What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prevention Specialist--Keokuk, IA position at Alcohol and Drug Dependency Services of Southeast Iowa?
Job Title: Prevention Specialist--Keokuk IA
FLSA Status: Exempt
Qualifications: B.A. in health sciences field or education preferred; minimum one year of experience in the substance use disorder field or teaching preferred. Valid driver’s license with good driving record required. Current certification in the field of Prevention or obtain Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) certification within 18 months of employment. Completion of Urine Specimen Collection Certification, Breath Alcohol Technician Certification, Mandatory Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Reporting Certification, Certification in Evidence Based Curricula, and Prime for Life Certification training within six months of hire.
Reporting Supervisor: Prevention Supervisor
Duties:
- Prevention Framework to deliver Prevention Intervention Strategies and Activities across the lifespan, using Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF)
- Required online tracking information with data entered in on a weekly basis AND accurate and timely.
- Provide Technical Assistance and Evidence Base Programming to the Area School Systems and Education Agencies, Institutions of Higher Education, and Community Partners and Coalitions in Service Area.
- Develop and conduct programs as outlined by the specific grants assigned.
- Teach Driving Unimpaired classes within assigned service county.
- Keep accurate records of the work done and submit to the Prevention Supervisor for reporting to the State and Board of Directors.
- Provide urinalysis testing, breath alcohol testing, and office coverage as needed.
- Provide necessary services as outlined in the specific grants assigned.
- Other duties as assigned.
Hours of Work: The work week is forty hours and involves some travel, evenings and weekends. To complete the tasks at hand, the hours are adjustable within the current pay period upon consultation with supervisor.
Work Environment: Office and community setting with minimal exposure to noise or temperature variation. Changing environment based on presentation site.
Physical Demands: Frequent periods of sitting; frequent use of computer monitor requiring visual acuity; occasional lifting, standing, bending. Extended periods of standing when delivering presentations.
VALUES:
Ethical
- All my actions, behaviors and decisions will be ethical, legal and in full compliance with all applicable laws and regulations; I will maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
Non-Judgmental
- I will not judge others based on stereotypes or make negative assumptions.
Respectful
- I will be professional, respectful, and courteous in all forms of communication.
- I will listen respectfully to others and work cooperatively for a satisfactory outcome.
Integrity
- I will act with integrity and honesty in all interactions, communications and decisions.
Client-Focused
- I will perform my work with the best interest of our clients at heart.
Heart
- I will perform my job with “heart”, displaying a positive attitude focused on teamwork to achieve ADDS’ MISSION.
MISSION: To support the recovery of individuals affected by behavioral health conditions, using high quality prevention, peer support, education, treatment and rehabilitation resulting in a lifetime of recovery.
Pay: From $41,733.00 per year
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid jury duty
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
License/Certification:
- Drivers License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $41,733