Empowering Teen Prevention Counselor

Paycom - ATS; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

WestCare Foundation in Key West, FL is seeking a full-time prevention specialist to deliver a substance abuse prevention curriculum for high school students in Monroe County. The role requires engaging directly with youth, coordinating with schools, and facilitating counseling sessions within a structured prevention model.

The candidate should have a High School Diploma or GED, with Prevention Specialist certification within 1 year, CPR/First Aid certification within 6 months, and experience in

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; Prevention Specialist cert within 1 year.
• 1 year experience in intervention/prevention counseling with children/families.
• CPR/First Aid cert within 6 months of employment and every 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Provide prevention counseling sessions to students at schools.
• Coordinate with schools and staff to deliver the prevention program.
• Attend quarterly meetings, trainings and annual conference as assigned.
• Serve as liaison with outside agencies and ensure program quality.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis management

Trauma-informed care

Cultural sensitivity

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Prevention Specialist certification within 1 year

Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred

Job description

WestCare Foundation in Key West, FL is seeking a full-time prevention specialist to deliver a substance abuse prevention curriculum for high school students in Monroe County. The role requires engaging directly with youth, coordinating with schools, and facilitating counseling sessions within a structured prevention model.

The candidate should have a High School Diploma or GED, with Prevention Specialist certification within 1 year, CPR/First Aid certification within 6 months, and experience in