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David Lawrence Center
Naples, FL | Full Time
$46k-77k (estimate)
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Community Education Specialist - Mental Health/Substance Use
$46k-77k (estimate)
Full Time | Ambulatory Healthcare Services 3 Weeks Ago
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David Lawrence Center is Hiring a Community Education Specialist - Mental Health/Substance Use Near Naples, FL

~ SIGN-ON BONUS ~ PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & TUITION PROGRAMS ~

- Full-Time Salaried/Exempt Position
~ Monday-Friday, Target Standard Business Hours
~ Occasional Night/Weekend hours needed for events; flex time provided
~ Local Travel (reimbursed) is required in Southwest Florida
~ Potential for hybrid work setting (in office and from home), when appropriate, after Initial Employment Period

- COMPREHENSIVE benefits outside of competitive salary include:
~ Exciting 401(k) w/ Employer Match
~ Employer Paid Life/AD&D
~ Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
~ Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
~ Diverse discounts with local businesses
~ DLC-sponsored Health & Wellness Initiatives Including EAP

POSITION DETAILS:

- Utilizing strong public speaking skills, enthusiasm and research abilities to develop engaging training content/programs.

- Scheduling and coordinating prevention-focused activities for youth in the community with the support of the Advancement team.

- Researching and developing educational presentations to meet community requests under the direction of the Education & Prevention Manager.

- Cross-training with the Prevention Services Team to provide additional support in offering educational services for youth in the community.

- Creatively developing games and activities that will engage youth in learning valuable life skills.

- Facilitating Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) trainings in Collier and surrounding counties.***

- Undertaking additional certifications in other evidence-based content, as needed.

- Managing DLC listings in the Collier CARES app/website, including community events and trainings.

- Working closely with the Marketing Team to promote trainings and educational opportunities.

- Attending various community coalitions and groups with a youth focus to build partnerships and expand networks.

- Tabling community events to highlight DLC Youth/Prevention Services (in-person and virtual).

- Becoming a subject matter expert on DLC programs and referral processes.

- Promoting services in the community and linking individuals/referral partners with appropriate channels to receive care.

- Other duties as assigned by Education & Prevention Manager.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

- Bachelor's Degree in related field (education, marketing, advertising, communications, etc.) from accredited institution = Required

- Strong, efficient and emphatic public speaking skills = Required

- Knowledge of mental health challenges and substance use disorders = Required

- Ability to demonstrate superior stewardship and customer service skills both internally and externally = Required

- Ability to work with a wide variety of age groups = Required

- Comfort with and compassion shown with regard to diverse backgrounds and cultures = Required

- The ability to prioritize teamwork and working with others for a common goal, while being self-motivated to complete tasks independently = Required

- Previous experience with a non-profit or community behavioral health setting = Preferred

- Spanish Bilingual = Preferred

- Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructor Certification = Preferred (***If Instructor Certification is not yet obtained, applicant agrees to complete within 6 months of Employment Date).

- A genuine interest in and passion for DLC's mission = Required

- Valid Florida Driver's License and clean driving record = Required

- Microsoft Office 365/Teams/Video Conferencing = Required

- Staying up to date with all trainings and immunizations = Required

- Ability to pass a DCF Level II Mental Health Fingerprint Screening, Drug Test and local Criminal Check = Required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $49,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Relocation assistance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

  • Ability to pass Level II DCF/AHCA Fingerprinting, Drug Screen and Local Background Check Including Employment References

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

  • Non-Profit: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Microsoft 365/Teams: 1 year (Required)
  • Mental Health/SUD: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

INDUSTRY

Ambulatory Healthcare Services

SALARY

$46k-77k (estimate)

POST DATE

04/27/2024

EXPIRATION DATE

08/24/2024

WEBSITE

dlcmhc.com

HEADQUARTERS

Naples, FL

SIZE

100 - 200

INDUSTRY

Ambulatory Healthcare Services

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