Prevention Project Specialist

Brightli; Kirksville (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Employee benefits package

Top-notch training

Career mobility

Welcoming, supportive culture

Job summary

Centerstone seeks a Prevention Project Specialist to build healthier Northeast Missouri communities. You will serve as a primary contact for coalitions, provide guidance, and help develop prevention initiatives across Kirksville and surrounding areas.

In this role, you will train partners, assist with grant writing, and analyze data to drive strategic decisions. A collaborative, self-motivated candidate with public health passion will thrive in a field-oriented team dedicated to community impact.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field or Bachelor’s degree with at least 1 year of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support community coalitions, task forces, and prevention partners.
• Provide training and technical assistance to strengthen coalition capacity.
• Coordinate grant writing, planning, and implementation activities.
• Analyze data to inform prevention strategies and report on outcomes.

Skills

Relationship building

Public speaking

Data analysis

Project management

Education

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s +1 year experience

Job description

Job Description:

Prevention Project Specialist (C2000)

Company: Centerstone

Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Kirksville, MO

Help Build Healthier Communities Across Northeast Missouri

Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in your community? Do you enjoy collaborating with local leaders, schools, organizations, and coalitions to create positive change? Join our team as a Prevention Project Specialist and play a key role in reducing substance use and improving community wellness across Northeast Missouri.

In this position, you’ll serve as a trusted resource and subject matter expert for community coalitions, task forces, and prevention partners. You’ll help communities identify needs, develop prevention strategies, secure funding opportunities, and implement initiatives that create lasting change.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is collaborative, self-motivated, and passionate about public health, prevention, community engagement, and data-driven decision-making.

What You’ll Do

Community Leadership & Coalition Support

• Serve as the primary point of contact for community coalitions, task forces, and prevention partners throughout the assigned region.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and technical assistance to support coalition development and sustainability.
• Help community groups identify priorities, develop prevention initiatives, and strengthen local prevention efforts.
• Assist coalitions with grant writing, planning, and implementation activities.

Training & Prevention Services

• Connect communities with evidence-based prevention programs, tools, and resources.
• Facilitate training opportunities and provide technical assistance that strengthens community prevention capacity.
• Respond to requests for prevention services and information across the region.

Strategic Planning & Community Impact

• Conduct annual community and coalition needs assessments.
• Contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of strategic work plans.
• Gather, analyze, and interpret data to support prevention initiatives and community decision-making.
• Evaluate program outcomes and recommend improvements that enhance effectiveness and community impact.

Communications & Outreach

• Create and manage engaging content for department social media platforms.
• Develop presentations and educational materials for community partners and stakeholders.
• Promote prevention awareness and community engagement activities throughout the region.

Reporting & Grant Compliance

• Prepare required monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Monitor coalition eligibility for mini-grants and support funding opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements and grant deliverables.
• Participate in statewide prevention networks, conferences, and professional development opportunities.

What Makes You Successful

You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Enjoy building relationships and collaborating with diverse community partners.
• Are comfortable leading projects and working independently.
• Have strong presentation, communication, and public speaking skills.
• Can analyze data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Are organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Are passionate about prevention, public health, and improving community well-being.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Applicants must meet one of the following:

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field; OR
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least one (1) year of professional experience in a social service, prevention, public health, or community-based setting.

Additional Requirements

• Obtain the Missouri Substance Abuse Prevention Associate (MSAPA) credential within six (6) months of hire.
• Complete Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist Training (SAPST) within nine (9) months of hire.
• Ability to travel throughout the assigned service area as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Why Join Us?

• Monday-Friday schedule with work-life balance
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact in local communities
• Collaborative and mission-driven team environment
• Professional development and statewide networking opportunities
• Meaningful work that helps strengthen communities and improve lives

If you’re passionate about prevention, community engagement, and creating positive change, we’d love to hear from you!

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encouraged your health and happiness.

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.