MCCS Job Opening Information
Position/GradeNEW PARENT SUPPORT HOME VISITOR NF4 LocationMCAGCC TWENTYNINE PALMS, CAType of AppointmentFULL TIMEOpen Date09 JULY 2026Close Date
05 JANUARY 2027
This posting will be open until the position is filled. Candidates can be selected while the posting is open.
Who May ApplyALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTSSalary
$49.50 PER HOUR
with $5K recruitment/relocation incentive for eligible applicants with 12-month service agreement.
Hours of OperationMONDAY - FRIDAY ; 0730 - 1630Contact Informationvacancies.29palms@usmc-mccs.org and 760-830-4606[ ] Health Card Required[x] Background Check Required[ ] Gun Control[ ] Drug Testing Position (DTP)[X] Valid Drivers 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 the Corps.
This position is located at MCAGCC TWENTYNINE PALMS, CA. Candidates selected for this position will serve as a NEW PARENT SUPPORT HOME VISITOR NF4 for MCCS.
Why Choose MCCS?
Here at MCCS, we believe in meaningful connections, opportunities to build and develop skills that will span throughout your entire career, and creating positive relationships that will last a lifetime. We provide Marines, Sailors, and families with everyday services and support. We believe in serving those who serve.
Joining our world-renowned team also comes with some amazing benefits. Part-time and Full-time vacancies are eligible for the following Employee Benefits (20-40 hours a week):
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 5% employer match
- NAF Pension Plan, employee contribution only 1% (may be eligible to buy back up to 5 years of military service)
- Medical and Dental Insurance
- Inexpensive life insurance (up to 3X annual salary)
- Flexible spending accounts (Health and Dependent Care)
- Short Term Disability Insurance (up to 60% of annual salary)
- Immediate annual and sick leave accrual
- Tax-free shopping
- Professional training opportunities to build and develop new skills.
- Access to MCCS facilities such as the child development centers, gyms, movie theaters, bowling centers, pools, golf course, auto skills center, outdoor recreation and more!
Major Duties
- Perform support services via home visits and classroom settings designed to provide psychological and educational support to parents of children ages zero to five to include education in: positive parenting skills, promoting healthy pregnancy, promoting positive parent-child attachment behaviors, recognizing newborn infant cues/behaviors, and promoting effective couple communication in order to promote healthy relationships and prevent family violence.
- Provide information and education on services and resources available. Refer parents to appropriate military and civilian agencies for assistance and support for: assessment of at-risk behaviors, enhancing the parents role in parenting a newborn/child, role modeling and mentoring, and any medical concerns.
- Plan, develop, and implement programming designed to build and enhance strengths that individuals and families bring to the parenting role to enhance parent-child attachment.
- Develop and deliver parent education programs to foster skill development, aid in child abuse prevention, and promote good overall mental health.
- Conduct standardized screenings and assessments of families receiving services and collaborates with related agencies to offer appropriate and necessary services.
- Provide early intervention services to parents and families at-risk. Conduct ongoing risk assessment. Reports suspected abuse as required by policy and law. Collaborate with the family and appropriate agencies to develop methods to achieve prescribed goals and enhance successful parenting.
- Consult with local hospital professionals regarding aspects of abuse and identification of at-risk individuals and families.
- Attends and participates in the clinical case staff meeting as requested.
- Establish and maintain professional contacts to stay abreast of: research, education, training and clinical practice to enhance and maintain the NPSP.
- Maintain individual case records in accordance with prescribed regulations and ensures confidentiality and security of case information. Handle sensitive information that is proprietary, privileged, confidential or otherwise legally exempt from disclosure. Safeguard sensitive information and prevent unauthorized reading, printing, retaining, copying or dissemination of information, messages, or correspondence in accordance with rules and regulations such as those covered by the Privacy Act, 5 USC 552(a), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, Public Law 104-191, and Department of Defense (DoD) Directive 6025.18. Notify the higher level supervisor and senders immediately when proprietary information has been released and advise on how to properly recover, and/or protect information.
- Market the NPSP through a variety of venues including but not limited to: articles in the installation newspaper, orientation briefings, trainings, creating brochures to provide information on the NPSP, and participation in special events such as Child Abuse Prevention Month and Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
- Provide World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assist customers and communicate positively in a friendly manner. Take action to solve problems quickly. Alert the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise. Adhere to safety regulations and standards. Promptly report any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor. Adhere to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the Equal Employment Opportunity program and prevention of sexual harassment.
- Expected to travel to complete work assignments, primarily home visits, and conduct or attend training, conferences and meetings.
- May work a fluctuating work schedule to complete work assignments outside of the typical work week and work hours (to include weekends as necessary).
- Adhere to safety regulations and standards. Use required safety equipment, and observe safe work procedures. Promptly report any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor.
- May use alternate and approved platforms for delivery of services when unable to provide face-to-face home visits due to unforeseen circumstances and events. Primary delivery method is home visits and face-to-face in-person in accordance with policy.
- This position is supervised by the FAP Manager, NPSP Manager, or a clinical supervisor.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A Masters degree in social work, marriage and family therapy, or an equivalent degree approved by a state regulatory board, and shall have a current, valid, unrestricted clinical license to practice social work or marriage and family therapy or Licensed Professional Counselor, independently OR a registered nurse, or of higher credentialing, with at least a bachelors degree in nursing and shall have a current unrestricted license in one of the states or U.S. territories.
- Have at least 2 years of direct experience in the prevention, intervention, or treatment of child abuse or domestic abuse, provision of maternal or child health support services, or mental health.
- Knowledge of the military organizational mission, lifestyle, and situation that contributes to family stress, problems, and crisis situations.
- Familiarity with and skill to follow Department of Defense (DoD) Instructions, Secretary of the Navy Instructions, Marine Corps Orders, federal and state human services laws and procedures.
- Skill to develop and maintain contacts to establish effective relationships with military leaders, civilian employees and managers, and professional points of contact in the related field to exchange information, coordinate services, discuss program problems, develop solutions, and resolve client problems.
- Possess a valid drivers license to conduct home visits.
How To Apply
All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website: https://careers.usmc-mccs.org. 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.
Please include the below list of required documents with your application:
- Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.
- If prior military, DD214 Member Copy
- If you are an Active Duty Service member who will be retired from service within 120 days of the application date, you must submit a DD214 or Statement of Service with your application to receive further consideration for any regular part-time or full-time positions. In accordance with 5 USC § 3326, recently retired Servicemembers are subject to a 180-day waiting period before they may be appointed to Federal service, regardless of hiring authorities. When applicable and all requirements are met, those candidates must have submitted the required documentation at the time of their application before an agency can request a waiver. [SC3.1]
Note: For positions that require a degree, certification, and/or specific education requirements (e.g., a minimum number of credit hours toward a degree), applicants must submit supporting documentation (e.g., transcripts, diplomas, certifications) at the time of application. Applications that do not include the required documentation may be determined ineligible, as minimum qualifications cannot be verified.
Be advised - the Family Member Employment Assistance Program (FMEAP) can help assist all Military affiliated family members and Veterans with their job search. The FMEAP offers a range of services, including job search assistance, resume support, mock interviews, and more. To access these resources, please call 760-830-4030 or email plmsppd@usmc.mil.
Closing Statement
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.
SELECTIVE SERVICE REGISTRATION: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959, and are at least 18 years of age, government employment requires that you must register with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions. You must be able to show proof of registration or your exemption, as part of the required suitability background investigation.
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.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp.
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.
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.
IF APPLICABLE, INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENTS DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.
ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.