Darke Counties

Goodwill Easterseals Miami Valley•Dayton, OH

10d

About The Position

The function of this position is to provide substance abuse prevention and mental health promotion services to community members in a variety of community settings. Collaboration and communication with County ADAMHS, OMHAS, community partners, and GESMV staff are essential in this position. Employees are expected to value the highest ethical standards, quality services, and good customer service. We also value quality communication skills in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary, and multi-agency environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree preferred; high school diploma or GED with relevant experience considered in lieu of degree.
Must have a Prevention license (RA, OCPSA,OPCS, or OCPC) through Ohio Chemical Dependency Board or be willing to pursue training to obtain such licensure.
Maintain up to date CPR and First Aid certification.
Prevention experience or related experience doing community engagement and/or education regarding health and social issues.
Employee must maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record acceptable to Goodwill's liability insurance provider. If at any time the employee is unable to maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record acceptable to GESMV’s liability insurance provider, they must immediately notify Human Resources. Must maintain proof of having auto insurance.
Must maintain the ability to pass a criminal background check and random drug screens.
Excellent communication skills
Must possess the ability to network and collaborate with community partners.
Leadership and mentoring skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Computer skills in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and the ability to access online resources.
Demonstrate initiative as well as the ability to work cohesively within a team.
Ability to show care, warmth, patience, and nurturing to the target.
Displays good customer service skills with clients, internal colleagues, and our community at large.
Work within budget and funder guidelines.
Assist with publicity and outreach activities.
Collect necessary data for outcome reporting.

Responsibilities

Maintains efficient and timely documentation of services and program activities and submits program reports and records within GESMV Behavioral Health guidelines.
Collaborate with schools, civic organizations, church groups, and community organizations to provide information and awareness on a range of prevention topics.
Network with other prevention providers and social service agencies within the region.
Participate in substance use prevention and mental health promotion campaigns such as We Are the Majority, United Against Violence, Be Present, etc.
Participate in County Prevention Coalition meetings and committee meetings.
Participate in health fairs, business expos, parades, and other community events for the purpose of promoting healthy lifestyles and wellness.
Provide training to community members on prevention topics appropriate to expertise, interest, and knowledge.
Attend training, seminars, workshops, and classes to achieve required credentials and continuing education as required by the agency and licensing boards.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director and/or Executive Director to meet program and agency objectives. Performs community outreach, information and referral, and education assignments, as well as consultation services as approved by the supervisor.
Attends community meetings, GESMV staff meetings, in-services, case conferences, supervision sessions, etc., as scheduled.
Comply with all Agency policies, procedures, and safety standards throughout work areas and maintain the same to meet CARF, Department of Labor and other regulatory standards.
Performs other related duties as assigned, including support activities as needed to augment the functioning of the agency.