What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wellness Program Specialist position at David Lawrence Mental Health Center?
Job Title: Wellness Program Specialist - Children's Education Services
Location: Naples, Florida
Company: David Lawrence Centers For Behavioral Health
Job Type: Full-Time Hourly/Non-Exempt Position
Schedule: Monday-Friday, Target Standard Business Hours - Night/Weekend Hours (Time Flexed) For Events/Team/Client Needs
Hiring Incentives: Immediate PTO Accrual, Full Benefits W/401k Match, Professional Development & Tuition Assistance, EAP & Wellness Programs.
Job Summary:
The Wellness Program Specialist delivers community-based prevention and education services for children, adolescents, and families, with a focus on substance use awareness. Leads presentations, facilitates groups, and partners with schools and community organizations to promote wellness and resources.
***This position requires a high-level of comfort and enthusiasm regarding public speaking to a variety of audiences. ***
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing substance use disorder prevention services, including events/activities, for the community.
- Public speaking duties to educate on current prevention trends, up-to-date tools and available resources pertaining to substance use disorder awareness.
- Participating in health fairs and community coalitions.
- Facilitating educational groups on a variety of relevant substance use disorder topics.
- Providing services on all DLC campuses and in at locations such as schools, community organizations and partners.
- Working as part of a multi-faceted Wellness Team and in conjunction with other DLC Programs as needed.
- Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor of Wellness Programs.
- This position involves local county travel.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in behavioral science or a related field = Required
- Spanish Bilingual = Strongly Preferred
- Ability to work a flexible schedule based on event and Program needs = Required
- At least one year of experience working with children/adolescents in a behavioral healthcare setting = Required
- Valid, current and clean FL Driver's License for travel = Required
- Efficient, empathetic and evocative communication skills = Required
- Ability to work with a wide variety of age groups = Required
- Comfort with and compassion shown while relating to diverse backgrounds and cultures = Required
- Dual professional personalities in being able to both work as a team player AND be self-motivated = Required
- Ability to ensure that all activities are managed according to DLC policies and procedures = Required
- Microsoft Office 365 skills (Including Teams/Video Conferencing) and Electronic Medical Records experience = Strongly Preferred
- Staying compliant on all training and immunizations.
- Ability to pass Level II DCF Mental Health Fingerprinting (General Information can be found HERE), Drug Screen and Local Criminal Check
Physical Requirements:
This position requires a mix of physical activities throughout the workday. Duties involve periods of standing, sitting, and walking, often across various areas of the site. The role also includes tasks that may require bending, reaching, and other physical movements. Candidates must be able to occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. A reasonable level of physical stamina and mobility is necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this role