What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prevention Specialist YPU Program Full-Time position at Iris Family Support Center?
Full-Time Position Available
Prevention Specialist
Futuros Brillantes YPU Program (Val Verde County)
- Seeking highly motivated and responsible individual that wants to work in the field of drug prevention and provide services to youth attending elementary, middle, and high schools throughout Val Verde County.
Founded in 1982 in Laredo, Texas, SCAN is a leading provider of social services in South Texas. SCAN's Futuros Brillantes YPU Program was established to provide comprehensive substance use and misuse prevention services to male and female students in 1st – 12th grade and who are at-risk of becoming involved with alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs. The Futuros Brillantes Program utilizes the LifeSkills Curriculum and links program participants to available resources to meet their comprehensive needs.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Conduct ongoing outreach in the community, to let youth, adults, agencies, and organizations know about the program and the services that it provides.
- Screen participants for program eligibility.
- Provide referrals to meet the comprehensive needs of participants.
- Provide curriculum-based education sessions to participants.
- Provide alcohol, tobacco, and other drug (ATOD) presentations and positive alternative activities to youth and adults.
- Accurately document all activities and services provided.
Qualifications:
- A high school diploma or GED is required.
- An associate's or bachelor's degree in the behavioral sciences is preferred; however, degrees in other fields will be considered.
- Prior paid or volunteer experience working with youth is preferred.
- Be knowledgeable of local social service agencies.
- Very good English skills (speaking, reading, and writing) are required.
- Good bilingual skills (English and Spanish) are a plus, but not required.
- Must have good computer skills.
- A valid TX driver's license, insurance, and reliable transportation are required.
Work Schedule and Compensation:
- Flexible work schedule is 7:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
- Salary: $16-$17 per hour depending on qualifications and work experience.
Benefits for this Full-Time Position Include:
- Paid Health amp; Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation amp; Sick Leave
- 401K Retirement Plan
- Bi-weekly Pay (direct deposit)
- Dental and Vision Insurance Coverage available at minimal cost
- Detailed Orientation and Ongoing Job Training Provided
- Great Work Environment
Deadline: Until position is filled.
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Salary : $16 - $17