Impactful Youth Prevention Specialist (Part-Time)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a part-time, seasonal Drug and Alcohol Prevention Specialist in Honesdale, PA. The role supports prevention efforts across school and community settings by leading education, training, and outreach activities.

Responsibilities include program delivery, community representation, education support, resource preparation, documentation management, and program evaluation. Schedule follows the school calendar with some evenings and travel; telework is not

Qualifications

• One year as a Drug and Alcohol Prevention Specialist Trainee, or one year of experience in drug and alcohol prevention work, or any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• PA residency requirement must be met and ability to perform essential job functions.
• Background check and drug screening may be required under state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Program Delivery: Implement evidence-based prevention programs and strategies in school and community settings.
• Community Representation: Serve as the SCA representative on committees and collaborative groups to support prevention initiatives.
• Education Support: Develop and deliver prevention education, training, and intervention services based on identified needs.
• Resource Preparation: Prepare and distribute educational materials, lesson plans, and program resources for varied audiences.
• Documentation Management: Maintain required documentation and timely data entry in the DDAP prevention management system.
• Program Evaluation: Evaluate program effectiveness, conduct needs assessments, and modify programming as appropriate.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Health Education, Education, the Social or Behavioral Sciences or related fields

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a part-time, seasonal Drug and Alcohol Prevention Specialist in Honesdale, PA. The role supports prevention efforts across school and community settings by leading education, training, and outreach activities.

Responsibilities include program delivery, community representation, education support, resource preparation, documentation management, and program evaluation. Schedule follows the school calendar with some evenings and travel; telework is not