Prevention Specialist

Position Summary:The Prevention Specialist works to empower local communities, promote alcohol/drug-free lifestyles, and build community structures to support such lifestyles. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.Essential Job Functions:Empowers communities to promote alcohol/drug-free lifestyles, and helps to build community structures that support those lifestyles;Encourages and supports coordinated, systemic approaches to the prevention of substance abuse;Creates and sustain systems and structures that discourage substance abuse, reduce its consequences, and encourage healthy behaviors in children, their families, and other adults;Provides general supervision to participants in WestCare Wisconsins program(s) as needed;Reports to immediate supervisor, any unusual incidents that should be brought to the attention of the Program Director, Regional Vice President or the WestCare Foundation;Attends all internal and external team meetings;Maintains all data collection logs on a daily basis;Provides transportation as directed by immediate supervisor;Assists with overall facility maintenance and general housekeeping;Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation;Performs any other duties as assigned.Certifications/Licensures:Certified Prevention Professional certification highly preferred; Preference will be given to those candidates who are currently Certified;Valid drivers license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required;Education:Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is preferred;High School Diploma or equivalent is required.Experience and Competencies:Ability to analyze situations accurately and develop appropriate responses or techniques required;Ability to communicate effectively in order to facilitate programming and relay information to others as part of an interdisciplinary team required;Ability to develop reports, create presentations and communicate finding to both internal and external audiences required;Professional appearance and demeanor required;Two (2) years of experience in a relevant position is highly preferred;Experience in working with high-risk youth and their families preferred;Experience in the creation and delivery of events and public presentations desirable;Knowledge of the Strategic Prevention Framework highly desired;Knowledge of child development, group dynamics, and behavior modification techniques preferred;Knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to prevention and substance abuse preferred;Ability to promote positive, collaborative, and professional working relations among program participants, co-workers and community based stakeholders highly desired;Professional appearance and demeanor required;Must be sensitive to populations served.Working Conditions:Work is primarily performed in an office or indoor setting;Some outdoor activities and travel between multiple locations may be required;Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr WESTCARE WISCONSIN INC