Prevention Programs Lead — Youth & Community Wellness

ADP; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Northern Ohio Recovery Association (NORA) in Cleveland, OH is seeking an experienced Prevention Specialist to support evidence-based prevention programs and outreach efforts. You will engage youth, families, and partners to promote wellness, life skills, and protective factors.

The role emphasizes delivering presentations, coordinating events, and tracking data for program evaluation, with RA certification required within 3 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; relevant experience in prevention, education, or human services may substitute.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must obtain RA certification within 3 months of hire.
• Knowledge of prevention principles and risk/protective factors.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, especially with youth and families.
• Organized, dependable, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Enthusiasm for community engagement and health promotion.
• Willing to participate in prevention and behavioral health training.

Responsibilities

• Implement evidence-based prevention programs and activities in schools, community settings, and other designated environments.
• Deliver engaging presentations and workshops promoting healthy decision-making and substance misuse prevention.
• Support planning, scheduling, and coordination of prevention events and outreach activities.
• Collect and maintain data, attendance records, and documentation required for program evaluation.
• Assist in preparing reports and surveys that measure program effectiveness and outcomes.
• Promote culturally relevant and inclusive prevention approaches tailored to the populations served.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and community coalitions related to prevention.
• Maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and compliance with agency policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Youth engagement

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Public speaking

Data collection

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

RA certification within 3 months

Job description

Northern Ohio Recovery Association (NORA) in Cleveland, OH is seeking an experienced Prevention Specialist to support evidence-based prevention programs and outreach efforts. You will engage youth, families, and partners to promote wellness, life skills, and protective factors.

The role emphasizes delivering presentations, coordinating events, and tracking data for program evaluation, with RA certification required within 3 months of hire.