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JOB DESCRIPTION:

Prevention Specialist II- Substance Use Prevention (SUP)

Summary of Responsibility
In keeping with the Mission/Vision/Values of Centerstone, a Prevention Specialist II promotes individuals and community partners in developing healthy lifestyles and increasing positive functioning.   This includes providing education, evidence-based prevention programming, and asset growth, and maintaining appropriate documentation.  A Prevention Specialist II is required to use independent (or works under the direction of supervisor) when performing job tasks/providing services.   As part of Centerstone’s team-oriented philosophy, a Prevention Specialist II is expected to actively participate in variety of cross-functional teams and performance improvement initiatives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1.    Completes job requirements with independent action and resourcefulness and seeks out additional duties during periods of downtime.  Organizes time, effort, and use of resources to achieve desired outcomes of Substance Use Prevention (SUP) Model.

2.    Centerstone expects all staff to have a strong desire to provide excellent customer experience; to comply with the rules and regulations of those organizations to which we are accountable; to have high ethical and professional standards of conduct; must possess the flexibility to work with clients at various stages in their personal growth; and to have an attitude of wanting to continuously improve their own performance as well as that of Centerstone.  This also includes consistently returning phone calls and e-mails within 24 hours and updating voicemail/out of office e-mail, as well as consistently using pleasant tone and having a helpful attitude.  

3.    To demonstrate students / community partners are the first priority, ensure grant expectations are met and time is dedicated to providing personal growth services to students, their families and collateral contacts.

4.    Meet or exceed Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) expectations. 

5.    Treats all students, community partners and colleagues with dignity and respect, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, gender, or other legally protected status.

6.    Shows consideration for others, works cooperatively with any coworker; provides constructive feedback without undue criticism of others; displays appreciation of differences in approaches, personalities, and viewpoints of others.  Works professionally, respectfully, positively and cooperatively within a team-based framework to promote Centerstone’s commitment to client personal growth.

7.    Completes all required documentation legibly, accurately, timely, and thoroughly using appropriate terminology and containing relevant information and applicable standards.  Demonstrates utilization and incorporation of audit feedback when completing documentation.

8.    Supports the strategic goals and mission/vision/values of Centerstone at all times when interacting with students, community partners, co-workers and professionals from other organizations and presents a positive and professional demeanor.

9.    Takes initiative to prevent and resolve problems and offers recommendations for improving services and transforming Centerstone into an organization that embraces excellent customer experience.

10.    Demonstrates an ability to manage crisis situations, including danger to self and others, to ensure the safety and stabilization of students and to make appropriate referrals/linkages when clinically indicated.  Does not leave crisis situation until client/youth is in a safe environment or crisis is resolved or being completed with crisis worker.

11.    Provide day-to-day direct service for in-school and after-school programs including supervision, education and support to youth and parents delivering evidenced based Youth Prevention Education Program (YPE Curriculum). 

12.    Organize and implement Youth Advisory Council (YAC) special events including coordination of transportation, snacks, parent permission slips.

13.    Recruit, select, train and assist volunteers, parents and interns in service to children and youth.

14.    Organize and facilitate parent prevention education/support activities including parent nights (Family Vacation Nights FVN)  newsletters, satisfaction surveys and outcome measurements.

15.    Develop social marketing campaigns to raise community awareness, address social norms, challenge public perceptions, and shape community values on prevention issues.

16.    Conduct community assessments and data gathering to provide information on trends, substance use rates, public perceptions/values, and prevention needs in the community.

17.    Serve as technical assistance provider to community organizations and groups on issues of prevention best practices and growth of developmental assets. Required documentation in SUP HUB.

18.    Transport youth participants to coalition meetings, after-school programs, activities and special events and then to youth’s home after programs activity.

19.    Implement approved program curriculum and adapt curriculum as necessary to fit service population and funding requirements.

20.    Attend department and community meetings regularly to report progress, data, trends, and opportunities to Prevention Manager and Community Partners (schools, coalitions, etc.). 

21.    Participate in community involvement strategies including advocating for changes in social policy and development of new prevention collaborative in the community; including Communication Campaigns and Drug Take-Back Programs.

22.    Present Substance Use Prevention topics to classrooms and community organizations and provide training as requested by community partners.

23.    Participate in community growth efforts including media campaigns, fund-raisers and recruitment drives.

24.    Services including, but not limited to trainings, meetings, presentations and client services may require occasional weekend work and late night and early mornings.  Manager and Director designate schedule priorities to meet programmatic needs.

25.    Attend staff meetings and other internal meetings as assigned.  Participate on committees as assigned, including quality assurance functions.  Maintain appropriate communication with other employees and work as an effective member of treatment team.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.    Market services to external resources as appropriate.
2.    Participate in training designed to enhance job-related skills.
3.    Provide community education as assigned.
4.    Perform other duties, not inconsistent with qualifications and regular duties, as assigned.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
-    Knowledge of guidelines for confidentiality
-    Knowledge of applicable regulatory guidelines and codes, agency policies and procedures, and Federal and state laws pertaining to position
-    Skill in written and oral communication
-    Skill in customer service techniques
-    Skill in establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships with clients and staff
-    Skill in problem-solving
-    Skill in identifying and prioritizing job tasks
-    Skill in applying non-violent crisis intervention techniques and maintaining personal safety

OTHER KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
-    Skill in stress management
-    Skill in safe driving  

RESPONSIBILITY

A.    Supervisory Controls:  The Department Manager assigns work priorities, provides ongoing clinical supervision, and interprets and enforces policies and procedures.  

B.    Guidelines:  Board, Administrative and program policies, licensure, accreditation, statutory and regulatory standards restrict the position’s discretion in completing job tasks. Staff has the prerogative to propose changes in practice, procedures and policies that affect their team. 

MINIMUM CREDENTIALS/REQUIREMENTS

Master’s Degree in Human Services or a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services and 3 years relevant employment experience in positions that allow equivalency.  Must have valid driver’s license in applicable programs.  Providers utilizing electronic health records and/or other automated/electronic documentation systems are required to have computer and keyboarding experience and skills or the ability to develop such skills within required timeframes in order to meet the level of proficiency set by the agency.Direct Service Providers utilizing electronic/automated documentation systems will be required to undergo a computer and keyboarding assessment test to determine proficiency. All employees in the Prevention Specialist II position must successfully complete required background checks and pre-employment screening.

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Range:

$16.50--$23.10

Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

Medical, dental, and vision health coverageFlexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts403b retirement plan with company matchPaid time off and ten paid holidaysAD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion employee resource groupsContinuing education opportunitiesEmployee Assistance Program

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Centerstone does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our beliefs toward diversity and inclusion.

Our approach to diversity is simple—it’s about embracing everyone. Together, we continue to develop an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our employees. It powers our innovation and connects us closer to each other, to our clients and the communities we serve. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the growing world around us, and where everyone feels empowered, safe and welcomed.