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Substance Use Prevention Specialist II

7 months ago


Asheville, United States RHA Health Services Full time

We are hiring for:

Substance Use Prevention Specialist II

Type:

Regular

If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services

As a Substance Use Prevention Specialist, you play a crucial role in promoting healthy lifestyles and preventing youth substance use within communities. You collaborate with schools, community organizations, and local government to implement one or more prevention strategies to address those needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Implementation & Data Collection:

Implement evidence-based programs aimed at preventing youth substance use, violence, and other risky behaviors. Develop educational initiatives that empower individuals to make informed choices regarding substance use. Create engaging workshops, presentations, and awareness campaigns. Collect data on program outcomes, participant engagement, and community impact.

Community Engagement:

Collaborate with schools, community centers, and other organizations to assess prevention needs. Build relationships with community members, educators, and local leaders. Facilitate community meetings and workshops to raise awareness and promote prevention efforts. Participate in community coalitions and task forces related to substance use prevention.

Education and Training:

Conduct training sessions for educators, parents, and community members on substance use prevention. Provide resources and tools to help individuals recognize risk factors and develop protective factors. Stay informed about current trends, research, and best practices in substance use prevention.

Outreach and Awareness:

Organize community events, workshops, and awareness campaigns. Promote prevention messages through social media, newsletters, and other communication channels. Engage with schools, parents, and youth to foster a culture of prevention.

Position Requirements:

Qualified Substance Abuse Professional as defined by:

(a) a graduate of a college or university with a Masters degree in a human service field and has one year of full-time, post-graduate degree accumulated supervised experience in substance abuse prevention; or (b) a graduate of a college or university with a bachelor’s degree in a human service field and has two years of full-time, post-bachelor’s degree accumulated supervised experience in substance abuse prevention; or (c) a graduate of a college or university with a bachelor’s degree in a field other than human services and has four years of full-time, post bachelor’s degree accumulated supervised experience in substance abuse prevention; or (d) a substance abuse prevention professional who is certified as a Certified Substance Abuse Prevention Consultant (CSAPC) by the North Carolina Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board and meets the above requirements as a QSAPP. Must apply for CSAPC certification within 3 months of employment and become certified within five (5) years of employment.

Other job requirements include:

Valid driver’s license including personal vehicle insurance coverage, if applicable.

Emotional stability, maturity, warmth, openness and the ability to work effectively with a diverse population.

Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Minimum two (2) years continuous sobriety and/or recovery from mood altering drugs. Recovery from alcohol or other drug(s) must be maintained at all times, with active involvement in recovery if applicable. Commitment to best practices and implementation of evidence-based programs, policies, and practices. Ability to perform duties physically and mentally without harm to self or others.

Knowledge and experience with State substance abuse/mental health systems, particularly prevention.

Knowledge of prevention science, local community resource and service systems functioning, and strategies leading to the propagation of prevention and health promotion services and values.

Knowledge of child/adolescent developmental dynamics in the context of family systems functioning. Ability to effectively deliver prevention programs to youth and adults and public presentations.

Pre-employment screening:

Complete criminal background Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities) Drug testing Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements. Proof of employment history or references (if required) Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.

We offer the following benefits to employees:

Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday Employee perks and discount program : to help you save money Paid Time Off  (full-time employees only) Health/Insurance (full-time employees only) 401(k) retirement savings program Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees) Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities

*contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits

EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.

About RHA:

At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.

For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey.

If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.