Community Prevention Specialist: Trainings, Outreach & Resources

Centennial Mental Health Center Incorporated; Sterling (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Centennial Mental Health Center Incorporated is seeking a Community-Based Prevention Specialist to plan, coordinate and implement prevention services across its 10-county catchment, including trainings, workshops and referrals to behavioral health services.

The role emphasizes collaboration with colleges, agencies and community members, delivering evidence-based curricula, assessing community needs, and ensuring access to public resources.

Qualifications

• Certified Addictions Specialist, Bachelor’s Degree in related field, or Certified Prevention Specialist II preferred but not required.
• Experience in working with diverse communities and agencies in a rural region.
• Experience in public speaking and providing trainings/presentations.
• Ability to travel within the Center’s service area.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Knowledge of basic computer literacy such as e-mail communication and word processing.

Responsibilities

• Establish ongoing collaborative relationships with local colleges, agencies and community members.
• Coordinate prevention efforts including need assessments, resource development, trainings and workshops in the communities.
• Serve as primary provider for evidence based curriculum delivery within communities.
• Provide information and connection to community resources and public benefits.
• Refer community members for ongoing behavioral health services when necessary.
• Maintain timely records and data collection for measuring goals and outcomes of the program and services.
• Attend trainings, workshops, conferences and meetings to enhance community consulting capabilities.
• Frequently travel to various communities within Centennial’s 10 county catchment area.

Skills

Public speaking

Training delivery

Flexibility

Travel willingness

Computer literacy

Diversity experience

Teamwork

Education

Certified Addictions Specialist

Bachelor’s degree

Certified Prevention Specialist II

Job description

Centennial Mental Health Center Incorporated is seeking a Community-Based Prevention Specialist to plan, coordinate and implement prevention services across its 10-county catchment, including trainings, workshops and referrals to behavioral health services.

The role emphasizes collaboration with colleges, agencies and community members, delivering evidence-based curricula, assessing community needs, and ensuring access to public resources.