Prevention Specialist

LRADAC•Columbia, SC

3d•$45,000 - $52,000•Hybrid

About The Position

LRADAC offers a wide array of prevention, intervention and treatment programs in both Lexington and Richland counties, so when you join our team, you are truly improving lives and improving communities. As a part of our dedicated staff, you will be a part of innovative programs and services taking a proactive approach to fighting addiction and drug misuse in our schools, businesses, and neighborhoods. We tailor our programs to meet the ever-changing needs of the communities we serve. Our prevention, intervention and treatment programs spread the message that there is hope and that substance misuse and addiction are preventable and treatable. In this position requires a high degree of self-motivation, creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with others to deliver results on schedule in a fast-paced environment. The Prevention Specialist will help LRADAC’s Community Services Department communicate its mission by working directly with each program in the department. The ideal candidate has excellent organizational, logistical, and project management skills, as well as strong communication and writing skills for a variety of projects and diverse audiences.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in human services or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Certified as prevention specialist through the SC Association of Prevention Professionals and Advocates, or able to complete the certification process within two years of employment.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree with experience in substance use prevention education preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with the development, implementation, and evaluation of the SCORF Prevention Project for internal and external audiences.
Partner with schools and districts in Richland County to deliver evidence-based prevention curricula.
Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including school personnel, community agencies, and partner organizations.
Coordinate and facilitate SCORF prevention programming for youth and adult audiences.
Assess prevention education needs within schools and communities to ensure programming relevance and effectiveness.
Evaluate program implementation and outcomes to ensure alignment with SCORF objectives and prevention best practices.
Support data collection, reporting, and continuous improvement efforts related to prevention programming.
Promote the SCORF Prevention Project internally and externally to increase awareness and participation.
Assist with the coordination, scheduling, and evaluation of referral-based prevention education services.
Assist with information dissemination by identifying appropriate information and materials to be disseminated.
Identify and engage community members and partners for the placement and replenishment of prevention education resources across Richland County.
Provide speaking engagements pertaining to LRADAC and Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs (ATOD) topics as requested.
Prepare and submit required reports.
Attends all required meetings and training sessions.
Other duties as assigned.