Worker/Counseling Advocacy And Prevention role at Commander, Navy Installations Command posted?
This role was posted on May 13, 2026 (33 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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