About the position
Aliviane Inc. is committed to providing treatment to members of our community who struggle with substance abuse. Through substance use and mental health services, education, and awareness we help people recover from addiction as they embrace their voice, discover their journey, and engage their community. The success of our mission is made possible by the skills and contributions of our diverse team. Become a part of a unique organization that is spearheading substance use treatment in Texas. Become a part of Aliviane! The Prevention Specialist is responsible for providing youth training using the evidence-based curriculum, prevention presentations, and positive alternative activities to the community in support of program services. Work requires that staff promote proactive processes to address and promote health and wellness for individuals, families, and communities by enhancing protective factors and by precluding negative factors that place individuals at risk for substance abuse.
Responsibilities
- Communicates with Program Director/Lead Prevention Specialist and assists in coordinating program activities with service providers, school districts, and community.
- Represents the agency and speaks before the public and the private sector.
- Implements and is familiar with key measures for reporting purposes and maintains appropriate CSAP strategies pertaining to program design.
- Provides youth training using the evidence-based curriculum to program attendees.
- Administers surveys to participants and appropriate referrals if needed.
- Provides problem identification and referrals to appropriate community-based agencies.
- Complies with implementation plan activities.
- Documents attendance and participation on time in compliance with agency policies and procedures.
- Provides information about prevention of alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use; keeping current with literature and developments in the field.
- Attends specific training in the curriculum implemented for prevention education/skills training before facilitating sessions independently.
- Prepares and maintains records as required and administers consent forms and participant files in a timely manner.
- Participates in agency-wide activities as needed in order to meet the goals and objectives of the organization.
- Maintains good work habits through timeliness and low absenteeism.
- Responds to all communication from both internal and external sources in a timely manner.
Requirements
- Associate degree in psychology, education, sociology, or related field; have designation of APS or achieve within 20 months of employment.
- 2-4 Years Experience.
- Any combination of education and experience that can be demonstrated to be applicable to the duties listed in the job description.
Nice-to-haves
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance and 401(k)
- Generous paid time off, extended illness leaves, and paid holidays
- Mental Health Hours
- Excellent growth and development opportunities
- Satisfying and rewarding work helping clients overcome substance abuse
- Company-paid benefits such as life insurance and short-term disability
