FAMILY CARE BEHAVIORAL SPEC NF4* (RFT)
Job details
- Location
- Kaneohe, Hawaii
- Work type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $75,000 - $80,000/yr
- Clearance
- Public Trust
- Posted
- 2 weeks ago
- Apply on
- careers.usmc-mccs.org
About this role
MCCS Job Opening Information
| Position/Grade | FAMILY CARE BEHAVIORAL SPECIALIST/ NF-0101-04 | ||
| Location | MARINE CORPS BASE HAWAII, KANEOHE BAY, HI, USA | Type of Appointment | REGULAR FULL-TIME |
| Open Date | 10/16/2026 | Close Date | FIRST CUT OFF DATE: 10/30/2026 - 11:59 PM EST CLOSE DATE: 11/13/2026 - 11:59 PM EST |
| Who May Apply | ALL QUALIFIED CANDIDATES **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. | Salary | BASE SALARY: $75,000.00-$80,000.00 PER ANNUM PLUS 8.64% COST OF LIVING ALLOWANCE (COLA) TOTAL SALARY: $81,480.00 - $86,912.00 PER ANNUM INCLUDING 8.64% COST OF LIVING ALLOWANCE (COLA) COLA SUBJECT TO CHANGE |
| Hours of Operation | MONDAY - FRIDAY 0800-1700 ***HOURS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BASED ON BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS*** |
| [ X ] Health Card Required | [ X ] Background Check Required | [ ] Gun Control | [ ] Drug Testing Position (DTP) | [ X ] Valid Driver's License Required |
Job Summary
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. As a service-oriented organization, we never waver in our commitment to our Corps.
This position is located at MARINE CORPS BASE HAWAII / MCBH / MCAS / KBAY, KANEOHE BAY, HI - MARINE & FAMILY PROGRAMS, FAMILY CARE BRANCH. Candidates selected for this position will serve as a REGUALAR FULL-TIME, BEHAVIORAL SPECIALIST NF4* FOR MCCS.
Major Duties
INTRODUCTION:
The purpose of the Child and Youth Programs (CYP) Behavior Specialist Consultant position is to coach, educate, and train Professionals, building their capacity to support the social-emotional and behavior needs of children in care.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent operates independently with minimum supervision toward the overall objectives of the program. The Behavior Specialist Consultant works proactively to build the capacity of families and direct care Professionals in both preventing and responding to challenging behaviors and reactively in formulating appropriate responses to challenging behaviors. A majority of the position duties are performed within the CYP to (1) provide CYP with observations and recommendations regarding social-emotional environments and assist in identifying participants (children and youth) who require special assistance for behavior, social-emotional, or developmental needs, (2) help CYP teams implement curricula regarding conflict resolution, emotional regulation, and social skills development (3) lead and facilitate the USMC Behavior Support Process as a member of the Accommodations Collaboration Team (ACT) and the Inclusion Action Team (IAT), (4) assist staff in positive behavior guidance and promoting optimal social-emotional development. The CYP responsibilities are grouped into categories, including classroom and program support, non-clinical assessment, training, compliance, and additional responsibilities. Each is described below.
CLASSROOM/PROGRAM SUPPORT
Serves as a liaison with mental health providers and special education systems in the community, as applicable. Assists CYP Professionals to facilitate and maintain calming and predictable classroom environments within the program. Assists in preventing challenging behaviors by teaching the Pyramid Model and the use of pyramid strategies. Provides a climate that promotes positive social-emotional development. Role models appropriate strategies for responding to participant behavior, including how to use redirection and de-escalation strategies effectively.
Supports the implementation of social-emotional and self-regulation curriculum and activities. Establishes and maintains ongoing supportive relationships with CYP Professionals to enhance interactions with the children and parents they serve. Provides classroom and Family Child Care (FCC) home observations and recommendations regarding social-emotional environments to assist in identifying children who require special assistance for behavior, emotional, or developmental needs. Provides assistance to the Exceptional Family Member Program and the School Liaison Program as needed or upon request.
NON-CLINICAL ASSESSMENT
Implements appropriate screening mechanisms for behavior and social emotional needs. Assists direct care Professionals in recognizing and responding appropriately to participants displaying challenging or unsafe behaviors. Provides appropriate resources and referrals to counseling services as needed. Observes in program settings throughout all hours of operation to assess CYP Professionals competency and direct training needs for groups and/or individuals. Ensures Behavior Tracking Tools (BTT) are applied, providing training and coaching as needed.
Provides observation of specific children and develops written support strategies utilizing a team approach to assist CYP Professionals in positive behavior support and promoting optimal social-emotional development. Completes Observation & Debrief Tools, provides feedback to CYP Professionals, and makes recommendations to the Director. Facilitates team meetings, including team meetings with families to develop Behavior Support Plans. Assists in and supports the development and implementation of parent education programs. Maintains documentation related to non-clinical assessments, observations, and behavior support plans.
TRAINING AND COACHING:
Develops a training and coaching plan to help CYP Professionals implement the Behavior Support Process. Actively teaches and coaches developmentally appropriate social skills, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation. Develops, refines and maintains a timely menu of training topics and curricula aimed at improving the competency of CYP Professionals in promoting the social and emotional development of participants. Facilitates the delivery of training to CYP Professionals, either by providing training directly or arranging for other competent trainers. Uses data and feedback to determine future training and service needs.
COMPLIANCE:
Ensures compliance with all United States Marine Corps (USMC), Department of Defense (DoD), State, and Federal policies. Takes action to implement recommendations or correct deficiencies resulting from inspections or accreditation visits. Implements and supports policies and procedures to ensure compliance with health, fire, safety, facility, and program regulatory guidance and standards. Responsible for compliance with child abuse and neglect reporting requirements. Carries out Equal Employment Opportunity policies and communicates support of those policies to CYP Professionals.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Serves as a mandatory reporter as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect. Performs other duties as assigned. May work a fluctuating work schedule to complete work assignments outside of the typical work hours.
Qualifications
A Master's degree (preferred) in Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, or Behavioral Science or a related field of study AND 2 years of Professional experience working with children and/or youth. Education or training focused on Behavior Intervention is required.
OR
A 4-year degree in Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, or Behavioral Science or related field of study AND 3 years of full time experience working with children and/or youth. Education or training focused on Behavior Intervention is required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain TIER-1 Child Care (CNACI) background checks which are required for positions that involve working with children under 18 years of age. Must pass a preemployment physical and annual physicals thereafter, provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease. Must complete all DoD training requirements within the specified time including orientation, initial, and annual ongoing training requirements, and required certifications, if any. Must maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications. May be required to obtain a government driver's license. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, and possess strong interpersonal communication skills. Knowledge of functional behavior assessment, child development, disability law, early intervention and special education, positive behavior intervention and support (PBIS), trauma informed practices, behavior support plans, crisis intervention and/or mediation, administrative practices and organizational procedures common to child development and/or special education programs. Skilled in oral and written communication.
How To Apply
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.
Closing Statement
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