Youth Mentor

Riveon Mental Health and Recovery (Formerly The LCADA Way and The Nord Center) is currently recruiting for a Prevention Educator/Specialist to work as a Project AMP (Amplifying Our Futures) Youth Mentor.

Summary:
The Prevention Educator/Prevention Specialist is responsible for providing routine AOD and other prevention services including, but not limited to, information dissemination, education, problem identification and referral. This position will act as a youth mentor through Project AMP. Project AMP is geared to adolescents and young adults who have exhibited risk factors related to alcohol or other drug use.

The LCADA Way prevention services include: Botvin Lifeskills, Building Blocks, Eduvention Juvenile Diversion, Carevention Family Intervention, Comprehensive School Prevention, Drug-Free Workplace Safety Programs, HIV/AIDS Prevention, Parent to Parent educational support, Staff and Parent trainings and Teen Support Groups.

Essential Functions:
Responsible for providing prevention services in community and school-based settings. Records services provided in prevention log. Completing and registering all reports and billing statements for each prevention service. Administering and registering outcome and satisfaction surveys. Contact with the referral source following each service provided. Development/adaptation of prevention curriculums to match community needs. Staffing agency educational booth at community events and health/wellness fairs. Assisting treatment programs as necessary. Completion of all CQI data collection and implementation of all CQI corrective actions as assigned. Monthly participation in Utilization Review and Peer Review Programs. Other duties as assigned.

Project AMP Youth Mentor Qualities: Strong sense of commitment and desire to participate in the project; open-minded about various pathways to substance use prevention and recovery and how different approaches work for different people; maintains a nonjudgmental stance when working with youth and discussing recovery pathways; desire to help youth pursue different life experiences than those they experienced in the context of their substance use disorder.

General Requirements:
Must adhere to the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board's Chemical Dependency Code of Ethics, demonstrate an understanding of addiction as an illness. Must have the ability to effectively work with Agency employees, outside contacts, and a diverse client population. Must have the ability to work independently and as part of a team to promote a healthy environment for our clients. Excellent verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills required. Good computer skills required.

One year of experience in addiction prevention or related work with youth and/or families preferred. Must have lived experience or have been personally affected by addiction within their life, family, significant other, etc.

Educational Requirements:
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate Degree or higher preferred.

Certification Requirements:
Registered Applicant endorsement or OCSPA with the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board required. OCPSI or higher credential preferred.

If Registered Applicant, must achieve OCPSA Prevention certification within two years of employment.

Amount of Travel: Moderate, mostly confined to local travel.

Hours: Full-Time, 40 hours per week. Some evenings and occasional weekends may be required.

Salary Range: Salary commensurate with licensure and experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Drug Free Workplace.

Benefits Package for Full-Time Employees Includes:

• Medical Insurance with Prescription Benefits
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Company sponsored Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) with Debit Cards
• Company funded Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Term Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance available
• Employee Assistance Program

About Riveon Mental Health and Recovery

Our customers discover their path to recovery with us—where help is always here, always ready. As their single point of access to the full spectrum of behavioral health services, we’re here for our communities 24/7, offering immediate support and continuous care for every age and diagnosis. Helping individuals find the help they need in one place, in an environment where they always belong.

Brand Values:

Our unconditional commitment to the quality of care and the way care is provided by our staff and experienced by our clients and the community is reflected in our brand pillars:

• COLLABORATION: We believe in the strength of partnership, where professionals from different disciplines work together to address the complex needs of our clients.
• COMPASSION: We believe in treating everyone with empathy, kindness, and understanding.
• DIGNITY: We believe in ensuring all clients feel valued and respected as they improve their overall health and well-being.
• EXCELLENCE: We believe in delivering evidenced-based behavioral health services, where and when you need it, with a dedicated, high-quality staff.
• INCLUSIVENESS: We believe in creating a warm and inviting atmosphere, where every individual has equitable access to care.
• EMPOWERMENT: We believe in equipping individuals and families with the tools
  for long-term health and success.