Prevention Specialist II 2

Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Promotes individuals and community partners in developing healthy lifestyles and increasing positive functioning. This includes providing education, evidence-based prevention programming, and asset growth, and maintaining appropriate documentation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide day-to-day direct service for three components of Community Youth Services (Area Project Board, Committee Coalition and Youth Committee). Interface with Area Project Board and other community stakeholders. Provide Support, Leadership and oversight of the Youth Committee and the goals that are identified
• Develop and manage referral guide with the assistance of the youth and develop a database of referrals completed.
• Organize and implement Youth Action Committee (YAC) special events including coordination of transportation, snacks, parent permission slips.
• Recruit, select, train and assist volunteers, parents and interns in service to children and youth.
• Organize and facilitate parent prevention education/support activities including parent nights (Family Vacation Nights FVN) newsletters, satisfaction surveys and outcome measurements.
• Assist with development of social marketing campaigns to raise community awareness, address social norms, challenge public perceptions, and shape community values on prevention issues.
• Conduct community assessments and data gathering to provide information on trends, substance use rates, public perceptions/values, and prevention needs in the community.
• Serve as technical assistance provider to community organizations and groups on issues of prevention best practices and growth of developmental assets. Required documentation in CYS Forms. Participate in community involvement strategies including advocating for changes in social policy and development including completion of SWOT and Environmental Scan.
• Transport youth participants to coalition meetings, after-school programs, activities and special events and then to youth’s home after programs activity.
• Attend department and community meetings regularly to report progress, data, trends, and opportunities to Prevention Manager and Community Partners (schools, coalitions, etc.).
• Provide interventions that are recovery focused taking into account trauma informed care practices.  Demonstrates the ability to help the participant identify, select and practice strategies allowing the participant to develop the knowledge, skills and/or attitudes required for successful community tenure and obtainment of career goals. 
• Participate in community growth efforts including media campaigns, fund-raisers and recruitment drives. Services including, but not limited to trainings, meetings, presentations and client services may require occasional weekend work and late night and early mornings.  Manager and Director designate schedule priorities to meet programmatic needs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
• Skilled in customer service techniques
• Skilled in problem-solving

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Level              

Master’s degree in Human Services or a Bachelor’s degree in Human Services and 3 years relevant employment experience in positions that allow equivalency.   

Years of Experience       

Providers utilizing electronic health records and/or other automated/electronic documentation systems are required to have computer and keyboarding experience and skills or the ability to develop such skills within required timeframes in order to meet the level of proficiency set by the agency.   Direct Service Providers utilizing electronic/automated documentation systems will be required to undergo a computer and keyboarding assessment test to determine proficiency.

Certification/Licensure 

Must have valid driver’s license in applicable programs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Standing – 20%

Sitting – 80%

Squatting – Occasional

Kneeling – Occasional

Bending – Occasional

Driving – Occasional

Lifting – Occasional

DISCLAIMER

The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

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Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and ten paid holidays
• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion employee resource groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Centerstone does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our beliefs toward diversity and inclusion.

Our approach to diversity is simple—it’s about embracing everyone. Together, we continue to develop an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our employees. It powers our innovation and connects us closer to each other, to our clients and the communities we serve. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the growing world around us, and where everyone feels empowered, safe and welcomed.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.

Salary : $17 - $23