Coordinator, Substance Abuse Prevention Program

• Knowledge of best practices, techniques and other key information that is relevant to the primary prevention of substance abuse
• Knowledge of the area of substance abuse, including familiarity with evidence-based research on development, implementation and evaluation of substance abuse prevention programs
• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations related to execution of job responsibilities/duties
• Knowledge of operational standards set by the MS Department of Mental Health/Bureau of Alcohol and Drug Services for substance abuse prevention projects
• Knowledge of the American Psychological Association Code of Ethics
• Excellent communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to develop and implement substance abuse outreach programs
• Ability to work well with youth, young adults and others who are recipients of services provided by Counseling Services
• Ability to evaluate and analyze program outcomes
• Ability to interpret applicable laws and regulations, including legal and ethical standards that impact substance abuse programs
• Ability to establish collaborative relationships with other substance abuse prevention agencies/organizations

• Plans, develops, implements and evaluates substance abuse outreach programming to enhance the personal/wellness functioning of all participants
• Provides consultation for participants on substance abuse issues
• Works with relevant entities in the community to address the issues of substance abuse
• Establishes referral sources through networking and attendance at local/regional association meetings that promote substance abuse prevention
• Coordinates and conducts informational/educational workshops, support groups and/or focus groups that promote primary prevention in reducing risk for negative outcomes
• Demonstrates a clear understanding of and commitment to primary prevention, community organizing and planning, specifically in relation to daily functioning of the ASAAPP

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