Community Substance Prevention Specialist

McLaren Health Care; Bay City (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaren Health Care in Michigan is seeking a Prevention Specialist to coordinate county-wide substance abuse prevention programs in schools, communities, and agencies. You will lead information campaigns, build partnerships, and promote evidence-based prevention strategies across the region.

The role requires an associate degree in health-related fields and two years of prevention experience, with a development plan toward MCBAP Certification.

Qualifications

• Two year substance abuse prevention experience or related experience.
• Associates Degree in Health and Human Services or health-related field or equivalent work experience.
• Must start a Development Plan toward MCBAP Prevention Specialist Certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with schools, parent-teacher groups, civic organizations, church groups, and other youth and community organizations to provide information and awareness on alcohol, tobacco and other drugs.
• Network with other prevention and social service agencies to provide comprehensive services, identify needs, and make referrals.
• Participate in alcohol, tobacco or other drug awareness campaigns
• Participate in health fairs, business expos, parades and other community events for anti-substance use messaging.
• Assist in orientation sessions for parents, teachers, staff or administrators.
• Document all program activities and submit reports on deadlines.
• Maintain and update the agency’s community resource list and program materials inventory.
• Attend trainings to achieve required credentials and continuing education.
• Assist in quality control and performance improvement activities (Lead section).

Skills

Two year substance abuse prevention

Education

Associates Degree in Health and Human Services

Job description

McLaren Health Care in Michigan is seeking a Prevention Specialist to coordinate county-wide substance abuse prevention programs in schools, communities, and agencies. You will lead information campaigns, build partnerships, and promote evidence-based prevention strategies across the region.

The role requires an associate degree in health-related fields and two years of prevention experience, with a development plan toward MCBAP Certification.