Community Prevention Specialist

WestCare Inc; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

WestCare Inc in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Prevention Specialist to empower communities, promote alcohol/drug-free lifestyles, and build supportive structures. The role focuses on prevention planning, data tracking, and collaboration with local stakeholders.

Responsibilities include supervising participants, reporting incidents, attending meetings, and assisting with transportation and facility upkeep. A High School Diploma is required, with a degree in a related field preferred and

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze situations accurately and develop appropriate responses.
• Ability to communicate effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to develop reports and create presentations for diverse audiences.
• Must be sensitive to populations served.

Responsibilities

• Empowers communities to promote alcohol/drug-free lifestyles and helps build community structures.
• Encourages and supports coordinated, systemic approaches to prevention of substance abuse.
• Creates and sustains systems that discourage substance abuse and promote healthy behaviors.
• Provides general supervision to participants as needed.
• Reports to supervisor any unusual incidents for escalation.
• Attends internal and external team meetings.
• Maintains data collection logs daily.
• Provides transportation as directed by supervisor.
• Assists with facility maintenance and housekeeping.
• Supports WestCare Foundation mission and goals.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Report writing

Professional appearance

Population sensitivity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Counseling / Criminal Justice / Social Work / Psychology or related field

Job description

WestCare Inc in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Prevention Specialist to empower communities, promote alcohol/drug-free lifestyles, and build supportive structures. The role focuses on prevention planning, data tracking, and collaboration with local stakeholders.

Responsibilities include supervising participants, reporting incidents, attending meetings, and assisting with transportation and facility upkeep. A High School Diploma is required, with a degree in a related field preferred and