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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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Serves as the installation non-clinical Case Worker for the United States Marine Corps Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP). Manages services that include intake, identification, assessment, evaluation, tracking and referral of eligible family members in the EFMP. Serves as a liaison to and works closely with medical and non-medical installation and community professionals on provision of available services and resources at the command to ensure best possible care in accordance with community, national and Marine Corps standards. Assists in the identification of and facilitates referrals to appropriate medical and non-medical installation and community resources. Conducts and completes a Family Needs Assessment and Services Plan, as appropriate. Assists in identification of community resources. Oversees and tracks the progress of families assigned to their caseload, ensuring consistent support and alignment with communicated needs and established goals.
Personally contacts each EFMP family upon notification of assignment to offer support services. At minimum, conducts assessments with sponsors and their families to comprehensively understand their needs and circumstances. Establishes and maintains an electronic case file in the EFMP Case Management System (CMS) for each assigned EFMP family that includes detailed contact notes for each contact. Routinely assesses individual sponsor and family circumstances, identifying needs, helping the family to create desired goals, and assisting with successful completion of those goals in support of improved quality of life.
Serves to support and assist Marines and their families in accessing available resources and services to support individual needs. Such resources may include but are not limited to: Respite Care, Recreation options, Special Education, Supplemental Security Income/Social Security Disability Insurance and Medicaid Waivers, PCS Transitions, Transitioning to Adulthood, Early Intervention, Managing Deployments, Building Networks of Support, Permanent Dependency, Services Animals, Tricare, etc.
Participates in meetings between Marine families and special education support professionals associated with an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Participates as assigned in Inclusion Action Team (IAT) meetings, as outlined in MCO 1754.4. Empowers families in assertively pursuing rights to resources available to them. Prepares needs assessments and recommendations to assist eligible members in connecting with appropriate resources and services. Assists in coordinating referral for care and resources with installation and community partners.
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Bachelors degree in Behavioral Health or a related social science, or combination of equivalent education and experience, or four years of appropriate experience that demonstrates knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences and working in a case management capacity with families who have members with special needs. Case Management certification from an accredited source preferred. Knowledge of the Military lifestyle to include service/unit organization and rank structure and military, family and personal support services available. Knowledge of military laws, policies, regulations, resources and practices regarding medical and educational benefits, programs, services and community agencies for family members enrolled in EFMP. Skills in active and empathic listening and interviewing and applying sound judgment for assessing individual and family needs; problem-solving and advocating for support or services; or determining an appropriate course of action. Written and oral communication skills to effectively provide case management assistance to people in various emotional states and varying needs; and to conduct briefs, workshops and training. Inter-personal skills to relate to all segments of the military and civilian community using persuasiveness, poise, tact and objectivity. Proficiency with computer software and applications involving word processing, email communication, database management desktop publishing, and internet navigation.
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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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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal 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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