Job Description
Summary
The primary purpose of the position is to serve as a non-clinical trainer and to collaborate with the Deployed Resiliency Counselor (DRC) and the command leadership in the coordination and provision of integrated primary prevention programs and services. The success of this position is based on the incumbent's ability to successfully embed within the command and operate in a shipboard environment.**40% pay differential while deployed**
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
Must pass all applicable records and background check.
Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
Must be available for shipboard work. Moving about the ship requires agility and range of motion within walkways, portholes, ladder wells and other tight spaces.
Due to the unique nature of the position, selectees will be required to complete a physical examination upon entry to duty, and annually thereafter, and be determined to be physical fit for shipboard duty at all times.
Due to worldwide travel, vaccinations may be required as a condition of employment per DoD requirements.
This position is mission essential. The incumbent may be required to travel, deploy, or provide services at homeport.
Qualifications
Knowledge of evidenced-based prevention programs.
Knowledge and experience in effective prevention program activities to prevent destructive/problematic behaviors.
Knowledge, skills, and/or experience that demonstrate the incumbent's ability towork collaboratively to implement integrated prevention programs.
Knowledge or experience that demonstrate incumbent's ability to appropriately identify, implement and evaluate prevention methodologies.
Knowledge of the military language, customs, and culture to include navigating shipboard dynamics.
Knowledge of the psychological and/or socioeconomic stresses caused by prolonged separations, which affect individuals, families, mission performance, and command readiness.
Knowledge of FFSP mission, functions, policies, and procedures.
Skills sufficient to provide technical assistance in prevention-related areas.
Skill in delivery of education services, with a focus on human/personal growth and
development.
Skill in consulting with management to obtain or exchange information about work
objectives, processes, procedures, and policies.
Skill in networking and collaborating with all military services. .
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
Outlook).
Ability to identify needs, trends, and performance measures to evaluate program
effectiveness and provide recommendations for process improvements.
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with all levels of
management, staff, and military personnel.
Ability to compose written reports and material clearly, concisely, and effectively.
Ability to deliver evidenced-based prevention training/education to a wide variety of
audiences.
Ability to use data management and reporting systems to collect and organize data
drawn from databases.
Ability to maintain accurate statistical framework for program data collection and
reports.
Ability to meet and deal effectively with diversified groups, organizations and
individuals and to maintain and establish clear relationships and lines of
communication at all levels using tact and diplomacy in all interactions.
Education
Educational requirements for this position are as follows:
Bachelors Degree or higher in behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position
OR
Combination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.
OR
Four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.**All transcripts must be submitted with your application to be considered for this position**
Additional information
**Pay differential of 40% while on deployment**
Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.
Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States. Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.
This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee may be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.
Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.
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