Community Prevention Field Specialist

Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous state-paid benefit allowance

Comprehensive health insurance options

Flexible spending accounts for health

Paid holidays, vacation, and sickLeave

Retirement savings with employer match

CEU training opportunities

Job summary

The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services is seeking a prevention professional to join the Prevention Division in Oklahoma City. You will work with community-based organizations to plan and develop needed prevention services, provide technical assistance and training, and monitor programs to ensure compliance with established standards.

Minimum qualifications include a Master’s degree and several years of experience in behavioral health, with preference for Certified

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and three years of professional experience in social work or related fields.
• Three years of professional experience in social services with focus on prevention/public health.
• Experience working with communities, coalitions, law enforcement, and community-serving organizations.
• Preference for Certified Prevention Specialist.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop community-based prevention services.
• Provide and link with technical assistance and training.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with ODMHSAS standards and evidence-based strategy requirements.

Skills

Behavioral health experience

Substance abuse prevention

Community engagement

Certified Prevention Specialist

Education

Master’s degree in social work, sociology, human relations, psychology, public health, public administration, education, or related field

Job description

The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services is seeking a prevention professional to join the Prevention Division in Oklahoma City. You will work with community-based organizations to plan and develop needed prevention services, provide technical assistance and training, and monitor programs to ensure compliance with established standards.

Minimum qualifications include a Master’s degree and several years of experience in behavioral health, with preference for Certified