VICTIM ADVOCATE (FAMILY ADVOCACY PROGRAM), NF-04/RFT, CAMP FOSTER Job in Camp Foster, Japan

Vacancy No. 71399 Department U.S. Marine Corps
Salary $25.00 to $26.56 Grade 04 to 04
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 1/7/2025 Close Date 1/21/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Camp Foster, Japan


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:     Victim Advocate

JOB SERIES:  0101                                                   PAY LEVEL:  NF-04

INTRODUCTION:
This position is located within the Behavioral Health Advocacy Program (BHFAP) at the Marine & Family Programs Branch, Marine Corps Community Services, Camp S.D. Butler. The primary purpose of this position is to provide comprehensive assistance to and liaison with victims of spouse abuse, non-offending parents in child abuse instances, rape and sexual assault victims, and to educate personnel on the base regarding the issue of domestic violence and the most effective response to domestic violence on behalf of victims and at-risk family members.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
Screens victims of spouse abuse, evaluates their needs and provides them with information about domestic violence, safe and confidential ways to seek assistance, their rights as Marine or Navy spouses and the resources and services available to them. This involves administering assessment instruments, maintaining current information on resources and services and advising victims, before disclosure of the limited confidentiality rule.

Coordinates with case managers in developing appropriate plan of assistance/intervention which provides for the safety of the victim and family members. When Family Advocacy Case Managers are not on duty, this may involve working with law enforcement and/or the sponsoring command. This involves decisions affecting a wide range of problems and services, some of which are quite difficult. Services provided for victims of rape/sexual assault, spouse abuse and their families include the following: crisis intervention; assistance in securing medical treatment for injuries; information on legal rights and resources available through both military and civilian programs; education; pretrial, trial and post-trial support; and follow-up. Assists in conducting support groups for victims.

Maintains a notebook of contacts and referrals. Ensures that case manager is fully aware of victim¿s situation and requests necessary entries be made by case managers into appropriate case record. Ensures confidential handling of all documents or conversations relative to victim care.

Assists investigative agencies in interviewing the victim. Advocates for the expressed interests and safety of the victim when providing testimony in court marital or civilian judicial system. 

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • See Duties and Qualifications

EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

BASIC REQUIREMENTS: 

  1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in counseling, behavioral science, psychology, social work, criminal justice or counseling in the areas of children, marriage or family.
  2. At least two years of experience in assisting and providing advocacy services to victims of domestic abuse or sexual assault that have been supervised by a social worker at the master's level. 
  3. Current license and physical ability to operate a motor vehicle.
  4. Must successfully complete a background security investigation.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 

  1. Knowledge of the dynamics of domestic violence.
  2. Intensive practical knowledge of community resources and services, crisis intervention, and how individuals in distress may quickly obtain the types of assistance they need.
  3. Knowledge of laws pertaining to family relationships and protection of children and adults. Formal training in any aspect of law is not required but must be capable of working and interacting with lawyers, court officials, police, etc. Experience with preparing court testimony and victim impact statements is helpful.
  4. Knowledge of military organization, missions, lifestyles, and situations which can contribute to family stress, problems and crisis situations.
  5. Ability to communicate effectively with diverse individuals during crisis situations, including persons in the medical, legal, and social service communities.
  6. Ability to express oneself orally and in writing in a highly professional manner to meet and deal with diversified groups, individuals and organizations, and to compose written reports and material clearly, concisely, and effectively per military format.
  7. Familiarity with the dynamics of substance abuse, particularly with regard to recognizing symptoms and understanding the impact upon family dynamics.

This position is designated as a Position of Trust, and the incumbent must be eligible for a background check.  The incumbent 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.

Due to the nature of work in this position, the incumbent may serve in an ¿on call¿ duty status outside of normal work hours that includes:  remaining in a reasonable call back radius, carrying a cell phone or pager, or regularly checking email to respond to emergencies; remaining in a state of readiness to perform work with limitations on pursuing outside leisure activities, and/or reporting to a designated post of duty to be ready to or to perform work.
 

Additional information

GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, 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.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp.

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
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.
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.

Benefits

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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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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.

Required Documents

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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.

Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.

THIS POSITION IS FOR APPLICANTS CURRENTLY RESIDING IN OKINAWA OR ARRIVING ON OFFICIAL GOVERNMENT ORDERS TO OKINAWA WITHIN 30 DAYS. 

MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE (MSP) - IAW DoDI 1400.25, Volume 315.

  • Applies to positions in grades NF-3 and below, and equivalent Craft & Trades and Child and Youth positions.
  • May be exercised once per permanent relocation (PCS), when appointed to a regular full or part time position.
  • Per DoDI 1400.25, volume 315, Enclosure 3, para 2.h.1, MSP eligibility terminates upon acceptance or refusal of an offer of a continuing position (part-time or full-time) in the federal service for which the spouse has registered for employment, whether or not preference was applied. 
  • Applicants hired into flexible positions (0-40 hours per week) or regular position with a time-limited appointment will not lose their spouse preference eligibility until movement or hired into a regular full or part time position.  
  • The time period for MSP eligibility begins 30 days before the military sponsor¿s reporting date to the new duty station, if accompanied, or at any time thereafter during the tour.

All military and DoD civilian spouses are required to provide a copy of their sponsor¿s orders during the application process. 

Agency contact information

CAMP BUTLER MCCS
Address
CAMP BUTLER MCCS
MARINE CORPS COMMUNITY SERVICES
ATTN: NAF PERSONNEL OFFICER
FPO AP, 963735023
JPN
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Next steps

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