Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist

4 weeks ago


Fairfax, United States Fairfax County Public Schools Full time

20481BR

Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist

Willow Oaks Administrative Center

Description

Assists with developing, implementing, and monitoring substance abuse prevention programs; works with families and agency or private practice providers to help plan for youth behavioral health care needs, to include screening to determine the level of need and assisting families in locating and securing services; collaborates with school, department, and county staff to provide prevention programs to students, staff, and families.

Qualifications

Required Bachelor's degree in behavioral health, psychology, social work, nursing, counseling, or a related field. Two (2) years of clinical experience working as a counselor and/or experience in substance abuse treatment and working with youth and families in a counseling setting. Knowledge of the principles, theories, and methods of behavioral health services and social development of the individual. Knowledge of assessment processes and interviewing techniques. Knowledge of existing public and private agencies and community resources. Ability to apply evidence-based behavioral health treatment methods and social development theory. Ability to manage a caseload. Ability to maintain records and prepare reports. Ability to determine levels and limits of confidentiality. Ability to establish rapport and maintain effective relationships with students and families within the diverse school community. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, public and private organizations, community groups, and the general public. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Preferred

Licensure or certification as a substance abuse counselor. Bilingual skills in a language other than English.

Job Type

Special Services

Office

Special Services, Intervention and Prevention Services

Contract Length

195-Day Contract

Salary Grade

Unified Scale-Schedule B/Grade 002

Pay Frequency

Monthly

Percent Full-Time

Full Time

Open Until Filled

Yes

Re-Adv. Position

No

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