Primary Prevention Specialist (Prev Wf)

This position is located at the ANG Wing with/or without geographically separated units (GSU)/ ARNG Region located in a State that is divided into multiple regions (within the State) not servicing one specific BDE. This position serves as the implementer of the Integrated Primary Prevention (IPP) Program. Due to the specialty nature of these roles this position reports to the Joint Force Headquarter Primary Prevention Officer. The primary purpose of this position is to implement and support integrated prevention programs. It collaboratively identifies implements and assesses public health-informed and evidence-based prevention policy practices programs and processes. Supports healthy climate/culture to eliminate harassment sexual violence family violence and self-directed harm using a public health perspective and socio-ecological theoretical lens. This involves an integrated multi-agency and collaborative approach with other Wings/Regions Joint Force Headquarters (JFHQ) and local programs with a nexus to integrated primary prevention (IPP) efforts.

MAJOR DUTIES:

1. Serves as the point of contact for harm and abuse prevention programs and activities; provides program coordination and serves as the subject matter expert for the Wing/Region IPP program. Serves as the Primary Prevention Integrator (PPI) managing all aspects of a complex integrated primary prevention program (P3) for the Wing/Region. Serves as the Wing/Region point of contact for the suicide prevention program workplace and domestic violence programs in a non-clinical primary prevention here after referred to as prevention role in coordination with applicable offices and community agencies. Delivers initial prevention activities averting harm or abuse before it occurs. Identifies risk and protective factors that lead to or protect against unhealthy or unsafe behaviors. Promotes actions to mitigate environmental factors. Examines and interprets population data from the Wing/Region. Interprets S/T/DC policies and guidance to develop Wing/Region specific policy plans objectives and guidance for the operation of local P3. Coordinates the implementation and coordination of all such activities at a local level. Provides professional advisory services and training to Wing/Region Service Members and community agencies concerning available or ongoing violence-related prevention efforts. Utilizes effective presentation and facilitation skills provides accurate and appropriate technical assistance tailored to specific audiences and communicates the complexities of prevention issues to stakeholders and the public. Develops coordinated plans for reducing risk factors and promoting protective factors for increased resiliency within the community. Conducts assessments on strengths weaknesses opportunity and threat (SWOT) analyses that form the basis for action implementation and program plan development activities. Crafts formal assessments and evaluation processes to monitor outreach programs and services through evaluation of activities. Collects or obtains local data and reports quarterly activities to Wing/Region and JFHQ leadership and respective boards counsels and committees as applicable. Implements state policies and other official guidance at the local level. Responsible for overseeing program compliance with local guidance and ensuring program fidelity. Assists leaders in developing and monitoring the effectiveness of their P3. Advises leaders at all levels of best practices and evidence-based programs policies and plans that increase prevention readiness within their organizations. (35%)

2. Supports inter- and intra-personal violence prevention efforts and programming through the Wing/regional leadership advisory committees boards and working groups. Represents their populations integrated prevention efforts as a member of leadership advisory committees boards and working groups. Collects consolidates and presents relevant prevention program data to leadership advisory committees boards and working groups. Briefs Commanders and senior personnel on Integrated Primary Prevention (IPP) as defined in applicable policy and official guidance to obtain optimum support for IPP activities. Below the JFHQ level chairs leadership advisory committees boards and working groups as requested by leadership.

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearanace.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
• Must be able to obtain required certifications as applicable.

This position has Indefinite tenure. This position may be terminated with a 30-Day Notice. This position may convert to Permanent Tenure without future competition.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience in overall management guidance development implementation and maintenance of Social Programs.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:

GS-09 - 1 year specialized experience education or training equivalent to at least the next lower grade level analyzing problems identifying significant factors gathering pertinent data and recognizing solutions; preparing reports plans policies and various correspondence; evaluating objectives and develop plans to facilitate the availability and effective utilization of various social science resources. Experience utilizing the organization its mission and the organizational staff procedures. Experience interacting with a variety of groups and/or individuals; and the ability to apply analytical and evaluative techniques to the identification consideration and resolution of issues or problems of a social science procedural or factual nature.

GS-11 - 1 year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Experience education or training analyzing problems identifying significant factors gathering pertinent data and recognizing solutions; preparing reports plans policies and various correspondence; evaluating objectives and develop plans to facilitate the availability and effective utilization of various social science resources. Must have knowledge of the organization and its mission and utilized the organizational staff procedures. Experience applying analytical and evaluative techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of social science program operations carried out by administrative or professional personnel or substantive administrative support functions.