Director, Director, Substance Abuse Counseling Center NF5 Regular Full-Time

U.S. Marine Corps

Quantico, VA

JobSummary

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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QUANTICO MCCS

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DD/NV27

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False

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public

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Serving Those Who Serve

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Incumbent serves as the Director for the installation's Substance Abuse Counseling Center (SACC), Substance Abuse Program (SAP), Marine and Family Programs, Marine Corps Community Services. Independently oversees day-to-day operations of the SACC that encompasses mission, function, operation, activity, laws, rules and regulations authorized and funded by the Marine Corps. Responsible for programming and related services; supervision of financial, personnel and property resources; planning, implementation of services, execution of associated initiatives, and operation of facilities. Monitors progress and evaluate outcomes of operations, activities and events. Develops minimum standards to govern the local program, policy, procedures and resources. Maintains effective working relationships with Command and installation specific programs, local, state, and federal organizations, legal and medical agencies. Directly addresses matters involving difficult technical problems, application of new or questionable techniques and methods, and decisions that require further clarification with the higher-level supervisor. Explains regulatory requirements relevant to problem situations. Establishes and monitors outcome measures for in-house and higher headquarters levels; develops data bases in alignment with System Of Records Notice, revises and implements professional service plans, business plans, and standard operating procedures in accordance with accreditation standards; DoD and Federal Law; reviews data provided in reports of special actions for the installation; formulates strategic plans for command use in deterrence activities; briefs senior commanders; directs budget priorities for the SAP, reviews statistical data to modify program goals, and briefs reports to command and HQMC. Coordinates inter-departmental in-service training; evaluates scope of practice to ensure compliance with policy; evaluates training opportunities for all staff and clients; develops and evaluates orientation activities; adheres to the counseling/social work and other applicable Code of Ethics; evaluates professional development activities. Develops and implements the Quality Assurance/Continuous Quality Improvement (QA/QI) plan. Keeps HQMC informed on current developments and innovations, which could be adopted to strengthen the program; provides Critical Incident Reports (CIRs) per installation and HQMC policy. Provides administrative/technical direction and supervises full performance of clinical supervisors, prevention staff, clinical staff, drug demand reduction, and administrative staff to include: assigning, distributing, evaluating work; coaching, counseling, tutoring, and mentoring employees; approving and disapproving leave, recommending and completing personnel actions, recommending and completing performance reviews, recommending and administering discipline, recommending and administering incentive awards, signing timecards, training employees, keeping abreast of and actively supporting the principles of the EEO program, and prevention of sexual harassment, and being alert to alcohol/drug abuse to take appropriate action. Decides the methodologies to use in achieving work goals and objectives, and in determining other management strategies; Find ways to improve production or increase the quality of the work directed; Set and adjust short-term priorities, and prepare schedules for completion of work; Evaluate work performance of subordinates; Give advice, counsel, or instruction to employees on both work and administrative matters; Interview candidates for positions in the program; Hear and resolve complaints from employees, Effect disciplinary measures, such as warnings and reprimands, recommending other action in more serious cases; Identify developmental and training needs of employees, providing or arranging needed development and training; Develop performance standards. As a privileged and credentialed tier III Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP), performs biopsychosocial assessments, and reviews clinical assessments of clients; provides a narrative of presenting issues and is familiar with Diagnostics and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) psychiatric disorders in order to complete medical referrals. Demonstrates ability to determine level of client services based on American Society of Addiction Medicine's Patient Placement Criteria (ASAM-PPC2) that focuses on service intensity and individual client needs. Screens, interviews and refers, when necessary, cases beyond the professional scope of the SAP staff. Ensures all SAP staff practice within scope. Establishes cooperative agreements among various service and treatment providers. Instructs in proper non-medical counseling techniques for staff and interns.

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EVALUATIONS:

Evaluations

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.

HowToApply

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.

WhatToExpectNext

All applicants who submit an application via our Careers page at https://careers.usmc-mccs.org will be able to view their application status online.

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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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https://careers.usmc-mccs.org#nav-benefits

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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 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.

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