Prevention Specialist (EPIC)

SUMMARY OF POSITION: This position is grant funded and will perform the following duties within the EPIC grant.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Assists with leading EPIC meetings and supporting EPIC meeting preparation and follow-up, including meeting logistics, agenda, notes, and other communication

Assists with carrying out all grant requirements for EPIC following the statement of work as well as all deliverables

Use effective group facilitation skills to help guide the coalition and workgroups through the EPIC planning and implementation process

Assists with writing reports, grant proposals, and other materials for EPIC

Works with community partners and sub-contractors to fulfill all aspects of the grant

Represent EPIC at community events by tabling and sharing information with the public

Provide outreach, training and assistance to community partners about EPIC

Assist in implementing EPIC and its work plan by promoting mental health and preventing substances use/misuse through evidence-based programs and practices.

Performs data collection activities based upon EPIC criteria and guidelines

Use of computer and other technology required for documentation of programs

Hours will be flexible at times requiring some evenings and weekends

Attend trainings, seminars and conferences related to EPIC

Regular and dependable attendance required and willingness to travel locally and occasionally out-of-state.

Competencies required in order to perform the job successfully include the following.

Design – Demonstrates attention to detail

Attends training and obtains successful certifications if required

Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Interpersonal – Demonstrates ability to form relationships with strategic partner, e.g., government agencies, non-profit agencies, schools, and business and faith-based communities.

Oral Communication – Demonstrates ability to speak effectively and professionally in public to a variety of audiences; must possess professional demeanor.

Team Work – Gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit

Written Communication – Must be able to write clear, concise and grammatically correct letters, reports and other forms of communications.

Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment

Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time

Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure

Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; applies feedback to improve performance

Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures

Qualifications for an individual to perform this job successfully include being able to do each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education/Experience: High School diploma or GED and experience working with coalitions and "big picture" ideas

Language Ability: Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from providers, community partners, co-workers, and the general public; bilingual a plus

Math Ability: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals

Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables.

Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word Processing software; Internet software and ability to learn program system

Certificates and Licenses: Current Colorado driver's license

Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work performed in both an office environment and outdoors with exposure to weather conditions.

Physical Demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of the Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands for computer and office duties. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or have a sense of smell.