Wellness and Prevention Coordinator

The Town of East Lyme is seeking a Wellness and Prevention Coordinator to join its Youth, Family and Human Services Department.

SUMMARY:

East Lyme Youth and Family Services is seeking a responsible, organized, and passionate individual. Under the general supervision of the Director of Youth and Family Services, this individual will lead the Youth Coalition, manage the Local Prevention Council grant, provide prevention and positive youth development programs for youth, and coordinate and address the social and emotional needs of people of all ages in the communities of East Lyme and Salem.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Work is performed under the general direction of the department Director.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: N/A

CLASSIFICATION & HOURS OF WORK: This is a union position within the United Public Service Employees Union, working 37.5 hours per week based on departmental and program needs.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

· Act as chair of the East Lyme Youth Coalition.

· Manage the Local Prevention Council Grant.

· Collaborate with the director and coalition to formulate initiatives to help increase awareness and education on various topics impacting people of all ages and their families.

· Prepare alternative grant funding for the community.

· Create positive youth development programs that help reduce risk and strengthen protective factors.

· Develop social media and public relations campaigns.

· Coordinate prevention and education programs that promote the engagement of healthy behaviors, decision making, and development of knowledge and skills.

· Provide youth leadership programs that encourage teamwork, decision making, problem solving, and increased self-efficacy.

· Promote positive mental health activities that foster the emotional well-being and self-awareness of people of all ages.

· Implement parent, guardian, and community forums on a variety of wellness topics.

· Collaborate on activities and events with the schools, library, Parks and Recreation, senior center, Police, and other local organizations.

· Oversee the Viking Mentoring Program.

· Recruit and train mentors.

· Attend local, regional, and state prevention meetings.

· Represent Youth and Family Services in the community.

*****The duties listed above are intended only as illustrative of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position*****

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

· Master’s degree in human services, community psychology, public health, counseling, social work, or related field.

· Two (2) years of work-related experience.

· Strong knowledge base in substance abuse prevention and mental health.

· Experience working with youth, adults, and families.

· Outstanding written and oral communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.

· Ability to establish goals, manage timelines, budgeting, grant writing, and monitor progress and deliverables, and reporting.

· Ability to work evenings and weekends on occasion.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and listen. The employee is occasionally required to walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to handle difficult people in an effective and appropriate manner. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and other office equipment.

PAY AND BENEFITS:

• Hourly wage is based on Grade 2 of the Admin Personnel wage scale starting at $28 per the United Public Service Employees Union (UPSEU) Collective Bargaining Agreement. A copy of the UPSEU contract can be found on the Human Resources page of the Town of East Lyme website.

******This job description does not constitute an employment agreement or contract between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as requirements of the job change. The order in which Essential Functions and Qualifications Profile are meant only for reference and do not necessarily represent any order of magnitude.******

To apply, visit Human Resources - Town of East Lyme (eltownhall.com), or submit an Application along with resume and cover letter to hrmanager@eltownhall.com.

As an equal opportunity employer, the Town of East Lyme does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, disability (including pregnancy), status as a Veteran, or any classification protected by state or federal law

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28