Prevention Community Engagement Specialist

Bridges Healthcare, Inc.; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental

HS A (HSA) option

403(b) plan

Life Insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

Bridges Healthcare, Inc. in Milford, CT seeks a Prevention Community Engagement Specialist to deliver prevention, case management, outreach, and program support for youth, young adults, and families.

You will work with schools, community partners, and service providers to implement prevention initiatives and coordinate resources. The role combines direct client services with data collection, reporting, and program operations, requiring strong communication, collaboration, and organizational

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; related fields welcome.
• Experience with youth, families, schools, or community programs preferred.
• Knowledge of prevention strategies and community resources.
• Ability to coordinate referrals and manage data and reports.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management and support services to youth, young adults, and families.
• Conduct outreach with schools, partners, and service providers.
• Facilitate prevention education and health promotion activities.
• Coordinate community prevention initiatives, meetings, and events.
• Maintain client and program records and assist with reporting.
• Liaise between clients, families, schools, and service providers.

Skills

Case management

Outreach

Communication

Data collection

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Public Health, Health Education, Counseling, Psychology

Master's degree may be preferred for some assignments

Tools

Documentation systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bridges Healthcare, Inc., has an immediate opening for a Prevention Community Engagement Specialist.

Salary: $24.07 - $28.07 per hour, commensurate of experience.

Benefits for the positions include:

• Competitive pay on a union scale commensurate with your position and experience
• Medical and Dental with significant employer contribution to the premiums and HSA (if chosen as your plan)
• 403(b) with a generous employer contribution
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation with 15 days to start, paid personal days, paid sick time, paid winter holiday break days, plus 11 paid holidays

Purpose and Position Overview

The Prevention Program /Case Manager provides prevention, case management, outreach, and program support services to youth, young adults, and families. This position works collaboratively with schools, community partners, coalition members, and service providers to implement prevention initiatives, provide education and support services, coordinate community resources, and assist with program operations. The role requires a combination of direct client services, community engagement, program coordination, data collection, and administrative support.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide office-based, school-based, or community-based case management and support services to youth, young adults, and families.
• Conduct outreach and engagement activities with community stakeholders, schools, coalition members, and service providers.
• Facilitate prevention education, health promotion, parenting support, and other evidence-based prevention activities.
• Coordinate and participate in community prevention initiatives, meetings, trainings, and special events.
• Maintain accurate client and program records, collect data, and assist with reporting requirements.
• Serve as a liaison between clients, families, schools, community organizations, and other service providers.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify needs, coordinate resources, and make appropriate referrals.
• Assist with the promotion and marketing of prevention programs and services.
• Support program operations through administrative tasks, scheduling, documentation, and project management activities.
• Participate in committee work, coalition activities, and community partnerships that advance prevention efforts.
• Perform other agency or department-related duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Bachelor's degree required; degree in Human Services, Social Work, Public Health, Health Education, Counseling, Psychology, or related field preferred. Master's degree may be preferred for certain program assignments.
• Experience working with youth, young adults, families, schools, or community-based programs preferred.
• Knowledge of prevention strategies, behavioral health, substance use prevention, restorative practices, and community resources.
• Ability to provide case management, coordinate care, and facilitate referrals.
• Strong communication, organizational, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations and community partners.
• Computer literacy and proficiency with documentation and data management systems.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and work independently.
• Flexible schedule as needed to support program activities and community events.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Bridges Healthcare is a valued and trusted community partner.

A leading provider of a wide continuum of integrated behavioral health services.

An employer of choice and offers staff the opportunity to grow and learn with the organization.

Sustained by a diverse funding model that reflects broad-based community support and investment.

Well-known and well-regarded for the services and supports we provide.

A recognized expert and leader in delivering innovative solutions to behavioral health challenges.

A powerful advocate for our clients, services, and improved systems.

Loan repayment on some positions may be eligible as Bridges is a STAR and NHSC Approved Site by HRSA.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)