Prevention Specialist

WESTCARE WISCONSIN INC; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

WestCare Wisconsin Inc. seeks a Prevention Specialist to empower communities, promote alcohol- and drug-free lifestyles, and build local prevention structures that sustain healthy choices for youth and families.

The role requires analytical assessment, clear reporting, and presenting findings to internal and external audiences. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, coordinate events, maintain data logs, and support program delivery in diverse settings.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a relevant position is highly preferred.
• Experience working with high-risk youth and families preferred.
• Knowledge of the Strategic Prevention Framework highly desired.
• Certified Prevention Professional certification highly preferred; preference for those currently certified.
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain and maintain vehicle insurance is required.

Responsibilities

• Empowers communities to promote alcohol/drug-free lifestyles and helps build community structures that support those lifestyles.
• Encourages and supports coordinated, systemic approaches to prevention of substance abuse.
• Creates and sustains systems and structures that discourage substance abuse and promote healthy behaviors.
• Provides general supervision to participants as needed; reports incidents to supervisor/Program Director.
• Maintains data collection logs daily; attends internal and external team meetings; provides transportation as directed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Report writing & presentations

Education

Bachelors degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary:The Prevention Specialist works to empower local communities, promote alcohol/drug-free lifestyles, and build community structures to support such lifestyles. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.Essential Job Functions:Empowers communities to promote alcohol/drug-free lifestyles, and helps to build community structures that support those lifestyles;Encourages and supports coordinated, systemic approaches to the prevention of substance abuse;Creates and sustain systems and structures that discourage substance abuse, reduce its consequences, and encourage healthy behaviors in children, their families, and other adults;Provides general supervision to participants in WestCare Wisconsins program(s) as needed;Reports to immediate supervisor, any unusual incidents that should be brought to the attention of the Program Director, Regional Vice President or the WestCare Foundation;Attends all internal and external team meetings;Maintains all data collection logs on a daily basis;Provides transportation as directed by immediate supervisor;Assists with overall facility maintenance and general housekeeping;Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation;Performs any other duties as assigned.Certifications/Licensures:Certified Prevention Professional certification highly preferred; Preference will be given to those candidates who are currently Certified;Valid drivers license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required;Education:Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is preferred;High School Diploma or equivalent is required.Experience and Competencies:Ability to analyze situations accurately and develop appropriate responses or techniques required;Ability to communicate effectively in order to facilitate programming and relay information to others as part of an interdisciplinary team required;Ability to develop reports, create presentations and communicate finding to both internal and external audiences required;Professional appearance and demeanor required;Two (2) years of experience in a relevant position is highly preferred;Experience in working with high-risk youth and their families preferred;Experience in the creation and delivery of events and public presentations desirable;Knowledge of the Strategic Prevention Framework highly desired;Knowledge of child development, group dynamics, and behavior modification techniques preferred;Knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to prevention and substance abuse preferred;Ability to promote positive, collaborative, and professional working relations among program participants, co-workers and community based stakeholders highly desired;Professional appearance and demeanor required;Must be sensitive to populations served.Working Conditions:Work is primarily performed in an office or indoor setting;Some outdoor activities and travel between multiple locations may be required;Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment.