Work and Family Life (WFL) Specialist

Knowledge of social services delivery systems and concepts, principles, and theories relating to one or more of the social or behavioral science fields to assess needs and concerns of clients and understand how social or behavioral patterns or attitudes impact and affect work and family life issues. Skill in conducting interviews to establish the nature and extent of concerns and issues, provide assistance in developing goals and plans, and determine appropriate referral services and options. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships using tact and diplomacy in interacting with Commands, individuals, families, military of all ranks, community agencies, and FFSC staff. Skill in working with social service delivery systems in the military and civilian community and gaining knowledge of individual agencies’ policies and procedures and establishing agreements. Skilled in providing individual education as well as group facilitation Skill in using various computer software database, spreadsheet, word processing, and network programs such as Internet, Word, Excel, PowerPoint , military Installations (Ml), and other FFSC databases. Ability to collect, evaluate, and disseminate information and assess strengths, weaknesses, and needs of serviced population in order to establish program goals, objectives, and procedures. Knowledge of the tenets of adult education and the development of training curricula based on the adult learning model. Knowledge of the formulation and the execution of need assessment tools. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Skill in public speaking, presentations and small group discussions. Experience with Transition Assistance which included facilitating and conducting program components related to the separating of military members and/or family members following a full or partial military career is preferred.
The position is located at a Naval District Washington (NDW) Installation Fleet, and Family Support Center (FFSC). The Fleet and Family Support Program (FFSP) is the Navys primary agency for the delivery of an array of human services intended to enhance the stability, resiliency and self-sufficiency of individuals and families, resulting in increased operational readiness.