Prevention Specialist

Dermatology Associates of Concord; Shelocta (PA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The Armstrong-Indiana-Clarion Drug and Alcohol Commission is hiring a Full-time Prevention Specialist based in Shelocta to deliver educational and informational services in local schools and communities across Armstrong County on alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. The role involves public presentation, event coordination, program marketing, and youth education.

A Bachelor’s degree in Health Education or related fields is required; Microsoft Office proficiency; ability to obtain clearances to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Education or related field.
• Experience in drug and alcohol prevention preferred.
• Ability to obtain clearances to work with children and a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Deliver educational and informational services in local schools and communities across Armstrong County on alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs.
• Present to the public, coordinate events and meetings, market prevention programs, and educate youth.

Skills

Public speaking

Microsoft Office

Event coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Health Education or related field

Job description

Full-time Prevention Specialist position for the Armstrong-Indiana-Clarion Drug and Alcohol Commission. This position is responsible for instructing educational and informational services in the local schools’ classrooms and communities throughout Armstrong County related to alcohol, tobacco, problem gambling, and other drug prevention. We are looking for someone comfortable presenting to the public, coordinating events and meetings, marketing our programs, and educating youth about substance use prevention. The position does require some evening and weekend hours based on scheduled community events and is housed in Shelocta.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree required in Health Education, Education, the Social or Behavioral Sciences fields, and/or preferably one year’s experience in drug and alcohol prevention work. Applicants should be proficient in Microsoft programs and other computer skills. Candidates must be able to obtain necessary clearances to work with children and have a valid driver's license. Company vehicles are available for travel.

The starting salary is $39,524 with a potential increase after one year with the company.