Community Engagement and Prevention Specialist

Penn State University • University Park, IL

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About The Position

The Community Engagement and Prevention Specialist will serve as a university leader for prevention efforts related to hazing, substance use, and other risk reduction initiatives. The position will develop and implement evidence-informed prevention initiatives related to hazing, substance use, and risk reduction for a wide range of student populations, including, but not limited to, registered student organizations, recreation clubs and intramural sports, fraternities and sororities, athletes, the Blue Band, as well as employees and volunteers who have direct ongoing interaction with students. The position will work within prevention models such as the Strategic Prevention Framework from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration or the Hazing Prevention Framework from StopHazing.org. The position is responsible for collaborating with a variety of staff and offices to ensure prevention efforts related to hazing, substance use, and other risk reduction concerns are met. The role will follow professional standards consistent with evidence-based practice set by relevant professional organizations.

Requirements

• Master's Degree
• 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement evidence-informed prevention initiatives related to hazing, substance use, and risk reduction for a wide range of student populations.
• Collaborate with a variety of staff and offices to ensure prevention efforts related to hazing, substance use, and other risk reduction concerns are met.
• Follow professional standards consistent with evidence-based practice set by relevant professional organizations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Robust retirement plans
• Substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time
• 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level