Facilitators - Chaplains Religious Enrichment Development Operation (CREDO)

LEVEL: Senior

LOCATION: NSA Naples, NAS Sigonella, NSA Bahrain, NAS Rota

TYPE: Contract/Consultant

McColm & Company (McColm) is a mission-driven and customer-focused consulting firm that equips change makers with the knowledge, skills, and insights they need to succeed in an increasingly complex world. McColm specializes in supporting U.S. federal customers with national security and foreign affairs focused portfolios by managing bespoke professional training programs, delivering effective training support solutions, and providing highly specialized technical assistance and analysis expertise to decision makers.

We are issuing this Call for CVs qualified CREDO Facilitators under an anticipated contract with the Commander, Navy Region Europe, Africa, and Central Chaplains Religious Enrichment Development Operation (CREDO) program. The position description below details the anticipated duties and qualifications of the position, contingent upon contract award. Candidates interested in other AORs are welcome to submit a CV to join our roster for potential future opportunities.

The responsibilities of the Facilitator are as follows:

• Facilitate Personal Resiliency Retreats (PRRs), Marriage Enrichment Retreats (MERs), and Family Enrichment Retreats (FERs) as outlined in Section 8 of the Performance Work Statement (PWS).
• Conduct General Military Training Briefs (GMTs) and Command Indoctrination Briefs to support the CREDO program’s mission.
• Administer pre-and post-event feedback forms to evaluate participant experience and program effectiveness.
• Conduct suicide prevention training, including LivingWorks Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) and safeTALK sessions.
• Identify and propose additional program initiatives in collaboration with the CREDO Director and installation chaplains.
• Maintain strict adherence to SECNAVINST 1730.1F, ensuring facilitators do not provide religious counseling or pastoral care but instead refer individuals to the appropriate Navy helping professionals.
• Promote CREDO program initiatives at command meetings and through networking with military leadership and community organizations.
• Collaborate with other military support professionals to enhance holistic well-being services for Sailors and their families.
• Use CNIC-approved curriculum for all training sessions and maintain accurate records for data reporting and program assessments.
• Develop and update lesson plans, contribute to new program development, and assist in the creation of an annual event calendar.
• Coordinate logistics and supply needs with Religious Program Specialists to ensure smooth program delivery.
• Participate in quarterly meetings with the CREDO Director to discuss program updates and initiatives.
• Provide detailed weekly and monthly reports on training and program execution.
• Ensure compliance with contract deliverables, performance reporting, and event scheduling.
• Be available for weekend retreats and evening sessions, as required.

• Preferred: Master’s degree in Divinity (accredited by the Association of Theological Schools) with at least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) or two years of ministry experience in an institutional setting (e.g., military, hospital, prison).
• Or: Master’s degree in Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Social Work, with at least two years of professional experience.
• Or: Master’s degree in Education with an emphasis in adult learning, religious studies, curriculum development, or leadership development, with at least two years of professional experience.
• Or: Retired U.S. Military Service Member with 20 years of honorable service and at least five years of formal training/educational experience in leadership, counseling, or personal development.
• At least one year of experience as a facilitator or in a related training and assessment role.
• Demonstrated team collaboration and group facilitation skills.
• Experience working with trauma-impacted individuals, supporting resilience and psychological well-being.
• Strong event coordination and project management experience.
• Ability to multitask and communicate effectively with senior military officials and diverse audiences.
• Leadership experience in mentoring and coaching.
• Must be U.S. Citizen.
• Proficiency in writing and speaking the English Language.
• Obtain/retain a valid, favorable NACI-85 investigation in JPAS.
• Ability to lift light items.

McColm offers a competitive compensation and benefits package to all of our staff. Compensation is offered according to job requirements, market dynamics, and experience/skills of the successful candidate. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurances, generous Paid Time Off, 11 paid federal holidays, and annual performance-based bonuses.

McColm & Company is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, gender identity or expression, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Due to the high volume of applications McColm receives and to ensure we comply with our internal hiring policies, we regret we are not able to respond to individual phone calls or emails regarding application status.