PREVENTION SPECIALIST
hereford independent school districtHereford, TX
PREVENTION SPECIALIST
L4
hereford independent school districtHereford, TXtoday
Occupations
Health Education SpecialistsSubstance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder CounselorsMental Health and Substance Abuse Social WorkersIndustries
Child and Youth ServicesOther Individual and Family ServicesAdministration of Public Health ProgramsPrevention Specialist The Prevention Specialist is to provide Youth Universal Prevention Services that promote a proactive process to address health and wellness to broad populations without consideration of individual differences in risk for substance use or misuse for youth, families, and communities by enhancing protective factors that increase knowledge, skills, and attitudes for making healthy choices. Universal prevention strategies target individuals due to potentially problematic behaviors and/or related risk factors that place the individual at an elevated risk for substance use and misuse.
Qualifications
Education/Certification:
- Bachelor's Degree preferred or relevant experience.
- Must be willing to complete all training requirements in the areas of Substance Abuse Prevention.
- Ability to read and understand program requirements.
- Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Excellent public speaking skills and ability to create engaging presentations.
- Effective organizational, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to use a personal computer and software to develop spreadsheets, databases, word processing, and data entry, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Must have reliable transportation and have a valid driver's license.
Experience:
One to three years experience preferred in the areas of counseling, social work, and/or substance abuse prevention serving youth, adults, and/or families.
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Level
MidL4
Location
Hereford, TX
Occupation
Health Education Specialists
Industry
Child and Youth Services
Posted
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