Prevention Specialist

Centerstone is among the nation's leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people's lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position Summary: Facilitates psychoeducational prevention services for youth at schools and other youth-focused organizations. Must be highly motivated, self-directed and have a good time management. Requires excellent team building and communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in related field. Candidate must possess a valid Florida Driver's License in good standing, with their own vehicle and current auto insurance.

Preferred Qualification: Prevention Specialist Certification and experience in mental health or classroom setting preferred.

Special Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Highly motivated, self-directed, excellent time management

Essential Job Functions: Reports to work as scheduled on a daily basis and performs assigned duties to ensure the smooth operation of the department.

Provide knowledge and increase awareness of the nature and extent of alcohol and drug use.

Educate the community about treatment programs and services.

Educate the community about life skills, social skills, problem-solving, communication skills and peer resistance.

Establish working relationships with other community providers to strengthen the program.

Document and maintain records of contacts and presentations.

Public Speaking.

Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works inside. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being, and work output of students. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, depending on the nature of the assigned course. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; occasionally walk and stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to be able to hear.

Position Type, Expected Hours of Work and Travel: This is a full-time position, and the expected work hours are 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday - 8:30-5:00. Some early morning, evening and weekend hours when needed. Travel is required.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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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 coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and ten paid holidays
• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Employee Resource Groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee 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.

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