Cenikor’s Value Proposition – What’s In It for You?:

• PURPOSE in your work – service to others, giving back to your community, helping to save lives, being fulfilled at work.
• COMPETITIVE PAY, BENEFITS, PAID TIME OFF, $2k - $4k TUITION REIMBURSEMENT, up to 10% 401K and BONUSES – we hire and reward high performers.
• STABILITY and GROWTH – more than 55 years in business – our strong financial processes support our drive to serve more people and ensure stability for our team members.
• CONTINUOUS LEARNING and PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT – we are committed to developing our leaders in their desired career path and promoting from within. We have Cenikor Career Pathways Program that you can join after 90 days of employment. We also have an annual leadership development program with assigned mentors to help you achieve your professional goals.
• The work we do isn’t easy. If you like to work hard, to serve others and to have FUN with your team while achieving goals, Cenikor will be the right place for you!

Cenikor is a non-profit organization and one of the largest substance use treatment centers in the nation. We are currently seeking a Full-time Prevention Specialist for our prevention program. Prevention Services will be held in and around the counties of Hays, Caldwell, Travis and Williamson. SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

***We offer full medical/dental/vision/life insurance benefits a 401k employer contribution of up to 10% tuition reimbursement of 2k annually 280 hours of PTO other great benefits***

JOB SUMMARY: The Prevention Specialist provides direct services to youth and adults, groups, individuals, families, and community partners. Services include group and classroom facilitation of prevention use and misuse information, health and wellness topics, classroom presentations, positive activities, problem identification and referral, and community mobilization efforts. Assist in evaluation of program effectiveness to meet defined Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) objectives and quarterly and annual goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Direct Services

Traveling to schools in the San Marcos and Austin area. Mileage is reimbursed.

Provide substance use and misuse educational programs to youth grades 1-12 in school and community settings.

Screen youth for curriculum education groups, and identify needs for referrals to outside agencies.

Provide tobacco, alcohol and substance use awareness presentations for youth and adults through.

National or State Campaigns-Red Ribbon Week, National Drug Facts Week and other similar events.

Participate in program evaluation on an ongoing basis.

Provide positive activities to youth and adults on health and wellness topics.

Participate in community mobilization efforts through local health fairs, schools and at other events sponsored by local partners.

Serve as a Cenikor representative to assigned schools and community partners.

Establish and maintain positive professional relationships with schools and community partners.

Administration

Document and maintain program files according to federal, state, and Cenikor guidelines.

Report on a monthly and quarterly basis HHSC program measures and curriculum outcomes for attainment of program goals.

Attend and participate in Team meetings and supervision meetings with Prevention Manager.

Maintain compliance with federal and state regulatory standards as well as contract standards and Cenikor policies an

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION:

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Excellent oral communication skills to convey information effectively, in small or large groups.
• Proven ability to establish effective working relationships with communities.
• Strong organizational (time management), and problem-solving skills to meet deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks as directed by Federal contract.
• Effective communication and networking skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to consistently uphold the Core Principles of Cenikor’s Culture with all team members:Demonstrate mission of service to our clients

Positive, respectful communication with both team Members and participants
Demonstrate self-motivation and perseverance to achieve goals
Role model appropriate, professional behaviors including appropriate boundaries
Work effectively as part of a team, helping to set up others for success

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Education or another related field required

Experience:

• Previous experience working with Hispanic population and ability to have conversations with populations that speak the Spanish language preferred

Licensure:

• Valid Driver’s License required

IMPORTANT NOTES:

DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: On the road