What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outreach Prevention Gambling Specialist position at Hour House?
Hour House in Charleston, IL, is seeking an Outreach Gambling Prevention Specialist to implement community-based prevention, education, and outreach initiatives designed to reduce gambling-related harm and increase awareness of problem gambling resources. This position engages diverse populations through presentations, community partnerships, prevention programming, public awareness campaigns, and resource development. The specialist works collaboratively with schools, community organizations, healthcare providers, employers, and other stakeholders to promote responsible gambling practices and early intervention strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver evidence-based prevention education programs related to gambling disorder and gambling-related harms.
- Conduct presentations, workshops, and training sessions for schools, community groups, employers, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders.
- Provide information regarding risk factors, protective factors, warning signs, and available treatment resources.
- Promote responsible gambling messaging and healthy decision-making skills.
- Establish and maintain partnerships with community organizations, educational institutions, healthcare systems, faith-based organizations, and local businesses.
- Represent the agency at community events, health fairs, conferences, and prevention initiatives.
- Distribute educational materials and resources to target populations.
- Increase public awareness of problem gambling prevention and available support services.
- Assist in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of gambling prevention initiatives and campaigns.
- Identify community needs and develop outreach strategies to address emerging trends and gambling-related concerns.
- Coordinate special events, awareness campaigns, and prevention activities.
- Support grant-funded initiatives and ensure compliance with program objectives.
- Maintain accurate records of outreach activities, presentations, participant attendance, and community contacts.
- Collect and report program outcomes and evaluation data.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports as required by funding sources and agency leadership.
- Utilize data to improve program effectiveness and community engagement.
- Participate in community coalitions, task forces, and prevention networks.
- Advocate for prevention-focused approaches to addressing gambling-related harm.
- Collaborate with treatment providers and referral sources to ensure community members have access to appropriate services.
- Stay current on best practices, research, and trends related to gambling prevention and behavioral health.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Education, Communications, Human Services, or a related field required.
- Experience in prevention, behavioral health, public health, community outreach, education, or related field preferred.
- Experience facilitating presentations and training programs preferred.
- Knowledge of gambling disorder, addiction, mental health, and prevention strategies preferred.
- Strong public speaking and presentation skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to develop and maintain community partnerships.
- Knowledge of prevention science and evidence-based prevention strategies.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data tracking systems.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
- Experience utilizing CANVA platforms
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
- Completed of problem gambling prevention and responsible gambling training as required by funding sources upon hire.
Pay: $47,500 annually
Job Type: Full-Time
Benefits
Hour House offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and work-life balance of our team members. Benefits include:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Your Birthday Off – Celebrate YOU!
- Retirement plan options
- Shift differential for eligible evening and night shifts
- 100% employer-paid life insurance
- Education benefit for continued education
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive, mission-driven work environment
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: Hybrid
Why Join Hour House?
Be part of a committed team working to make a positive impact in our communities. We offer a supportive work culture and the opportunity to contribute to a long-standing organization that values integrity, compassion, and service.
Hour House is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.
Salary : $47,500