SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION SPECIALIST, NF-04/ RFT, KUBASAKI HIGH SCHOOL, CAMP FOSTER

Department of the Navy

U.S. Marine Corps

CAMP BUTLER MCCS

Summary

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

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Duties

NONAPPROPRIATED FUND POSITION DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: ALCOHOL & SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION SPECIALIST

BUS TITLE: SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION SPECIALIST (KUBASAKI HS)

JOB CODE: 093051 JOB SERIES: 0101 GRADE: NF04 FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

Serves as a Prevention Program Specialist at the CSACC/SACC within the Behavioral Health Program, Marine Corps Community Services, Camp S.D. Butler, Okinawa, Japan. Serves as the primary advisor at Kubasaki High School and Lester Middle School for oversight and development of various substance abuse prevention training and education, and life skills training programs to include research of assigned area of responsibility; critical assessment and training evaluation processes and procedures, development and conduct of training curricula that provides specific and measurable learning objectives. Coordinates the implementation of evidenced-based prevention programs utilizing coalitions and Marine Corps Community Structure. Reviews and initiate use of social media outlets to reach and educate as many Marines and family members as possible regarding the misuse and abuse of mood altering substances.

Serves as subject matter expert for functional alcohol/substance abuse prevention, and life skills training and programming. Independently conducts reviews and recommends approval or disapproval of program plans and materials; analyzes and develops proposals or provisions in terms of impact on program resources and requirements; develops new and revised operating procedures and standards to incorporate provisions that affect operating activities and requirements; conducts review of the administration and operation of the program, and provides advice.

Independently ensures program operation to develop and revise guidelines and training materials and model operating procedures for use; implement program plans and proposals to meet program requirements, and provide program support to improve and sustain the capabilities of commanders, Marines, and family members to prevent problems that detract from unit performance and readiness, and aid in coping successfully with the Marine Corps lifestyle.

Develops, coordinates, and submits alcohol/substance abuse prevention plans and policy recommendations to include plans and policies that reflect the relationship of chemical dependency such as alcohol abuse, family problems (including family violence), suicide, sexual assault, combat operations stress, financial problems, and other problems that detract from unit performance and readiness.

Reviews, modifies, develops, and implements alcohol/substance abuse prevention and intervention educational training programs, as well as identified life skills programming ensuring training and support capabilities are timely, relevant to commanders' needs, flexible, sustainable in execution, and thoroughly coordinated with Headquarters and field personnel.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

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EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

Master's Degree in a Behavioral Health field is highly preferred. Bachelor's Degree in a Behavioral Health field appropriate to Substance Abuse Prevention is required (education in Behavioral Health field appropriate to Substance Abuse Prevention specialized in Child and Adolescent preferred)

AND

three years of experience that demonstrates extensive knowledge of alcohol/substance abuse prevention (experience and knowledge of alcohol/substance abuse prevention specialized in Child and Adolescent preferred).

Ability to act as a responsible point of contact to ensure development of the alcohol/substance abuse prevention and intervention and life skills programs to include research of operations; critical assessment and training evaluation processes and procedures, and development and conduct of training curricula that provides specific and measurable learning objectives.
Must have comprehensive knowledge of alcohol/substance abuse prevention, substance abuse treatment programs that reflect the relationship of chemical dependency such as: alcohol abuse, family problems (including family violence), suicide, sexual assault, combat operations stress, financial problems, and other problems that detract from unit and family readiness.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Skill to establish and maintain effective relationships with, and gain confidence and cooperation of supervisors and managers to accept proposals on complex issues.
Organize and communicate effectively orally and in writing at briefings and training sessions, with VIP's, media representatives and in professional conferences and training workshops to encourage understanding and acceptance of programming.
Skill to review, modify, develop, and implement alcohol/substance abuse prevention and intervention educational training and life skills training programs that are timely, relevant to military commanders' and community's needs, flexible and sustainable in execution.
Skill to conduct presentations and deliver education and training using a variety of techniques and methods on alcohol/substance abuse prevention and life skills training to high risk populations.
Skill to prepare and obtain training materials used in alcohol/substance abuse prevention and life skills training programs to include: lesson plans, resource guides, films, and other sources of information.
Knowledge of the Marine Corps Drug Testing Program (DTP), Alcohol and Drug Management Information Tracking System (ADMITS), Forensic Toxicology Drug Testing Lab (FTDTL), and/or related drug testing programs and management information systems, office automation systems and processes, computer applications, principles, and techniques.
Knowledge of computers to input and retrieve data, process documents through word processing, graphics and spreadsheets.
Ability to plan and organize events and activities.
Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations as they pertain to alcohol/substance abuse. Knowledge of operating procedures of substance abuse treatment, drug testing, prevention, and command inspection programs.
Knowledge of the military structure and environment preferred.

This position is designated as a Position of Trust, and the incumbent must be eligible for a background check. Must be able to obtain and maintain a National Agency Check with Inquiries and State Criminal History Repository Check (Tier 1) with Childcare background checks which are required for positions that involve working with children under 18 years of age.

This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.

Additional information

GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Site/Pages/No-Fear-Act.aspx

As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made.

Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS.

Required Documents:

*Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.

*If prior military, DD214 Member Copy

Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card.

INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENT'S DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.

ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.

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.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working at MCCS include but are not limited to:

• Stability of Federal Civilian Service

• People with passion for doing work that matters

• Quality of Work Life Balance

• Competitive Pay

• Comprehensive Benefit Packages

• Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges

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How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application/resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. This vacancy will be filled by the best qualified applicant as determined by the selecting official.

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If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website.

Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement.

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Social Security Card is required to be presented during the application process.

THIS POSITION IS FOR APPLICANTS CURRENTLY RESIDING IN OKINAWA OR ARRIVING ON OFFICIAL GOVERNMENT ORDERS TO OKINAWA.

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