Community Prevention Outreach Specialist

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES INC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES INC in Los Angeles is seeking a Prevention Outreach Specialist to oversee daily prevention program operations, help implement work plans, and work with schools and community partners to deliver evidence-based strategies that prevent substance misuse.

The role includes conducting outreach, facilitating education, collecting basic program data, and maintaining compliance with SPF and funding requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required and 1 year experience in substance abuse prevention or treatment.
• Knowledge of AOD prevention, education, screening and referral.
• Familiarity with SPF, Logic Models, and program evaluation concepts.
• Ability to plan, implement and evaluate prevention services.
• Strong writing and communication skills; solid record-keeping and basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Delivers prevention programming and messaging to the community (schools, events).
• Conducts outreach, engagement and basic education on risk factors and services.
• Provides field feedback and assists with data collection (attendance, surveys).
• Ensures compliance with county, state, and federal funding requirements.
• Maintains relationships with schools and community partners for youth prevention.
• Facilitates specialty group sessions and prevention activities.
• Communicates clearly with clients and staff; uses Canva and Office tools as needed.
• Adheres to SPF guidelines and promotes evidence-based practices.

Skills

Communication skills

Strong writing

Community outreach

Team collaboration

Data collection

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Canva

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES INC in Los Angeles is seeking a Prevention Outreach Specialist to oversee daily prevention program operations, help implement work plans, and work with schools and community partners to deliver evidence-based strategies that prevent substance misuse.

The role includes conducting outreach, facilitating education, collecting basic program data, and maintaining compliance with SPF and funding requirements.