What are the responsibilities and job description for the Problem Gambling Coordinator position at Family and Children's Association?
The Opportunity
Our Gambling Support and Wellness Center is seeking a Problem Gambling Coordinator to offer individual, group, and family counseling to individuals and families experiencing problem gambling issues.
The Problem Gambling Coordinator will present and provide outreach, awareness, and education to all groups and demographics in the community regarding problem and disordered gambling. The position will be focused on developing workshops to present in support groups, schools, senior centers, libraries, and other community spaces to reduce stigma, spread awareness, and streamline referrals to FCA's outpatient clinic.
Responsibilities
- Attend and organize public, private, and special outreach events focused on educating the community on problem gambling across Long Island.
- Plan and implement prevention, outreach and educational programs addressing problem and disordered gambling issues among at-risk populations.
- Assist individuals and families struggling with problem gambling challenges by facilitating their engagement in services and offer additional support through the Family Treatment & Recovery Centers and Long Island PGRC.
- Acts as a resource to Attend and organize public, private, and special outreach events focused on educating the community on problem gambling across Long Island.all FTRC staff members on issues related to gambling services/connections/resources available in the community.
- Coordinate and conduct training programs with community organizations, faith-based communities, health centers, professional groups and others to increase awareness and engagement in recovery.
- Represent the agency in a professional and knowledgeable manner and assist in the promotion of the program through information and education about its services to the communities we serve.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Human Service field required.
- Minimum of one year of related experience required.
- Excellent communication and public speaking skills
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Valid and clean driver's license required.
Additional Information
Schedule: Full Time, Non-exempt
Salary: $31.87-34.07 per hour
Location: Hempstead
Benefits Information
- Full Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Generous paid time off
- 403(b); with generous employer contribution
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Pet Insurance
- Short Term (STD) and Long Term (LTD) Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
FCA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer! We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Salary : $32 - $34
