Intervention Specialist -Substance Use-Elementary Schools 12528-2025

8 hours per day, 9 months per year

This is a temporary position funded for two years with the possibilityofa third year.

We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview / selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications received, not all applicants will receive an interview.

Résumés should include education, relevant experience (including current position), and skills which highlight the qualifications of the position to which a person is applying.

All district employees are encouraged to review their personnel file periodically to ensure that their file includes current and relevant documentation that supports their degree,education or credits, experience, training, etc., as it relates to qualifications described on job postings.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Sciences or other related field from an accredited college or university
• Substance Use Disorder Professional certification or Certified Prevention Professional
• Graduate level degree in Behavioral Sciences preferred or ESA certification preferred
• Demonstrate case management / record keeping skills
• Demonstrate knowledge in alcohol and / or drug abuse federal confidentiality laws
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of substance abuse assessment, intervention, treatment and recovery process for adolescents and families
• Demonstrate ability to work successfully with children, parents
• Demonstrate ability to work with school staff, including teachers, administrator and non-classified staff
• Demonstrate knowledge and experience in school based student assistance programs
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

Other Requirements :

Essential Functions :

It is understood that the district has the right to transfer and assign employees to best fit the needs of the district.

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