What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Prevention Specialist position at HAYMARKET CENTER?
Description
WORK DESCRIPTION:
To provide prevention education and training for designated communities and schools.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Establish relationships with schools, parents, youth and other community stakeholders in program service area.
- Recruit schools to participate in Illinois Youth Survey.
- Execute Communication Campaigns.
- Facilitate Youth Prevention Education in school and community settings.
- Ensure fidelity to evidence-based curricula.
- Provide services and knowledge around substance use / abuse and prevention.
- Participate in ongoing staff development and training.
- Keep current on substance abuse prevention strategies and information.
- Identify resources and establish a referral system within and among community agencies designed to support youth and families.
- Prepare and submit monthly and quarterly statistics, narrative and activity reports.
- Attend all staff meetings and scheduled supervisions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field preferred;
- Valid Illinois Drivers License is required and the ability to drive under the agency’s insurance policy;
- Familiarity with community service area preferred;
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written required;
- Previous experience working with youth and adolescents in a school and/or community setting preferred.
Salary : $17 - $19