Prevention Specialist

Job Details

Job Location

Administration - 720 Hancock - Bullhead, AZ

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

High School

Salary Range

$15.00 - $17.00 Hourly

Description

Position Summary :

Person in this position is responsible for all aspects of education and prevention pertaining to alcohol and substance abuse issues for at-risk and underserved individuals within the community.

Essential Job Functions include those listed below. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Essential Job Functions :

• Educate all appropriate individuals within the community regarding alcohol and substance abuse issues;
• Educate all appropriate at-risk individuals within the community about alcohol and substance abuse;
• Write required reports and / or provide appropriate data for administrative and reporting needs;
• Ensure that services described in the contract are provided and replicated in the program accordingly;
• Report to the Prevention Coordinator on a once weekly basis;
• Act as an agency representative / liaison with other agencies;
• Assist the Program Coordinator and Director with program design, development and implementation of the Education and Prevention Programs;
• Ensure that all required policies and procedures of WestCare are carried out in the Education and Prevention Programs; and
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications :

Certifications / Licenses :

• Possession of a valid Drivers License;
• CPR Certification, First Aid Certification and an Annual Tuberculosis test.
• Possess or able to obtain Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint clearance card
• Able to pass Arizona Central Registry background check
• As mandated by Presidential Order all employees of WestCare Foundation, Inc. and all affiliates of WestCare Foundation, Inc.

will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 effective 11 / 1 / 2021. Employees that have requested a Medical or Religious Exemption, which has been approved by Human Resources will be required to test for the virus weekly.

During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and / or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with.

Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you

Education :

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required;
• Bachelors Degree in Community Health, Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Rehabilitation or related field is preferred; or
• A.A. / A.S. Degree in Human Services and one (1) year experience working with at risk populations is preferred.

Experience and Competencies :

• Two (2) years experience working in substance abuse prevention, treatment, health promotion / education, community organizing, or working with youth and / or families;
• Must be able to qualify for WestCare vehicle insurance;
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a level 1 fingerprint clearance card

Working Conditions :

• Work is primarily performed in the community;
• Some driving is required; and
• Some outdoor activities may be required.
16 hours ago