What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prevention Specialist- Youth position at Maui Youth & Family Services?
SUMMARY:
Under the general direction of the Clinical Director and administrative direction of the Program Coordinator, the Prevention Specialist facilitates outdoor learning and educational groups to youth in order to prevent substance use. This position also engages families, youth service providers and partner agencies in community settings to reduce risk factors, increase protective factors and increase awareness of community challenges and resources.
BENEFITS:
· Covered medical premiums (agency choice of insurer)
· 11 holidays 1 personal day
· 403(b) agency plan will match 4% of employee gross after 1 year of employment
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Safely facilitate experiential outdoor learning among youth in community settings.
- Deliver education curriculum to youth and engage in both indoor and outdoor group activities.
- Provide direct services in the form of psycho-educational groups at schools and appropriate public and private agencies.
- Make regular contacts with schools, agencies and youth child serving organizations to organize prevention activities for youth.
- Monitor and track activities, document service provision, and provide accurate narrative and demographic information to funding sources.
- Follow through with prospective community partners from initial contact through the completion of services.
- Make referrals to families in cases where youth need additional services.
- Work closely with other departments by establishing a collaborative relationship and marketing the program in a professional manner. (i.e., police, schools and community agencies).
CERTIFICATE/LICENSE/REGISTRATION:
- CPR/FA Certification
- Current driver’s license, clean driving abstract and current car insurance.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and one year working with youth in prevention, recreational or mentoring programs.
- Bachelor’s degree may be substituted with HS/GED and two years of experience working with youth in prevention, recreational or mentoring programs.
- Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) preferred.
Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $22