Youth Prevention

Position Summary

The Prevention Specialist will provide substance abuse prevention interventions to youth in a group setting. The goal of these preventions is to provide participants the information and tools necessary to promote prevention and intervention of violent behavior and drug use among youth.

Minimum Requirements

• Must be a High School graduate or GED Equivalent
• Must be willing to work 10-15 hours a week.
• Must be able to adhere to all client related policies and procedures including confidentiality.
• Mental and physical health sufficient to meet the demands of the position.
• Requires a valid Texas Driver's License or State issued ID

Essential Functions

• Provide behavioral training to youth and adults.
• Must adhere to the Code Of Ethical Conduct For Prevention Professionals.
• Document daily activities related to work flow.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Must be able to communicate with youth on sensitive issues regarding violence and substance abuse in an understandable and non-judgmental manner.
• Must have good oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to keep up-to-date and factual documentation and work with a curriculum that has been approved by area stakeholders.
• Able to schedule work activities according to priority.
• Energetic, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards and an appropriate professional image.
• The ability to work independently and effectively under pressure.
• Superior organizational and problem solving skills
• Familiarity with computer programs including Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.

Physical Requirements

Requires sitting, standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.

The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to work with a moderate noise level in the work environment is required.

The occupant may, at times, lift and/or move objects up to 30 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

CompliancePerformance Improvement Program Guidelines:

All Staff must adhere to guidelines established under the CPI Program including performance improvement functions assigned by the Chief Executive Officer that relate to the adoption of and adherence to Center Policies and Procedures.

I have read the above position description and fully understand the requirements set forth therein. I hereby accept the position and agree to abide by the requirements set forth, and will perform all duties and responsibilities to the best of my ability. I also understand that these duties and responsibilities may be modified as the need arises.