Prevention Specialist- Lee County, Florida - Hanley Foundation : Job Details

You must reside in Lee County, Florida, to be considered for this position.Are you ready to make a meaningful difference in your community? Do you want to play a vital role in preventing substance use disorders and addiction? We seek a dedicated Substance Use Prevention Specialist to join our dynamic team and help us tackle these critical issues head-on. At Hanley Foundation, a non-profit organization with a mission of eliminating addiction through prevention, advocacy, and recovery support, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing effective prevention programs and initiatives. This position is responsible for providing prevention programming and implementing Project SUCCESS, Teen Intervene, and other prevention programs and additional services to youth at local high schools, alternative schools, and middle schools. Through education, community outreach, and collaboration with community partners, we strive to support those affected by substance use disorder and empower individuals to lead healthy livesThis is a full-time position, with a generous benefits package available on the first of the month following hire. At Hanley Foundation, we look for self-motivated individuals, dedicated to providing value and superior services and, above all, people with a high degree of integrity and enthusiasm for their work.Reliable transportation is a must for this position. You will be required to drive to schools throughout the designated counties, so having a means of transportation is essential. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with teachers and facilitators to deliver approved substance abuse prevention curricula to schools and other agencies. This delivery may involve group, individual classroom, assembly facilitation, observations, monitoring, and direct implementation, including preparation and delivery of materials
• Participate in Community Coalition meetings and task force committees.
• Recruit and secure school and community implementation locations.
• Secure training sites for approved programs.
• Market and promote programs to schools in the community.
• Provide parent education on alcohol and other drugs when requested.
• Provide in-services on alcohol and other drugs to faculty or agency staff when requested.
• Provide appropriate community resources (i.e., substance abuse information) to requesting schools and partners.
• Complete monitoring reports (i.e., DCF) as grant requirements indicate.
• Complete all documentation and PBPS/CPG entries daily and submit them within the required time frame.
• Assist the Prevention Coordinator and Regional Prevention Coordinator on special projects as needed.
• Maintains knowledge of prevention disciplines, trends, and best practices.
• Demonstrate success through documentation of satisfaction surveys, training evaluations, and observations.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Strong presentation and group facilitation skills.
• Superb verbal and written communication skills, including interactive public speaking and active listening skills.
• Effective advocate of Hanley Foundation and its programs.
• Able to promote services in the community and refer media opportunities, such as radio, print, and television, to the appropriate Hanley Foundation staff member.
• Knowledge of adolescent development.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software, network components, and general computer use.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and excellent judgment.
• Team player with the ability to be effective independently.

Education/Experience Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree or higher in human services, education, or a related field is required.
• Completion of Level 1 and 2 background screenings.
• Completion of relevant training upon hire and when deemed appropriate.
• A minimum of 1 year working with adolescents, preferably in a school or public health setting, preferred.
• Must have access to a reliable vehicle and be willing to utilize your car for work purposes (mileage will be reimbursed).
• Must be willing to travel to neighboring counties when requested and to occasionally attend conferences and meetings in various parts of the state.
• Must be able to work early morning, evening, and weekend hours as required.
• Must be a Lee County, Florida resident.
• Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) or Certified Prevention Professional (CPP) preferred.
• If in recovery, one (1) year of continuous sobriety is required.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance (employer-paid)
• Life Insurance (employer-paid)
• Eligible for medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance on the first of the month following the hire date
• Paid Time Off (15 days for first year, 20 days for 1-3 years)
• Eleven Paid Holidays
• 401(k) & 401(k) Matching
• Health Savings Account & Health Savings Account Matching

Hanley Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. The company prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.Hanley Foundation is a Drug-Free Workplace. Job applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to undergo drug screening.Company Website: www.hanleyfoundation.org