FSCs  provide  referrals  without  assuming responsibility  for  services  that  belong  to  organiza- tions already set up. Referrals include those for housing,  personnel,  CHAMPUS,  and  so  forth. FSCs  are  not  the  ultimate  counselors  in  every case.  In  cases  requiring  specialized  professional counseling,  the  centers  provide  only  short-term counseling.  The  centers  make  referrals  to  the proper  agencies  when  personnel  need  long-term counseling. Services and Information Available The  services  provided  by  various  FSCs  may vary from location to location. The services may vary  because  of  the  command  and  community makeup,  as  well  as  the  needs  of  personnel. However,  most  centers  provide  at  least  some  of the  following  services: Family,  marriage,  personal,  and  child counseling Pre/during/post    deployment    programs Employment  assistance  for  spouses Preventive  financial  counseling Health benefits assistance Assistance with ombudsman and sponsor programs These services are not all-inclusive. You can learn more about your FSCs by referring to local command  instructions  on  the  subject  as  well  as OPNAVINST   1754.1A. Information and Referral The  information  and  referral  (I&R)  services of  the  FSC  provide  accurate  and  up-to-date directories of community resources. I&R services also  set  up  a  link  to  all  service  providers.  I&R services quickly and efficiently answer questions, help   in   problem-solving,   and   conduct   needs assessments. I&R services refer active-duty and retired  service  members  and  their  families  to appropriate  military  or  civilian  resources  to  get the services they need. I&R services decrease the chance of a person being misdirected, not having needs  met,  or  becoming  lost  among  various agencies. SUMMARY This  chapter  provides  information  useful  to you in your continuing professional development. The Navy’s Enlisted Performance Evaluation System  provides  a  system  to  document  an individual’s qualifications, performance, conduct, and  increased  responsibilities.  It  is  the  Navy’s prime  personnel  management  tool. Many  incentive  programs  are  available  for Navy  personnel.  The  purpose  of  incentive  pro- grams is to attract an individual to a rewarding, enjoyable Navy career. Other considerations that often  persuade  an  individual  to  select  a  Navy career  are  job  security,  paid  vacations,  travel, family  protection  plans,  retirement,  and  many other  incentives.  Often,  a  combination  of  these factors causes a person to choose a naval career. Education  is  a  key  to  professional  develop- ment and a better understanding of the world in which we live. The Navy provides personnel with the opportunity to meet their career and educa- tional  needs.  Navy-sponsored  programs,  as  well as   civilian   schools,   are   available   to   all   Navy personnel.  As  a  Navy  member,  you  should  take part  in  academic  programs  to  increase  your  formal educational  background  and  to  further  develop your  potential  for  a  rewarding  career  in  the  Navy. You  can  provide  various  sources  of  informa- tion  concerning  financial  management  to  Navy junior personnel. As a petty officer second class, you can counsel and advise your people on their personal financial management, responsibilities, and  debts.  You  can  also  advise  them  about  the different  types  of  money  management  practices and  the  types  of  credit  available. Family   Service   Centers   (FSCs)   strive   to improve  the  lives  of  Navy  personnel  and  their families.  FSCs  provide  information,  resources, and services to support and enrich Navy person- nel and their families. REFERENCES Military   Requirements   for   Senior   and   Master Chief   Petty   Officer,   NAVEDTRA   12048, Naval  Education  and  Training  Program Management  Support  Activity,  Pensacola, Fla.,  1992. 4-17