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SUBSTANCE ASSESSMENT COUNSELING CENTER SUPERVISOR NF4

U.S. Marine Corps · Department of the Navy · Oceanside, California

Federal agencyNF-04
At a glance

A job with U.S. Marine Corps in Oceanside, California. It pays $101,899$124,500 per year at grade NF-04. Applications close on Sep 20, 2026 — 4 days left.

Working pattern
On site
Who can apply
Open to the public
Clearance
Secret

Main duties

  • *This is an Interdisciplinary Position in that various specialties in the social and behavioral sciences can provide the necessary background to successfully perform the aspects of the job.
  • The exact series of the position will be determined by the background and area of qualification of the employee selected for the position.
  • The position is classifiable in either one of the following series: Psychologist, NF-0180-04 or Social Worker, NF-0185-04.
  • SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Incumbent serves as the as the Clinical supervisor for the Substance Abuse Counseling Center (SACC), Substance Abuse Program (SAP), Marine and Family Programs, Marine Corps Community Services and works under the overall supervision of the SACC Director (or the MCCS designee).
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About the role

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.

What you will do

  • *This is an Interdisciplinary Position in that various specialties in the social and behavioral sciences can provide the necessary background to successfully perform the aspects of the job.
  • The exact series of the position will be determined by the background and area of qualification of the employee selected for the position.
  • The position is classifiable in either one of the following series: Psychologist, NF-0180-04 or Social Worker, NF-0185-04.
  • SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Incumbent serves as the as the Clinical supervisor for the Substance Abuse Counseling Center (SACC), Substance Abuse Program (SAP), Marine and Family Programs, Marine Corps Community Services and works under the overall supervision of the SACC Director (or the MCCS designee).
  • Independently oversees professional counseling staff and the day-to-day operations of an ongoing substance misuse focused non-medical counseling program designed to prevent and provide non-medical counseling and supportive services for alcohol and drug misuse related problems of active duty military and their eligible family members, as space permits.
  • Work is reviewed for overall program effectiveness.
  • As a privileged and credentialed tier III Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP), performs bio-psychosocial assessments, and reviews clinical assessments of clients; provides a narrative of presenting issues and is familiar with Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) psychiatric disorders in order to complete medical referrals and ensure subordinates remain in scope of practice.
  • Demonstrates ability to determine level of client services based on American Society of Addiction Medicines 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.
  • Applies current directives and accepted clinical principles and practices in managing the non-medical counseling functions of the SAP.
  • Applies professional knowledge of psychological/addiction counseling principles, theories, and methods to specific drug and alcohol misuse situations and problems.
  • Manages a multi-modality, comprehensive non-medical alcohol and drug misuse service program for active duty military and their eligible family members.
  • Develops and/or provides professional improvement/quality assurance by implementing or maintaining performance improvement and quality assurance processes.
  • Makes improvements, solves problems or takes corrective action when problems arise.
  • Keeps the SACC Director informed on potential issues and concerns that can affect the viability of the SAP.
  • Maintains contact with other Marine installations, USMC Headquarters, community, and private organizations to keep abreast of current research in the field of substance use and misuse and of new and evidence-based practices in counseling.
  • Maintains liaison with other counseling/helping programs.
  • Provides expert information to installation commanders, counseling/ helping programs, medical personnel, and civilian community concerning the SAP.

How you will be evaluated

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.

Documents you must provide

  • Varies - Review "OTHER INFORMATION"

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

What to expect next

All applicants who submit an application via our Careers page at *** will be able to view their application status online.

Additional information

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: *** 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 *Resume that does not exceed 2 pages **IMPORTANT: To align with the Merit Hiring Plan, Federal Agencies will not accept resumes that exceed two pages. Accordingly, the NAF HRO will only consider resumes that are two pages or fewer.

Resumes exceeding this limit will not be referred and will be deemed ineligible for consideration. 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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