Prevention Specialist
2 weeks ago
At BUILD, Inc., we are seeking a dedicated and innovative Prevention Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our Violence Prevention Villages (VPV) project, you will play a critical role in providing positive, proactive, and preventive upstream supports and services to youth and their households.
Job Summary:The Prevention Specialist will work in schools and out-of-school time programs with at-hope youth, some of whom have identified behavioral challenges. Your primary responsibility will be to equip these youth with tools to resist harmful behaviors and develop asset-based skills, such as critical thinking, informed decision-making, goal setting, and conflict resolution.
Key Responsibilities:- Develop trusting relationships with youth and their families to identify issues and seek solutions through trauma-informed care.
- Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning and promote social-emotional growth.
- Implement Social Emotional Learning practices to address behavior and establish guidelines, expectations, mutual respect, and mutual accountability.
- Provide life skills and health awareness workshops to empower youth with the knowledge and skills necessary to make informed decisions.
- Encourage Restorative Justice methods as alternatives to traditional disciplinary consequences and promote educational success.
- Collaborate with schools, government agencies, and community-based organizations to build a stronger support network for youth and their families.
- Collect and analyze data on academic, interpersonal, and pro-social behaviors to inform program development and improvement.
- High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's Degree in Social Services, Human Services, Non-Profit Management, or related field preferred.
- Three years of experience working with inner-city youth in a human service setting, social service setting, or related field preferred.
- Ability to plan, implement, and document lesson and workshop plans.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with technology integration into daily program operations and evaluation systems.
- Highly organized with the ability to set priorities, develop a work schedule, and monitor progress towards goals.
- 401(k) + 2% match
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Life Insurance
- Paid Vacation
- Wellness Days
- Flexible Spending Account
At BUILD, Inc., we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment that values and respects the contributions of all employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds.
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