Prevention Specialist

2 months ago


Cedar Rapids, United States Area Substance Abuse Council Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

Area Substance Abuse Council (ASAC) offers meaningful, rewarding work that changes lives and communities. Staff are supported with training and development opportunities at all levels of the organization. If you are looking for a place where you can be passionate about what you do and can grow and advance your career, whether starting out or looking for the next opportunity to learn, join the ASAC team.


ASAC is adding full-time Prevention Specialists to provide services in Linn and Benton County. ASAC's prevention services team offers a variety of programs and activities to assist communities, schools, workplaces, and organizations to address substance abuse and gambling issues to help the individuals and families live healthier, safer lives.


The Prevention Specialist will:

  • Provide information on substances to all sectors of the community, including schools, faith-based groups, community and civic organizations, law enforcement, government, and others utilizing public speaking, written materials, and all media available for the benefit of the agency.
  • Collaborate with and create strategic alliances with various groups and key stakeholders using the Strategic Prevention Framework to ensure sustainability of prevention programs.
  • Collect, analyze, and share local community trends and data related to substance use in order to guide and direct prevention services.
  • Implement the prevention strategies of information dissemination, education, alternative activity support, environmental change, community-based process, and problem identification and referral with fidelity and cultural considerations.
  • Evaluate prevention programs and utilize outcomes to improve services.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality, in accordance with HIPAA and 42CFR.
Requirements:

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree, preferably with experience in substance abuse service or related human services area. Incumbent must be willing to obtain the Prevention Specialist Certification from the Iowa Board of certification within 18 months of date of hire. Candidates with group facilitation and public speaking experience are preferred. This position requires a valid driver's license and the ability to pass an extensive background check.


Salary and Benefits

ASAC offers competitive compensation. Bachelor's level staff start at $20.04 per hour with additional compensation provided for candidates with a master's degree, certifications or licensure . Staff are eligible for a complete benefit package including, Health and Dental, FSA, company paid Life/AD&D/Short and Long Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Paid Holidays, a 403(b) Retirement plan with a match and a generous Vacation, Personal Time and Sick Leave Plan.


ASAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer



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