What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prevention Education Provider - Senior Prevention position at Harbor Brand?
Harbor is looking for a Senior Prevention Education Provider who will work in collaboration with other area providers senior centers, and residential facilities to provide community-based programs geared towards older adults 55 and older. Educators will possess strong public speaking skills, the ability to work cohesively with other agencies in a collaborate, provide documentation, communication, organization and technical skills.
Position is full-time
Education/Experience/Other Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Wellness, Education, or related required.
- In lieu of Bachelor’s Degree, must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in closely related field.
- Must possess strong public speaking skills
- Knowledge of Prevention education practices and programs and willing to apply for prevention certification.
- Will be required to obtain OCPSA, OCPS, OCPC, after meeting the requirements of licensure.
- Minimum of 1 year experience working with prevention programs a plus.
- Must be proficient and accurate in computer use, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Must demonstrate flexibility to provide services to the targeted population.
- Must have a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and show proof of personal auto insurance policy to be deemed insurable with Harbor’s vehicle insurance carrier.
Essential Job Competencies/Primary Duties:
- Provides Prevention Education to adults 55 years or older in settings throughout Lucas County through:
- Prevention Education Presentations
- Structured Prevention Education Activities
- Prevention Education Materials Disseminated
- Provides Prevention Education and other drug information to family members of the identified population.
- Provides referral options to clients.
- May work closely with other area providers to produce videos, handouts, workshops and other activities addressing the dangers of drug abuse.
- Assists in the development and dissemination of printed material.
- May present produced videos to various community groups.
- Provides appropriate documentation including progress notes of sessions held in group Prevention Education Services.
- Actively recruit new sites and populations for the delivery of prevention programs.
- Fulfills or exceeds unit expectations established by Harbor.
- May provide program coordination, community organization and planning/evaluating of activities as directed.
About Harbor:
- A leading provider of mental health and substance use treatment for over 100 years
- 350 clinical staff serve over 24,000 clients across multiple locations and in the community each year
- Services ranging from counseling, pharmacological management, primary care, psychological testing, case management, substance use treatment, residential services, vocational program, and more!
Why Work for Harbor?
It is fast-paced and challenging, but you will have a lot of fun in the process. You will have the opportunity to meet other motivated individuals who are also making a positive impact at our company. Harbor is committed to investing our resources in you! Some benefits of working with Harbor include:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement plan with company match
- Generous paid time off, sick time, and paid holidays
- Tuition and professional license reimbursement programs
- Clinical supervision hours offered
- Employee referral bonuses
- Ability to make a difference in your community!
