What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEF PREVENTION SPECIALIST position at Marine Corps Community Services?
This position is located with the MEF Embedded Prevention Behavioral Health Capability Branch, External Embedded Employee Division.
Why Choose MCCS?
Here at MCCS, we believe in meaningful connections and opportunities for you to build and develop skills that will span throughout your entire career and creating positive relationships that will last a lifetime. We provide our Marines, Sailors, and their families with everyday services and support. We believe in serving those who serve. Joining our world-renowned team also comes with some amazing benefits:
401(k) Flex Savings Plan through Fidelity.
Tax-free shopping.
Access to MCCS facilities such as the child development centers, gyms, movie theaters, bowling centers, pools, golf course, auto skills center, outdoor recreation and more!
Professional training opportunities to build and develop new skills.
Major Duties
What to expect
Responsible for overseeing and supporting the day-to-day implementation and administration of Marine Corps Behavioral Health prevention, education and awareness programs/initiatives for military members and their families.
Develops and implements Behavioral Health prevention education and training curriculum based on specific and measurable learning objectives.
Develops local program plans, methods and procedures and provides program support to improve and sustain the capabilities of commanders, Marines, and family members, prevents problems that detract from unit performance and readiness and aid in coping successfully with the Marine Corps lifestyle.
Conducts Train-The-Trainer sessions for potential trainers on how to deliver effective Behavioral Health prevention training.
Collects data to inform on measures of effectiveness regarding Behavioral Health prevention training capabilities.
Ensures training and support capabilities are timely, relevant to commanders' needs, flexible, sustainable in execution, thoroughly coordinated with leadership and in compliance with DoD, USMC, DoN and command policy, goals, and objectives.
Reports Behavioral Health trends and information to Behavioral Health Prevention Director in assigned region.
Represents the Command on Behavioral Health prevention matters at designated Marine Corps and civilian-community functions.
Keeps abreast of local and national Behavioral Health trends.
Coordinates items for release to the news media/public affairs; bulletins; fliers; newsletters, etc; including audio and video presentations.
Prepares supporting documentation for presentations and proposals.
Prepares correspondence, briefs, action documents, routing sheets, information papers, and slide presentations for use by management officials.
May work a fluctuating work schedule to complete work assignments outside of the typical work week and work hours.
May travel to complete work assignments, and conduct or attend presentations, conferences and meetings.
This is a white-collar position where occasional lifting up to 20 lbs may be required.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
What are we looking for?
Bachelor's Degree in public health, psychology, social work, or a social science related field.
Three years of experience that demonstrates knowledge of and experience in serving as a Behavioral Health Prevention Specialist
OR an appropriate combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of comparable knowledge and skill equivalent to that gained in the above.
Demonstrable skills in reviewing, developing, and implementing Behavioral Health prevention and educational training programs.
Advanced skills in public speaking and presentations.
Experience delivering education and training on Behavioral Health prevention using a variety of techniques and methods.
Skills to prepare and obtain training materials used in Behavioral Health prevention programs to include: lesson plans, resource guides, and films. Ability to plan and organize events and activities.
Comprehensive knowledge of Behavioral Health prevention.
Knowledge of the military structure and environment preferred.
Skills 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 Marine Corps leadership, media representatives and in professional conferences and training workshops to encourage understanding and acceptance of programming.
How To Apply
STEP 1 - Qualify with Application and/or Resume.
You must meet the experience requirements described above under Qualifications. Your application and/or resume must clearly demonstrate your relevant experience to qualify. You must include employer, position title, position start date (mm/yyyy) and end date (mm/yyyy), pay grade (as applicable) for each position listed.
Internship and volunteer positions listed must also include the start date month and year (mm/yyyy) and end date month and year (mm/yyyy).
There is an education requirement. Step 3 must also be completed to qualify.
STEP 2 - Submit application and/or upload resume online at: https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/
STEP 3 - College Transcript(s) (REQUIRED)
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in public health, psychology, social work, or a social science related field is required for this position (or US equivalency evaluation). For consideration, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s), indicating degree conferred, as an attachment to your profile under "My Job Applications" https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/. Applications received without college transcripts will be ineligible for consideration.
STEP 4 - If prior military, upload a copy of your DD214 Member 4 or Service 2 Copy as an attachment to your profile under "My Job Applications" https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/.
STEP 5 - Before you press "Submit Application", be sure all requested documents have been attached or uploaded.
It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or submitted is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify applications, resumes, or add missing attachments. To return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account.
Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement.
ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 11:59PM EASTERN STANDARD TIME (EST) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.
Closing Statement
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 Tier 1 (T1) Level Background Check Investigation. 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.
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. Marijuana is a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act and therefore use of marijuana is illegal under Federal law regardless of State laws.
Vacancies may be filled by methods other than internal competitive procedures when it appears that the best qualified person can be obtained from other sources. To be considered for non-competitive appointment (e.g. transfer eligible or reinstatement eligible) you must list your current/former highest previous permanent grade held as a regular part-time or full-time department of defense non-appropriated fund employee.
CONTACT US:
For any questions and/or any technical difficulties navigating through or using the Career Page send an email to vacancies.lejeune@usmc-mccs.org or contact us at (910) 451- JOBS (5627). Applications nor documents will not be accepted via email.
