What are the responsibilities and job description for the Drug Prevention Coordinator position at Living Skills In the Schools?
About the Role
As a Prevention Coordinator, you are the face and voice of our prevention programs across Palm Beach and South Broward County schools. Your primary focus will be high school students.This is a dynamic, people-centered role perfect for someone who loves building relationships, engaging groups, and creating meaningful learning moments. Your time will be split between in-school delivery and in-office responsibilities, including scheduling, outreach, data tracking, and relationship-building.
If you are a goal-driven mental health professional who thrives at the intersection of education, prevention, and community engagement, this role will give you the opportunity to create lasting impact.
What You’ll Do
(A full job description will be provided upon resume submission.)
- Deliver engaging prevention workshops and presentations for students, parents, and school professionals
- Conduct outreach including cold calls, warm leads, and partnership developmentto grow school participation
- Support schools with student disclosures, interventions, and referral pathways
- Track and report program data to assess outcomes and inform growth
- Balance on-site delivery with in-office tasks such as scheduling and outreach
- Contribute to grant goals and organizational initiatives
- Collaborate with a creative, high-energy team dedicated to making a difference
- Travel to schools across Palm Beach and South Broward Counties (approx. 1 school/day)
Qualifications
- Licensed preferred: LCSW, LMFT, LMHC
- Master’s degree considered
- 1–3 years of experience in school or community behavioral health
- Experience with prevention, youth substance use, or mental health support
- Strong public speaking and outreach skills
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
Who You Are
- A strong, confident communicator who can command a room
- Passionate about prevention, education, and youth mental health
- Goal-oriented, resilient, and comfortable navigating outreach and relationship building
- Knowledgeable about youth substance use, risk/protective factors, and prevention theories (e.g., social norms, social development, health belief)
- Organized and flexible and able to manage multiple environments and responsibilities
- A team player excited to contribute to a mission-driven culture
About Us
We are a mission-driven, heart-centered organization dedicated to preventing youth substance use and strengthening student well-being through education, outreach, and community engagement. Our team works shoulder-to-shoulder in a collaborative, creative environment where passion meets purpose every day.
Our culture is defined by:
- Collaboration – We show up for each other, share ideas freely, and celebrate wins as a team.
- Creativity – We innovate constantly to connect with students, families, and schools in meaningful ways.
- Passion – Our mission isn’t just what we do, it’s who we are.
- Excellence – We set the bar high because students and communities deserve the best.
You’ll be supported by a CEO recognized for her innovation and transformative leadership, someone who remains deeply connected to the mission, the schools, and the team. Her presence, authenticity, and visionary approach create an environment where growth and creativity thrive.
Your direct supervisor, the Program Director, LMFT is a seasoned clinician with expertise in child development and treatment. She leads with clarity, compassion, and a deep understanding of the root causes of youth substance use. Her mentorship style ensures you feel supported, guided, and empowered to deliver impactful prevention services.