Prevention Specialist
- Facilitate evidence-based substance use and misuse prevention and mental health curriculum.
- Deliver presentations at schools and community sites about how to live healthy and productive lives.
- Conduct awareness campaigns to reduce the use and misuse of alcohol, nicotine, marijuana, prescription drugs, and other substances.
- Participate in community events for families.
- Help lead a summer program for students.
- Responsible for accurate completion of monthly reports and other documentation related to the progress of participants in the program.
- Degree in mental health or substance use, education, communications, social work, psychology or related field preferred.
- Certified Prevention Specialist designation preferred, but not mandatory
- Two years' experience working with youth in chemical dependency prevention, intervention, or treatment setting. One year of experience working with families is preferred for family programs.
- Must maintain a valid Drivers' License, have proof of automobile insurance and maintain a safe driving record.
- Prefer experience with alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs, and prevention services.
- Passionate about working with children, youth, and families from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Good written and verbal skills with an ability and desire to speak effectively before groups of children and adults
- Basic knowledge of computers, relevant software, and use of technology.
- MUST complete Associate Prevention Specialist or Certified Prevention Specialist Certification within 6 months of hire.
- Ability to effectively manage classroom or group while presenting educational curriculum
- Utilize evidence-based curriculum as designated by the program contract for youth and families.
- Coordinate and facilitate activities to include arts and craft projects, alternative activities, sports activities, field trips and more.
- Prepares and facilitates groups with individuals, families, and the public.
- Conducts pre-screen and post-screen assessments according to program contract.
- Provides referrals as needed.
- Attends all meetings according to program needs.
- Supervises youth in all program activities.
- Adheres to the professional standards established by Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network.
- Other duties as assigned.
$45,000-$52,965 DOE and education Regional Stipend $5,000Position:
779-Pending
780 Heart of Texas Region Behavioral Health Network strives to offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Benefits: Employer paid Health Insurance, no copays, no deductibles, 0 cost most prescriptions*
Employer paid Dental Insurance
Employer paid Life Insurance
Employer Paid Short Term Disability
Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program
Payroll Direct Deposit
12 paid Holidays per year
Excellent 401-K Retirement Plan (Center will contribute 12% of employee earnings)**
**Certain Requirements Apply** Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - begins after 3 months of full time employment Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network is a qualified local government entity that may qualify employees for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Plan (subject to certain requirements and guidelines being met by the employee based on this government program). There is no guarantee of this program for all employees.
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