What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Specialist position at Alcohol & Drug Awareness Council of Orange County?
Who we are: Alcohol and Drug Awareness Council of Orange County, ADAC, is dedicated to addressing the public health issue of substance use disorder by providing support to those in need through prevention, information, referral, and recovery support services.
Responsibilities:
-Support the Implementation of ADAC IMPACT evidence-based practice model in assigned school district. This includes all areas of the Strategic Prevention Framework to collect a comprehensive assessment of current prevention programs and practices through assigned district.
-Request to join any relevant teams/meetings in school districts and communities to promote this program and the services being offered related to mental health and substance use.
-Meet with key stakeholders in schools and community to conduct key informant interviews relating to mental health and substance use concerns. Examples would include county groups who support youth mental health, school mental health providers, youth serving organizations.
-Work with Team Lead and Prevention Director to develop plans for strategies and programs to address needs assessment relating to mental health and substance use.
-Maintain consistent and regular contact with ADAC management by attending weekly team check ins and one on one supervision.
-Consistent collection of data and entry into assigned program or system. Currently, the system is Score Card through Orange County, but this is subject to change based on the needs of the program.
-Attend all ADAC staff meetings and events. This includes but is not limited to quarterly staff meetings, awareness events such as Red Ribbon Week and Poster and Essay Contest, etc. ADAC staff are expected to attend all ADAC events unless otherwise assigned or requested.
-Attendance at professional development meetings/trainings offered by ADAC as part of the implementation of the grant award. Working towards obtaining a credential in Prevention by working with Prevention Director and Team Lead will be prioritized.
-Attend community coalition meetings if a coalition is already in place and/or help to grow a new or dormant coalition in the assigned community.
-Other duties as assigned to help grow the project and provide for accurate and excellent implementation of the IMPACT program.
Team Perks and Benefits: A year-round schedule doing meaningful work. Opportunity for individual growth through continuing education and professional development.
Join the Best Team in the Prevention Field: ADAC has been a leader in the Orange County Prevention field for more than four decades, starting out as a community coalition and still maintaining a grassroots feel. Our agency prides itself on our dedication to the communities we serve and our reputation for providing excellent service with compassion and professionalism.
Our Values:
Service - We lead with heart. We champion community.
Passion - We love what we do; it fuels our purpose.
Integrity - We honor our commitments to ourselves and those we serve.
Respect - We earn it by giving it because everyone deserves it.
Innovation - We never stop striving to be better, for ourselves and our community.
Transparency - We are committed to openness and honesty in everything we do.
Job Information:
- Full-time position with competitive pay, based on experience and qualifications.
- Benefits package available and includes: options for health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance plans; paid vacation, sick and personal time off; HSA and 403(b) options; mileage reimbursements.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment dedicated to making a positive impact in the community.
If you're passionate about education, community/school partner engagement, and making a difference, we want to hear from you! We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing how you can contribute to our team.
Cover letter (a must). This is a non-exempt position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.73 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Middletown, NY 10941 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25