Parenting/Prevention Specialist

2 weeks ago


Saint Petersburg, United States Operation Par Inc. Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

Operation PAR, Inc. is a non-profit organization offering the full continuum of services for individuals with substance use and/or mental health disorders.  PAR has been providing comprehensive behavioral health treatment in west Florida since 1970 through advocacy, education, clinical services, and research.

BENEFITS:

  • 9 paid holidays per year
  • 3 weeks of PTO per year (on top of holidays).  PTO increases to 4 weeks/year after 2 years of employment, and then to 5 weeks/year after 5 years of employment.
  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  • 401k matching
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Continuing education, reimbursement for professional certifications, licensure and qualified supervision.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Provides prevention skills and/or education to participants. Responsibilities include: participating in outreach activities, attending community meetings, public speaking, facilitating education groups, individual and family sessions (per program guidelines), working with both youth & adults; serving as resource for family members and school staff; recruitment and screening of potential participants; timely and accurate completion of required documentation; collaboration and effective communication with PAR staff and other agencies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Knowledge of substance abuse, violence and other prevention strategies and principles
  • Knowledge of culturally competent techniques and strategies
  • Ability to assess and refer appropriately
  • Ability to interact positively and effectively with participants, staff, the community and other agencies
  • Ability to document in a timely, accurate and quality manner
  • Ability to use de-escalation skills with various populations
  • Ability to research and develop prevention activities/curriculum

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited 4-year college in Social Work, Human Services or related field or Bachelor’s Degree in another field plus minimum two years work experience with adolescent age and families. Education and experience in prevention and education preferred.

(A comparable amount of training, education, or experience may be substituted for the above minimum qualifications if regulation requirements for the position are met).

LICENSE, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:

  • Current Florida drivers license (“Class D” may be required)
  • Pass background check and fingerprinting as required by funders


Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability. Veterans encouraged to apply. Operation PAR Inc is a drug-free workplace that adheres to federal regulations as it pertains to marijuana use.

EOE/ADA/VETERANS/DFWP



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