Prevention Coordinator

Crossroads Youth & Family Services Inc • Norman, OK

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About The Position

Crossroads Youth & Family is seeking a Prevention Coordinator for its Tecumseh Road Location in Norman. Under the supervision of the Director of Programs and Services, plans and performs prevention services that include processing referrals; individual, family and group counseling; assessments, and psycho-educational groups. Collaborates with the juvenile justice system, schools and local communities to deliver these services. Subscribes to and practices the professional ethics of his or her respective discipline.

Here is your chance to make a difference in a child's life, to help families, and to build relationships while working in a fun, challenging environment that fosters teamwork, encourages leadership, and inspires professional excellence.

Requirements

• Completion of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology, Social Work, Human Relations, Education or related field with an emphasis in youth services required.
• Experience in program administration, budgeting, and statistical analysis with no less than one (1) year post bachelors in a community agency.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License, must be willing to use their personal vehicle and maintain acceptable liability insurance
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Must be computer literate and have accurate typing skills as well as the ability to operate a variety of office equipment
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, problem-solving, interpersonal and analytical skills required
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen and tuberculosis test.
• A Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation background check is required.
• Must be found to be free from any physical, mental or emotional conditions, determined by a qualified physician and/or psychologist, which with or without accommodation might affect the ability of the employee to perform essential job functions.
• The position may require prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities.
• Additionally, the position requires lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling up to 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• plans and performs prevention services that include processing referrals
• individual, family and group counseling
• assessments
• psycho-educational groups
• Collaborates with the juvenile justice system, schools and local communities to deliver these services
• Subscribes to and practices the professional ethics of his or her respective discipline

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefit plans with some employer paid benefits
• Life insurance & long term disability insurance
• 401(k) savings plan

What This Job Offers

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