Prevention Specialist

• Warren, PA, USA
• 15.82 - 17.10 per hour
• Hourly
• Full Time
• Comprehensive Benefits Package

SUMMARY

Responsible for planning and implementing prevention and intervention outreach activities in Warren and Forest Counties with the assistance of the Prevention Specialists, Tobacco Prevention Specialists, and SAP Liaisons. This involves assisting with data collection and program development/implementation in order to minimize the abuse of drugs, alcohol, tobacco, and gambling. Work is performed in accordance with established regulations, policies and procedures but the employee is expected to exercise initiative and independent judgment in discharging duties. The Supervisor of Prevention Services assists with the planning, conducting and facilitation of education and information programs concerning the identification of chemical abuse behaviors and problem gambling. Through utilization of various media techniques, drug, alcohol, tobacco, and gambling education information is effectively disseminated throughout the community. This individual provides instruction to school students in coping skills, decision making, self-concept and self-esteem in order to improve their ability to function and relate to others. The Supervisor of Prevention Services is to provide support sessions and group sessions for students on an as needed basis, and assists them in accessing D&A services and other community resources in order to address identified needs. The Supervisor of Prevention Services will oversee all prevention activities within the Counties that the program serves including tobacco prevention, gambling prevention, and Student Assistance. To accomplish this, they will work closely with the other prevention staff within the area to provide guidance and assist in developing a quality prevention program.

QUALIFICATIONS

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

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor's degree in Human Services field or;
• A bachelor's degree in a non-human service related field with 1 year of paid experience with children or teens and three years of experience in the ATOD Prevention Field.
• Must also demonstrate knowledge in the following areas:
  • Understanding of the current developments in the ATOD and Gambling Fields.
• Knowledge of problems in the schools and community in relation to ATOD consumption and illegal gambling.
• Knowledge of school district organizational structure, curriculum. Policies and practices.
• Knowledge of health impacts relating to ATOD consumption.
• Knowledge of community impact from problem gambling.
• Knowledge of alcohol highway safety laws and their application.
• Demonstrate ability to gather data in order to compose advertising and educational literature and deliver speeches on Alcohol, Tobacco, Drug, and Gambling, topics.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Demonstrate ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with the general public.
• Demonstrate ability to lead others to become successful within the prevention field.

BENEFITS:

• Excellent Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Personal Days
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (if you are eligible)
• Verizon Wireless Discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• And More!

About Us

The phrase Beacon Light actually refers to two distinct companies:
Beacon Light Behavioral Health System (BLBHS) and Beacon Light Adult Residential Services (BLARS).

Together they provide mental health services to adults, children and families in both community-based and residential settings. Individually, BLARS primarily provides residential programs for adults, while BLBHS provides community-based and residential programs for children, as well as community-based programs for adults.