Family Advocacy Intervention Specialist (FAIS)

Job description

**Coho Integrated Solutions** is seeking a qualified **Family Advocacy Intervention Specialist (FAIS)** to support the Department of the Air Force Family Advocacy Program in Lakenheath, Suffolk, United Kingdom. The FAIS serves as a clinical provider and prevention specialist responsible for supporting intervention and secondary prevention efforts related to domestic abuse, child maltreatment, problematic sexual behavior in children and youth, and family wellness. The FAIS may augment the services of the Family Advocacy Treatment Manager and is expected to perform the applicable clinical and prevention responsibilities associated with the FATM role. **Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):** - Provide clinical intervention, counseling, assessment, and case management services to individuals, couples, families, and groups. - Support assessment and treatment of domestic abuse and child maltreatment cases. - Conduct psychosocial, safety, risk, needs, and other clinical assessments as appropriate. - Develop and monitor individualized treatment and safety plans. - Provide psychotherapy, psychoeducation, crisis intervention, advocacy, and clinical casework. - Provide secondary prevention services addressing domestic abuse, child maltreatment, and problematic sexual behavior in children and youth. - Deliver New Leader Orientation and annual training to commanders, first sergeants, organizational leadership, and key agencies. - Serve as a prevention facilitator and installation FAP representative for the Community Action Team and other community organizations. - Develop, promote, and implement FAP prevention programs under the direction and approval of the FAP Manager. - Develop social marketing and outreach strategies to increase awareness of family maltreatment prevention resources. - Identify family violence trends and collaborate with FAP personnel and community organizations to target prevention efforts. - Maintain accurate documentation of prevention activities and support required program reporting. **Essential Job Qualifications and Requirements:** - **Clearance:** - Must be eligible for and maintain required privileging within the Military Treatment Facility - Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust determination in accordance with applicable contract and government requirements - **Education, Licensure, and Certifications:** - Must be a U.S.-licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) - LCSW: Master's degree from a CSWE-accredited school - LMFT: Master's degree from a COAMFTE-accredited Marriage and Family Therapy program, or an appropriately qualifying allied mental health degree with equivalent Marriage and Family Therapy study - Must maintain the applicable unrestricted professional license - Must meet all applicable clinical privileging requirements - Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - **Required Experience:** - LCSW: Two years of post-MSW experience within the last three years in a clinical/treatment setting - LMFT: Two years of experience within the last two years as a marriage and family counselor - Two years of full-time post-master's clinical counseling experience serving individuals who are abusive or abused - Demonstrated group therapy facilitation or co-leadership experience - Experience working with children, families, groups, professionals, and community agencies - **Physical Requirements:** - Ability to travel within the assigned area for outreach, prevention, and community activities - Ability to work in clinical, office, community, and other approved environments - **Work Environment:** - Work is performed in clinical, office, community, and outreach settings and may involve interaction with individuals and families experiencing sensitive or challenging circumstances **About Copper River & The Native Village of Eyak:** Owned by the Native Village of Eyak (NVE), a federally recognized Alaska Native Tribe, the Copper River Family of Companies are a collection of entities that deliver a complementary set of solutions and services to support the diverse missions and requirements of our clients. Proud participants of the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 8(a) Business Development Program since 2006, our companies consist of both current and graduation SBA 8(a) entities. It is our collective purpose to support the Tribe and diversify the NVE’s ability to facilitate economic advancement. The income generated from our companies helps the Native Village of Eyak fund health and social services, economic development, natural resource/environmental education, jobs, job training, and other benefits to the NVE in a manner that is consistent with Alaskan Native cultural values and traditions. **Copper River’s Culture** The Copper River Family of Companies has a positive, supportive, and thriving culture. At the foundation of our culture is a focus on collaboration. No matter your role or which operating company you work for, we are ONE TEAM working toward the same goals for our customers and for our collective owner- The Native Village of Eyak. How we treat each other is just as important as the work we deliver. **Benefits** - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage - Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care - Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan - Retirement 401(k) with employer match - Open leave policy and paid holidays - Additional benefits including tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more! **Note**: Benefits are offered based on employment classification and applicable contract requirements. Eligibility may vary by position. ***Disclaimer:*** *The Copper River Family of Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.*