DASEP Specialist - Jonesboro

Arisa Health•Jonesboro, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Arisa Health is seeking candidates to fill a Drug and Alcohol Safety Education Program (DASEP) Specialist position in Jonesboro, AR. The person who fills this position will be providing substance abuse education and serving the court system. Arisa Health is Arkansas' largest and most comprehensive nonprofit behavioral health provider. Formed by the affiliation of 4 long-standing Arkansas community mental health centers, Arisa Health leads with exceptional care that nurtures health and well-being for all. Arisa provides outpatient services, Crisis services and emergency screening, substance abuse counseling, intensive children services, intensive adult services, medical services, and residential services in 41 Arkansas counties. This position is classified as full- time, non-exempt (hourly) and reports to the Program Manager.

Requirements

Candidates should have experience in the psychology or criminal justice field.
Candidates must be proficient with computers including Microsoft Word and Excel programs
must have excellent communication skills.
The ability to address individuals as well as groups is required.
Candidates must be able to facilitate educational classes and interact in virtual (Zoom) or in-person classrooms.
High school diploma or equivalent required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent computer skills

Nice To Haves

An associate's degree is preferred
Experience with substance abuse treatment is preferred
Fluency in English and Spanish is preferred
Should have considerable knowledge of community resources and services available to children and families

Responsibilities

Responsible for recruiting, screening, interviewing and training volunteers in their assigned counties to serve as advocates
Assist volunteers in all aspects of advocacy
Complete appropriate records and documentation.