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Prevention Specialist

Charleston County

Charleston County

Administration
North Charleston, SC, USA
Posted 6+ months ago
Description

In search of a highly motivated candidate to plan, organize and implement substance use Prevention services throughout the community.   The Prevention Specialist will use a set of knowledge, experience, training and skills to encourage healthy attitudes and behaviors which prevent the use/abuse of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs.  


HIRING HOURLYRANGE: $20.40 - $21.66


OPEN UNTIL FILLED – APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY, 12/31/2023.

 



Duties and Responsibilities

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO: 

 

  • Plan, implement and evaluate culturally appropriate evidence-based programs, environmental strategies, and best practices that are aligned with local needs through utilization of Strategic Prevention Framework  
  • Identify and utilize comprehensive approach using the risk and protective factor model  
  • Plan and coordinate work to deliver quality community substance abuse prevention education, retailer education, community engagement and environmental strategies 
  • Disseminate information to civic organizations, schools, community groups and members of the public; 
  • Collaborate with other agencies – including local law enforcement;  
  • Attend meetings of various coalitions to garner support for community awareness; 
  • Excellent customer service; Represent the program to the public and provide information regarding the program services and activities  
  • Coordinate community based programs and services, arrangements for program activities such as meetings, presentations, gathering and analyzing statistical data, entering data, maintain records and assist with evaluation of the program 
  • Provide outreach, education and support to community partners 
  • Review materials to remain current on practices, principles, and new developments; 
  • May be required to work after hours and occasional weekend events  
  • May be required to work during hazardous weather and emergency conditions; 
Minimum Qualifications

REQUIRMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS: 

 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or a closely related field supplemented with at least 2 years of job related experience, or; 
  • Any combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work; 
  • Must obtain a Prevention Specialist Certification for South Carolina Association of Prevention Professionals and Advocates within 3 years of hire;  
  • Knowledge of pharmacological drugs and substance use disorders;   
  • Computer skills; 
  • Public speaking skills; 
  • Must possess and valid SC Driver’s License. 

 

Spanish Speaking Candidates highly desired.