Prevention Specialist - Amarillo, TX

Cenikor Foundation; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Cenikor Foundation is seeking a part-time Prevention Specialist to deliver substance use education to youth in schools and community settings around Amarillo. The role involves weekly travel to schools, presenting programs, screening participants, and connecting families with resources.

You will document files, report HHSC measures, and maintain compliance while collaborating with prevention leaders to uphold Cenikor's core principles and support positive outcomes for students and communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education or related field.
• Experience working with adolescents in group settings preferred.
• Experience in school settings with classroom management preferred.
• Trained in Positive Action Prevention Curriculum preferred.

Responsibilities

• Travel to schools in the Amarillo area weekly.
• Provide substance use education programs to youth in school and community settings.
• Screen youth for curriculum education groups and identify needs for referrals to outside agencies.
• Document and maintain program files according to guidelines; report measures to HHSC.

Skills

Public speaking

Time management

Strong communication

Networking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education or related field

Tools

MS Outlook calendar

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cenikor's Value Proposition - What's Your Why?

• PURPOSE in your work - service to others, giving back to your community, helping to save lives, being fulfilled at work. See how we served last year.
• COMPETITIVE PAY, BENEFITS, PAID TIME OFF, TUITION REIMBURSEMENT, up to 10% 401K - we hire and reward high performers.
• Benefits for full-time team members include Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life & AD&D, LTD, STD, Accident, Critical Illness, HRA/FSA
• STABILITY and GROWTH - more than 55 years in business - our strong financial processes support our drive to serve more people and ensure stability for our team members.
• CONTINUOUS LEARNING & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - we are committed to developing our leaders in their desired career path and promoting from within. We have Cenikor Career Pathways Program that you can join after 90 days of employment. We also have an annual leadership development program with assigned mentors to help you achieve your professional goals. More than 25% of our total employees have been promoted the last 4 years.
• STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS - The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) forgives your qualified student loans if working for a non-profit for a specific period of time. Find out more here.
• If you like purposeful hard work, serving others and having FUN with your team while achieving goals, Cenikor will be the right place for you!

Schedule: Part Time - varies based on programs

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Direct Services

• Traveling to schools in the Amarillo area weekly. Mileage is reimbursed on a monthly basis.
• Provide substance use and misuse educational programs to youth grades 1-12 in school and community settings.
• Screen youth for curriculum education groups, and identify needs for referrals to outside agencies.
• Provide tobacco, alcohol and substance use awareness presentations for youth and adults through.
• National or State Campaigns-Red Ribbon Week, National Drug Facts Week and other similar events.
• Participate in program evaluation on an ongoing basis.
• Provide positive activities to youth and adults on health and wellness topics.
• Participate in community mobilization efforts through local health fairs, schools and at other events sponsored by local partners.
• Serve as a Cenikor representative to assigned schools and community partners.
• Establish and maintain positive professional relationships with schools and community partners.

Administration

• Document and maintain program files according to federal, state, and Cenikor guidelines.
• Report on a monthly and quarterly basis HHSC program measures and curriculum outcomes for attainment of program goals.
• Attend and participate in Team meetings and supervision meetings with Prevention Manager.
• Maintain compliance with federal and state regulatory standards as well as contract standards and Cenikor policies and procedures.
• Maintain professional development as required by federal, and state guidelines to meet compliance regulations.
• Work closely with Sr. Prevention Manager to uphold the core principles of Cenikor's culture and create a positive working environment for all team members.
• Perform additional duties as assigned and consistent with the exempt functions as assigned in this job description.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION:

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Experienced and/or knowledgeable in providing educational programs to youth and adults.
• Experienced in working with diverse population.
• Excellent public speaker and customer service provider.
• Excellent time management skills to meet aggressive deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Effective communication and networking skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software required, including MS Outlook calendar.
• Ability to consistently uphold the Core Principles of Cenikor's Culture with all team members:
  • Demonstrate mission of service to our clients
  • Positive, respectful communication with both staff and clients
  • Demonstrate self-motivation and perseverance to achieve goals
  • Role model appropriate, professional behaviors including appropriate client boundaries
  • Work effectively as part of a team, helping to set up others for success

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education or other related field required

Experience:

• Experience working in group settings with adolescents preferred
• Experience in school settings with classroom management preferred
• Experience in prevention/substance use field preferred
• Trained in Positive Action Prevention Curriculum preferred

Licensure:

• Associate Prevention Specialist certification within 20 months of employment required.