Youth Prevention
Wellness Pointe•Longview, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
The Prevention Specialist will provide substance abuse prevention interventions to youth in a group setting. The goal of these preventions is to provide participants the information and tools necessary to promote prevention and intervention of violent behavior and drug use among youth.
Requirements
- Must be a High School graduate or GED Equivalent
- Must be willing to work 10-15 hours a week.
- Must be able to adhere to all client related policies and procedures including confidentiality.
- Mental and physical health sufficient to meet the demands of the position.
- Requires a valid Texas Driver's License or State issued ID
- Must be able to communicate with youth on sensitive issues regarding violence and substance abuse in an understandable and non-judgmental manner.
- Must have good oral and written communication skills.
- Must be able to keep up-to-date and factual documentation and work with a curriculum that has been approved by area stakeholders.
- Able to schedule work activities according to priority.
- Energetic, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards and an appropriate professional image.
- The ability to work independently and effectively under pressure.
- Superior organizational and problem solving skills
- Familiarity with computer programs including Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.
Responsibilities
- Provide behavioral training to youth and adults.
- Must adhere to the Code Of Ethical Conduct For Prevention Professionals.
- Document daily activities related to work flow.
- Other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
