Prevention Education Specialist

Center for Youth Services•City of Rochester, NY

8d•$20 - $21

About The Position

A Prevention Education Specialist develops and/or delivers research-based curriculum with fidelity through youth and adult planned sessions and trainings, and promotes the Center’s prevention services. The position also provides outreach by disseminating information about the full array of collaboration services provided by The Center for Youth. The specialist may be called upon to fulfill the duties of the Social Learning Specialist in that person’s absence and may be cross-trained for that position. This is a full-time position scheduled for 37.5 hours per week. Work hours overlap with the school day, and special events or projects may occasionally take place during early evenings. Pay is $20–$21 per hour. A $1,000 sign-on bonus is offered. Offers may be contingent on a background check and on driving-record and automobile-insurance requirements set by the agency’s insurance carrier.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Services, or a related field and 1–3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination.
Valid driver’s license.
Strong literacy and communication skills.
Strong public-speaking skills.
Strong teaching and training skills.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Advanced knowledge of Internet Explorer.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
CPP, ICPS, or CASAC credential, advanced training, or certifications preferred.
Experience in the Rochester City School District preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement needs assessments.
Facilitate trainings.
Develop and maintain resource files and outlines.
Complete accurate and timely records, service documentation, evaluations, and monthly reports.
Design services based on curriculum and Teacher Needs Assessments.
Develop and maintain training aids.
Provide referral-readiness support to teachers.
Conduct outreach and disseminate information.
Complete intake, needs assessment, and service planning.
Transport program participants.