Community Prevention Manager

Socket.dev; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

C3 Wellbeing is seeking a Community Prevention Program Manager to lead multidimensional, grant-funded prevention initiatives across communities. You will manage program plans, budgets and reporting while coordinating with municipal leaders, schools, and public health partners.

The role emphasizes evidence-based strategies, data-informed decisions, and equity-focused practice. Strong collaboration and communication across diverse stakeholders are essential to advancing prevention priorities.

Qualifications

• BA in health and human services, public health, psychology or related field.
• Prior public health experience preferred and community engagement experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, implementation and continuous improvement of prevention programs using SPF framework.
• Coordinate multi-component grant-funded initiatives and ensure fidelity to evidence-based strategies.
• Build and support coalitions with municipal leaders, schools and public health entities.
• Develop and deliver prevention-focused training and outreach materials for diverse audiences.
• Design and evaluate targeted prevention campaigns across print, digital, and social platforms.
• Prepare progress reports, budgets, and grant narratives and ensure fiscal accountability.

Education

BA in health and human services / public health / psychology or related

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Publisher)

Job description

Description

C3 Wellbeing's Community Prevention Team provide evidence-based programs and strategies that prevent or reduce substance use for community members of all ages.

The Community Prevention Program Manager is responsible for leading the implementation of comprehensive, community-based substance use prevention programs. This includes managing a portfolio of grant-funded initiatives, overseeing strategic planning and program evaluation, strengthening community coalitions, and aligning activities with evidence-based prevention frameworks and local needs. This role is contingent upon grant funding and anticipated to start on or around October 1, 2026.

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (including but not limited to)

Program Management & Implementation

• Lead planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of prevention programs using a multi-year strategic work plan grounded in the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF).
• Develop logic models, implementation timelines, and measurable objectives aligned with grant and funder requirements.
• Develop and oversee work plans and deliverables for multiple program components, ensuring fidelity to evidence-based strategies and compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines.

Coalition Building & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the liaison to municipal leaders, school administrators, public health entities, and other strategic partners to enhance prevention infrastructure and systems alignment.
• Guide and support coalition partners in achieving collective impact through shared goals, data-informed decision-making, and coordinated initiatives.

Training & Facilitation

• Develop and deliver prevention-focused training and technical assistance to coalition members, educators, parents, youth, and professionals using research-informed strategies.
• Facilitate professional development sessions and public presentations that promote health equity, cultural responsiveness, and trauma-informed prevention practices.

Marketing, Communication & Campaigns

• Design, implement, and evaluate targeted media campaigns to promote prevention messages using multiple platforms, including print, digital, and social media.
• Create high-quality outreach materials and educational resources tailored to diverse community audiences.

Reporting & Fiscal Oversight

• Prepare and submit progress reports, program summaries, grant narratives, budget justifications, and billing documentation in accordance with funder and agency timelines.
• Track program expenditures and ensure fiscal accountability and alignment with approved grant budgets.

Team & Organizational Leadership

• Collaborate with internal colleagues across departments to ensure integrated prevention strategies and organizational alignment.
• Represent the organization at community meetings, public forums, and state-level task forces, advocating for prevention policies and priorities.

Required Qualifications

• Education-BA health and human services, public health, psychology or related
• Prior experience- previous public health experience preferred, engaged active in community cares about prevention in youth
• Physical ability-up to 50 lbs. and work primarily workspace- occasional evening as weekends as needed
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion principles, with the ability to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all participants.
• Willing to be trained in and deliver evidence-based programs.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Publisher, etc.
• Ability to conduct work in accordance with ethical prevention principles.

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that embraces diversity in all its forms. Our programs are designed to engage and support a wide array of communities, including faith-based organizations, LGBTQ+ individuals, and other historically marginalized groups. By collaborating with a broad spectrum of partners, we aim to address the unique needs of each community, ensuring that our prevention efforts are culturally responsive and equitable. Our commitment is to create spaces where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to the collective well-being