Miami, FL
55 days ago
Prevention Specialist

Position Summary:

Provides prevention services to individuals in the area assigned through the public school system, universities, trade schools, as well as youth involved in juvenile justice, foster care and community organizations. Offers prevention education in group setting, peer counseling on individual level, and referrals as needed.

Essential Job Functions:

Identify target populations and locations where service gaps exist. Provide community education to increase awareness about substance abuse, HIV/AIDS, and other STDs. Identify and recruit consumers for Alcohol Literacy Challenge, PRIME for Life, and Teen Intervene. Conduct Universal, Selective and Indicated substance prevention services using Alcohol Literacy Challenge, PRIME for Life, and Teen Intervene Provide referral for services not provided by program. Prepare reports on monthly, quarterly and yearly basis, or whenever requested to do so by Program Coordinator and/or Program Director. Maintain consumer records in accord with 65D-30 and Department of Health regulations and Village Policy and Procedure. Participate in case conference Understands HIPAA, Professional Ethics, Consumer Rights and Confidentiality Completes all orientation and mandated training activities, including E-Learning Courses, within required timeframes, and in accordance with the criteria established for this position. Participate in performance improvement activities Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation. Perform any other duties as assigned.

 

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