Community Prevention Specialist - Lead Coalitions

BBH Burrell Behavioral Health; Poplar Bluff (MO, TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP

Mileage Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Workplace Culture

Job summary

Brightli is seeking a Prevention Specialist in Poplar Bluff, MO to advance substance use prevention across local communities. You will work with coalitions, provide technical assistance, and help design and implement strategic prevention plans.

The role emphasizes collaboration, strong organization, and a commitment to improving community health outcomes. The position includes a focus on training, reporting, and engaging with multiple partners to deliver impactful prevention programs that

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills required.
• Detail-oriented professional with collaborative mindset.
• Must obtain MSAPA credential within six months and SAPST within nine months.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with community-based coalitions to develop and implement substance use prevention strategies.
• Provide technical assistance and training resources to enhance coalition capabilities.
• Develop comprehensive community and coalition needs assessments.
• Create and update strategic work plans to address local prevention priorities.
• Coordinate and participate in prevention-focused training and resource networks.
• Prepare and submit detailed monthly progress, billing, and data reports.
• Support and participate in community education campaigns and prevention initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Master's Degree in social work / counseling / public health / education

Bachelor's Degree + 1 year social service experience

Associate's Degree + 2 years social service experience

Missouri MSAPA credential within 6 months

SAPST training within 9 months

Job description

Brightli is seeking a Prevention Specialist in Poplar Bluff, MO to advance substance use prevention across local communities. You will work with coalitions, provide technical assistance, and help design and implement strategic prevention plans.

The role emphasizes collaboration, strong organization, and a commitment to improving community health outcomes. The position includes a focus on training, reporting, and engaging with multiple partners to deliver impactful prevention programs that