Drug and Alcohol Intervention Specialist

RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Drug & Alcohol and Education

JOB SUMMARY

The Prevention and Intervention Specialist provides prevention, education, outreach, and intervention services to youth, adults, and families in community, school-based, and agency settings. This position promotes healthy decision-making and substance use prevention through individual, group, and family interventions, educational programming, and community engagement activities. The successful candidate must be a self-motivated, dependable professional who can work independently, manage multiple responsibilities, and perform effectively with minimal supervision.

JOB STATUS

Full-Time, Non-Exempt

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with schools, community agencies, and other stakeholders to support service delivery and resource coordination.
2. Facilitates educational presentations, workshops, prevention groups, and training sessions for youth, adults, families, and community members.
3. Provides individual, group, and family intervention services consistent with program goals and evidence-based practices.
4. Maintains a minimum of 25 billable service hours per week, as required by program standards.
5. Conducts drug and alcohol screenings, assessments, and referral services to appropriate treatment and support resources.
6. Plans, coordinates, and implements social, cultural, recreational, and educational activities designed to increase awareness of substance abuse and related behavioral health concerns.
7. Conducts outreach and recruitment activities to engage high-risk and underserved populations.
8. Distributes educational materials and provides information regarding alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs (ATOD), overdose prevention, problem gambling, and related wellness topics.
9. Provides consultation and support services to Student Assistance Programs (SAP) and school-based initiatives as assigned.
10. Ensures strict confidentiality of client information in accordance with applicable federal, state, and agency regulations.
11. Completes and maintains participant documentation, program records, data collection, and required monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on time.
12. Provides transportation assistance for participants when appropriate and authorized by agency policy.
13. Performs additional duties and special projects as assigned to support program operations and organizational objectives.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Completes and maintains a minimum of 25 hours of professional development and training annually.
2. Maintains regular communication with supervisors and colleagues to ensure effective program coordination and service delivery.
3. Assists in developing, implementing, and evaluating prevention and educational programming.
4. Remains current on evidence-based prevention, intervention, counseling techniques, and best practices for working with youth, adults, and families.
5. Maintains an updated directory of community resources and referral networks available to clients and families.
6. Demonstrates sensitivity, empathy, and professionalism when addressing clients' diverse needs and challenges.
7. Utilizes strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and organizational skills in all aspects of job performance.
8. Demonstrates proficiency in computer applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, email systems, internet-based platforms, and electronic recordkeeping systems.
9. Maintains knowledge of the juvenile justice system, substance use and addiction trends, ATOD pharmacology, FERPA and HIPAA confidentiality requirements, DDAP guidelines, and other applicable laws and regulations.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this position, the employee must regularly communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. The employee frequently stands, walks, sits, bends, reaches, and uses hands and arms to perform job-related tasks. The position may require transporting materials, equipment, or participants and the ability to lift, move, or assist with weights of up to 175 pounds when necessary. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Clear communication skills, professional appearance, and the ability to interact respectfully with clients, staff, and community partners are essential. Travel within the service area is required.

A Master’s Degree is preferred. Candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, social science, or a related field, plus at least 3 years of experience working with youth, families, and adults, or a minimum of 5 years of such experience. Essential qualifications include knowledge of the criminal and juvenile justice systems, adult probation, and parole. Applicants must have reliable transportation, a valid Pennsylvania driver's license, and current PA auto insurance.
All required clearances must be up to date, including Act 33/34 Child Abuse Clearance, Pennsylvania 
Criminal History Clearance, and FBI Clearance.
This job reflects the assignment of essential and other responsibilities of this position. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may
be assigned.

Salary : $19 - $21