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Prevention \u0026 Education Specialist (FAP)

Department of the Navy

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Honolulu, HI (On-Site/Office)

Duties

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct Service Delivery

Serves as a non-clinical trainer/educator and is responsible for the delivery of a wide variety of education services to MFSC customers in a group or classroom setting. Topics may include, but are not limited to: Stress Management, Anger Management, Communication Skills, Assertiveness training. Parenting Skills, Suicide Awareness/Prevention, and new Spouse Orientation.

Provides Deployment Support programming (including Return & Reunion Workshops), support for families of deployed personnel, Ombudsman and Key Spouse support, emergency case management in support of crisis response efforts, when needed.

Serves as the primary education specialist and training coordinator for the Family Advocacy Program (FAP) including planning and implementing FAP command training for all commands within the MFSC AOR at least annually.

Provides FAP prevention and educational services on the FAP, spouse/intimate partner abuse, child abuse and neglect, risk factors and support services.

Provides FAP Senior Leadership training initially within 90 days of assuming command and annually thereafter.

Conducts annual family violence prevention and education for key responders and child development center staff.

Ensures family violence prevention and education programs are provided with sufficient frequency to ensure that all of the following groups are trained: COs, XOs, FAP Command POCs, senior enlisted personnel, CRCIDC, service members, chaplains, childcare and youth activities staff, installation law enforcement, medical staff and MFSC personnel.

Ensures FAP awareness and prevention education briefs and workshops shall include, at a minimum, the dynamics of child and domestic abuse, reporting requirements, the FAP, victim sensitivity and support, and the importance of community coordination.

Provides Operational Stress Control information during educational programs and services whenever feasible and practical.

Provides Operational Stress Control briefs/workshops using standardized curriculum.

Provides Operation Prepare, or similar training, to military personnel and family members instructing them on how to prepare for disasters; what to do before, during and after an emergency.

Trains family members in the use of the Navy Family Accountability and Assessment System.

Participates in promoting and marketing family preparedness, during installation Disaster Preparedness Campaigns and exercises.

Provides and coordinates public awareness and prevention campaigns and programs in support of National Child Abuse Prevention, National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Month of the Military Child and Month of the Military Family, Military Spouse Appreciation, Suicide Awareness Month and various other theme months related to support of military families.

Collaborates with civilian and military professional resources.

Represents the MFSC at military and community organization meetings concerning matters, programs, and services, which assist military personnel, family members.

Serves as liaison with appropriate city, county, state, federal, and non-government agencies, as well as military commands, to further a comprehensive
education/prevention program with regard to social services affecting military personnel, such as the Military Child Education Coalition.

Attends Family Advocacy Committee (FAC) meetings and serves as technical consultant and advisor to the MFSC and FAC staff in the development of program initiatives, special projects and marketing and training materials.

Coordinates MFSC orientation training for new personnel and coordinates quarterly MFSC staff training which may include required staff training and professional development opportunities.

Curriculum Management
Develops, implements, and evaluates the MFSC education programs.

Performs the overall maintenance of MFSC education and FAP courses and determines the need for and initiates changes/ updates
course content.

Determines the need for additional subject matter information and may meet with representatives of outside organizations in order to obtain it, then develop or adapt new or revised training materials for formal course use.

Establishes programming priorities, regularly reviewing all new and existing programming.

Ensures training curriculum meets CNIC certification standards and includes required CNIC material.

Compiles and summarizes customer feedback survey results and evaluates programming strengths and weakness.

Conducts at a minimum, an annual needs assessment survey to determine effectiveness of programming and community needs.

Identifies and implements enhanced programming to ensure services are effectively achieving positive outcomes.

Performs the timely and accurate input of all FFSMIS and Time trade program data.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • 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 provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. National.
  • Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
  • A valid State driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles.
Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

Must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited College or University in education, human/social services, social work, early childhood education, psychology, family studies with an emphasis in adult learning or a related field and demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of sociology, psychology, social work, counseling of related field.

Ability to demonstrate program assessment skills, knowledge of practices of research methods, and awareness of group dynamics, family systems and community organization and assessment.

Knowledge of principles of crisis intervention, dynamics of spouse and child abuse and neglect, and adult learning and education principles is also required.

Diagnostic skills in the areas of crisis intervention, direct and indirect delivery of services is desirable.

Knowledge of military, federal government and social service policies, regulations and procedures, knowledge of state and community service agencies, their programs and functions, and ability to collaborate effectively with various organizations, internal and external to the military community.

Knowledge of, and experience in, the delivery of education services, with a focus on human/personal growth and career development.

Professional knowledge of adult learning theories.

Skill, experience and expertise in public speaking.

Ability to present information to large, medium, and small groups of people in a clear and concise manner.

Skilled in the use of program presentation technology including Power Point software, automated projectors and audiovisual equipment, laser pointers, etc. and the ability to train others in presentation skill building.

Ability to interpret program evaluations, needs assessment feedback, and survey data and to implement results in program delivery and market planning.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

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.

Ability to compose written reports and give clear, concise and effective oral presentations.

Skill in written and oral communication sufficient to develop course curriculum, standard operating procedures, etc.

Skill in consulting with management and employees to obtain or exchange information about work objectives, processes, procedures and policies.

Demonstrated abilities in agency collaboration and network development.

Ability to utilize personal computers and knowledge of a variety of software (i.e., MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for the purpose of job accomplishment.

Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and relationship with others.

Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English both verbally and in writing.

Other duties assigned by manager.

Must meet Federal employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. Background investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.

Education

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited College or University in education, human/social services, social work, early childhood education, psychology, family studies with an emphasis in adult learning or a related field, and demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of sociology, psychology, social work, counseling or a related field.

Additional information

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 Installations 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.

How You Will Be Evaluated

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

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Required Documents

The following documents are required at the time of application:
  • Résumé
  • Proof of education/training: if applicable, provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s), if degree hasn't been conferred provide copy of HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent
  • If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation
  • If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application
  • If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.)
  • If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50
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

To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/10/2025 to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12692408

It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.

Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant

To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account . Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status

DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to MILL_HQ_NAF_HR.FCT@navy.mil to ensure proper consideration is given.

Agency contact information

Navy Region Hawaii NAF HRO

Phone (808) 422-3784 Email CNRH_NAFHR@US.NAVY.MIL

Address Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam
620 Main Street
Honolulu, HI 96818
US

Next steps

Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.

Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.

Management reserves the right to consider and make additional hiring selections, for this specific position, from the certified list of eligible candidates within 90 days of the closing date of this job announcement.

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request
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