Why Choose MCCS?
Here at MCCS, we believe in meaningful connections and opportunities for you to build and develop skills that will span throughout your entire career and creating positive relationships that will last a lifetime. We provide our Marines, Sailors, and their families with everyday services and support. We believe in serving those who serve. Joining our world-renowned team also comes with some amazing benefits:
401(k) Flex Savings Plan through Fidelity.
Tax-free shopping.
Access to MCCS facilities such as the child development centers, gyms, movie theaters, bowling centers, pools, golf course, auto skills center, outdoor recreation and more!
Professional training opportunities to build and develop new skills.
Major Duties
What to expect
Responsible for overseeing and supporting the day-to-day implementation and administration of Marine Corps Behavioral Health prevention, education and awareness programs/initiatives for military members and their families.
Develops and implements Behavioral Health prevention education and training curriculum based on specific and measurable learning objectives.
Develops local program plans, methods and procedures and provides program support to improve and sustain the capabilities of commanders, Marines, and family members, prevents problems that detract from unit performance and readiness and aid in coping successfully with the Marine Corps lifestyle.
Conducts Train-The-Trainer sessions for potential trainers on how to deliver effective Behavioral Health prevention training.
Collects data to inform on measures of effectiveness regarding Behavioral Health prevention training capabilities.
Ensures training and support capabilities are timely, relevant to commanders' needs, flexible, sustainable in execution, thoroughly coordinated with leadership and in compliance with DoD, USMC, DoN and command policy, goals, and objectives.
Reports Behavioral Health trends and information to Behavioral Health Prevention Director in assigned region.
Represents the Command on Behavioral Health prevention matters at designated Marine Corps and civilian-community functions.
Keeps abreast of local and national Behavioral Health trends.
Coordinates items for release to the news media/public affairs; bulletins; fliers; newsletters, etc; including audio and video presentations.
Prepares supporting documentation for presentations and proposals.
Prepares correspondence, briefs, action documents, routing sheets, information papers, and slide presentations for use by management officials.
May work a fluctuating work schedule to complete work assignments outside of the typical work week and work hours.
May travel to complete work assignments, and conduct or attend presentations, conferences and meetings.
This is a white-collar position where occasional lifting up to 20 lbs may be required.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
What are we looking for?
Bachelor's Degree in public health, psychology, social work, or a social science related field.
Three years of experience that demonstrates knowledge of and experience in serving as a Behavioral Health Prevention Specialist
OR an appropriate combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of comparable knowledge and skill equivalent to that gained in the above.
Demonstrable skills in reviewing, developing, and implementing Behavioral Health prevention and educational training programs.
Advanced skills in public speaking and presentations.
Experience delivering education and training on Behavioral Health prevention using a variety of techniques and methods.
Skills to prepare and obtain training materials used in Behavioral Health prevention programs to include: lesson plans, resource guides, and films. Ability to plan and organize events and activities.
Comprehensive knowledge of Behavioral Health prevention.
Knowledge of the military structure and environment preferred.
Skills 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 Marine Corps leadership, media representatives and in professional conferences and training workshops to encourage understanding and acceptance of programming.
How To Apply
STEP 1 - Qualify with Application and/or Resume.
You must meet the experience requirements described above under Qualifications. Your application and/or resume must clearly demonstrate your relevant experience to qualify. You must include employer, position title, position start date (mm/yyyy) and end date (mm/yyyy), pay grade (as applicable) for each position listed.
Internship and volunteer positions listed must also include the start date month and year (mm/yyyy) and end date month and year (mm/yyyy).
There is an education requirement. Step 3 must also be completed to qualify.
STEP 2 - Submit application and/or upload resume online at: https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/
STEP 3 - College Transcript(s) (REQUIRED)
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in public health, psychology, social work, or a social science related field is required for this position (or US equivalency evaluation). For consideration, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s), indicating degree conferred, as an attachment to your profile under "My Job Applications" https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/. Applications received without college transcripts will be ineligible for consideration.
STEP 4 - If prior military, upload a copy of your DD214 Member 4 or Service 2 Copy as an attachment to your profile under "My Job Applications" https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/.
STEP 5 - Before you press "Submit Application", be sure all requested documents have been attached or uploaded.
It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or submitted is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify applications, resumes, or add missing attachments. To return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account.
Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement.
ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 11:59PM EASTERN STANDARD TIME (EST) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.
Closing Statement
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 Tier 1 (T1) Level Background Check Investigation. 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.
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. Marijuana is a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act and therefore use of marijuana is illegal under Federal law regardless of State laws.
Vacancies may be filled by methods other than internal competitive procedures when it appears that the best qualified person can be obtained from other sources. To be considered for non-competitive appointment (e.g. transfer eligible or reinstatement eligible) you must list your current/former highest previous permanent grade held as a regular part-time or full-time department of defense non-appropriated fund employee.
CONTACT US:
For any questions and/or any technical difficulties navigating through or using the Career Page send an email to vacancies.lejeune@usmc-mccs.org or contact us at (910) 451- JOBS (5627). Applications nor documents will not be accepted via email.
