Prevention Advocacy Club Advisor

Position Type :

Support Staff (Non-Union) / Non-Union Position

Date Posted : 5 / 23 / 2025

Location : Abbott Middle School

Date Available : ASAP

Closing Date : Until Filled

Position / Title : Prevention Advocacy Club Advisor

Bargaining Unit : ETA

Department / Location : Club Advisory Middle School

Work Days : Minimum 10 Hours per Semester

Reports To : Student Wellness Prevention Education Specialist

JD Revision Date : December 12, 2024

Supervises : Student Participants in Prevention Advocacy Club

Function / Position Summary

Prevention Advocacy Club Advisors are responsible for overseeing and organizing club meetings and events in the interest of drug prevention and education. This position requires a commitment to developing plans for club meetings that provide students with opportunities to develop leadership skills and advocate to their peers. The advisor will utilize tools provided by the prevention education specialist to drive student feedback and action opportunities. The advisor will establish a team culture and high expectations for collaboration among all club participants with effective implementation of strategies, structure, and opportunities to achieve success.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Facilitate and supervise the operation of the advocacy club, including club meetings and activities outside of regular school hours.
• Implement educational content, programs, and activities provided by the club organizer, focusing on the harms of substance abuse.
• Encourage and support student involvement and leadership within the club, empowering students to develop their own peer education projects.
• Provide a safe and inclusive environment for all club members to discuss and learn about substance abuse prevention.
• Collaborate with school administration, staff, and community resources to ensure the success of the club's initiatives.
• Accept and implement ideas from students, staff, and the club organizer, adapting programs and activities to fit the specific needs of the school community.
• Maintain regular communication with building admin and prevention education specialist and provide feedback on the club's progress and effectiveness.
• Serve as a mentor to students, offering guidance on how to effectively educate their peers.
• Ensure compliance with all school policies and guidelines related to student clubs.
• Maintain meeting agenda, notes, and attendance for club activities.

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