PREVENTION SPECIALIST

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION: Prevention Specialists assesses the needs and wants of youth and families and provides linkages and referrals for resources and supportive services.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES:

• Collaborate with consultants, school districts, and community service providers to facilitate training, workshops, webinars, assemblies
• Collaborate closely with school administrators, counselors, and support personnel as required in order to effectively deliver required supports to students and their families
• Attentive and responsive to participants needs and wants in a helpful, supportive, timely manner
• Works collaboratively with program staff and community resources to provide viable services
• Assist with the planning and implementation of program activities
• Attend program meetings and trainings
• Play an active role in meetings and trainings designed to enhance program operations
• Provides culturally competent service delivery
• Effectively engages participants to continually access needs
• Provides appropriate intervention strategies, as needed, and adjusts services accordingly
• Assist in programmatic data collection, reporting, continuous quality improvement processes and evaluation of services
• Attend community meeting
• Assist with outreach efforts

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree preferred in human services or other related field
• Minimum of one-year experience working with individuals with disabilities
• Computer literate and proficient in using applicable software
• Experience implementing evidence-based treatment and prevention programs is strongly preferred
• Experience working with and empowering youth and marginalized communities by conducting prevention education

OTHER SKILLS

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to actively listen
• Solid relationship-building capabilities
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• A positive and compassionate attitude
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize needs
• Willingness to stay updated on new certifications and regulations within the field
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Able to maintain a flexible schedule
• Professionalism and commitment to excellence in care

Qualifications