Balanced and Restorative Justice Prevention Outreach Specialist

Easterseals NH; Middlebury (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision”

Life & Disability Insurance

PTO accrual starting day 1

9 paid holidays + floating holiday

Job summary

Easterseals VT is seeking a Balanced and Restorative Justice Prevention Outreach Specialist to support prevention of youth substance misuse. You will collaborate with Addison County schools, administer YAFS and YASI, and connect families with community resources.

You will document referrals monthly and participate in VPLO-related activities to advance prevention efforts. The role requires a Bachelor's/Associate/HS diploma with relevant experience, a valid driver's license, and reliable

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 1 year relevant experience, OR Associate's degree with 4 years' relevant experience, OR HS Diploma or equivalent with 8 years' relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with schools to identify chronically absent youth and provide referrals to community health and social services.
• Administer the Youth Attendance Family Survey (YAFS) including SDOH and ACES questions to assess risk and build protective factors.
• Administer the Youth Assessment Screening Instrument (YASI) as appropriate and make referrals indicated by YAFS/YASI.
• Complete monthly documentation on each referral and submit reports with referrals, protective factors, attendance, and harm reduction.
• Attend trainings and meetings with VPLO Coordinator and DSU Prevention Consultants to implement evidence-based strategies.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with DCF and Easterseals staff while upholding confidentiality.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Reliable transportation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

HS Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description:We are looking for a Balanced and Restorative Justice Prevention Outreach Specialist to join our Easterseals VT team! The individual in this key position will support the prevention and onset of substance misuse disorder in youth by promoting healthy lifestyles and optimizing well-being among youth, their families, and communities, in consistency with the State of Vermont Department of Health’s Division of Substance Use Programs Grant. Responsibilities include:Collaborate and coordinate with schools in Addison County District to obtain information about chronically absent youth; contact families to provide appropriate referrals to community health and social service agencies.Receive referrals from local schools and administer the Youth Attendance Family Survey (YAFS), which includes Social Determinates of Health (SDOH) and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) questions, to assess risk level and grow protective factors within families.Administer the Youth Assessment Screening Instrument (YASI) as appropriate.Make referrals to appropriate agencies as indicated by YAFS and YASI.Complete monthly documentation on each referral, and submit reports that include referrals made, increase in protective factors, attendance, and harm reduction.Submit quarterly reports to Vermont Prevention Lead Organization (VPLO) CoordinatorMeet with school staff to deliver Attendance Works Materials and attendance plans to be used with youth.Submit invoices for activities completed, along with supporting documentation, including hourly time tracking if applicable.Attend trainings and workshops related to substance use prevention at the request of the VPLO Coordinator.Attend check-in meetings as requested by the VPLO Coordinator.Attend Chronic Absenteeism Workgroup Meetings and Addison County Substance Use & Prevention Coalition meetings.Attend up to four (4) All-Awardee Meetings as requested by the VPLO Coordinator.Attend one-on-one prevention training with the Division of Substance Use Programs (DSU) Prevention Consultants and VPLO Coordinator to further advance implementation of evidence-based or evidence-informed strategies.Develop and maintain positive working relationships and active communication with DCF and Easterseals staff within the provisions of the law and with respect to confidentiality requirements.This position is set to start 8/18/2026.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree with one (1) year relevant experience, ORAssociate's degree with four (4) years' relevant experience, ORHS Diploma or equivalent with eight (8) years' relevant experienceValid driver’s license and reliable transportationCompensation: $23 hourly.Hours: This is a full-time, 30 hour/week position. The schedule can be flexible based on family's needs.What’s in it for you? We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time, eligible employees, including:Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & DisabilityPTO begins accruing on your first day!Up to 9 paid holidays annually, plus one floating holiday of your choice. For programs that remain open during holidays, staff scheduled to work will receive holiday pay in accordance with program guidelines.403(b) employer match up to a maximum of 3%Tuition reimbursement after one year of employmentStudent loan repayment for qualifying degrees after one year of employmentWellness programs: nutritional counseling services, reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessationTo submit your application, please click on the blue “Apply Now” button. Difficulty submitting your application? Contact Jill : 603-732-7166 or [e-mail]#INDESVT