Prevention and Intervention Specialist

Fairbanks North Star Borough School District; North Pole (AK); On-site; USD 42,361 - 47,527; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued sick and personal leave

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision, and audio coverage

Retirement (PERS)

Job summary

The Fairbanks North Star Borough School District is hiring a Prevention and Intervention Specialist at North Pole Middle School. This role entails implementing various education and intervention programs to support student behavior management.

Candidates must possess or obtain certification as a Chemical Dependency Counselor Technician and have relevant educational experience. Benefits include medical, dental, retirement, and paid leaves, making this an attractive opportunity for professionals dedicated to supporting children.

Qualifications

• Must hold certification as a Chemical Dependency Counselor Technician.
• Associate's Degree in a related field or 48 hours of college credit.
• Two years of experience working with children in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with substance abuse education and intervention programs.
• Work with administration on student behavior management.
• Oversee in-school intervention programs.

Skills

Knowledge of risky behavior trends

Group facilitation skills

Multi-tiered Systems of Support knowledge

Education

Certification as a qualified Chemical Dependency Counselor Technician

Associate's Degree in social science or equivalent college credits

Job description

Position Type: Support Staff

Date Posted: 5/6/2026

Location: North Pole Middle School

Date Available: August 2026

Closing Date: 06/30/2026

Note: Unless otherwise stated, all vacancies with a specific closing date close at 9:00 PM Alaska time.

This position is for the 2026-2027 school year.

Job Summary

The Prevention and Intervention Specialist assists building level and District administration with implementing substance abuse education, behavior management, violence prevention and intervention, and suicide awareness and prevention programs for the District. Specialists work with building administration to plan and oversee the in-school intervention program, work with administration and teaching staff to address student behavior management, participate with the student support team, and communicate support for the SMART alternative education program for suspended and/or expelled students.

New Hire Starting Hourly rate: Grade 11: $30.75- $34.50 DOE
Internal Transfer Hourly Rate: Determined by the ESSA Negotiated Agreement
Work hours: 7.5 hours per day
Work year: 9 months
Retirement: State of Alaska PERS
Bargaining Unit: Education Support Staff Association (ESSA)

Job Qualifications / Requirements

1. Must hold and maintain, or be eligible for, certification as a qualified Chemical Dependency Counselor Technician with the State of Alaska. If the certification is not held at the time of hire, the certification application must be submitted to the state within the first four (4) months of hire.
2. Associate's Degree in a social science related field OR at least 48 hours of college credit toward the attainment of an associate's degree in a social science related field.
3. Two (2) years of experience working with children in an education or related setting.
4. Knowledge of current alcohol, tobacco, drugs, unauthorized substances, and other risky behavior trends involving children and adolescents.
5. Demonstrated ability to facilitate groups on ATOD education, risky behaviors, social skills, and anger management.
6. Demonstrated knowledge of multi-tiered Systems of Support for Restorative Practices.

Benefits

• Accrued sick and personal leave
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and audio
• Retirement (PERS)