Prevention Specialist - Full Time - Coffee County

Jimmy Jazz; Enterprise (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Employee Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Paid Holidays

Earned Time Off

Direct Deposit

Licensure Supervision for LPC/LICSW

Paid CEUs and Licensure Fees

Job summary

SCAMHC in Alabama is seeking a Prevention Specialist to lead substance use prevention and behavioral health education for youth and adults within a CC BCHC framework. You will collaborate with schools, families, businesses, and community partners to reduce risks and promote healthy decision-making.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with relevant experience and/or orientation
• Strong communication, presentation, and community engagement skills
• Ability to work with children, adolescents, adults, schools, and community organizations
• Strong organizational skills to coordinate multiple prevention activities and initiatives
• Knowledge of substance use prevention, behavioral health education, and community-based programming preferred
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with community partners and multidisciplinary teams

Responsibilities

• Provide substance use prevention and behavioral health awareness services to businesses, industries, schools, juvenile justice programs, and other community groups
• Plan, organize, and conduct prevention activities for children and adolescents in schools, after-school programs, summer programs, and other community settings
• Provide educational workshops and prevention programming for adults, families, and community stakeholders
• Promote early intervention, healthy decision-making, resilience, and awareness of behavioral health and substance use resources
• Coordinate and maintain communication regarding prevention activities with staff, schools, and community agencies as directed by the Prevention Director
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with school counselors, educators, community agencies, and other key stakeholders
• Assist with grant-related activities, data collection, documentation, and reporting to support program objectives and CCBHC quality initiatives
• Connect individuals, families, and community partners with appropriate prevention, behavioral health, and support resources within the CCBHC care model
• Support community-wide efforts to reduce substance use risk factors and strengthen protective factors for children, families, and adults

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Community engagement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Job description

• Location 216 North Main St.,Enterprise, AL, 36330,United States
• Employee Type Non-Exempt - FT
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Manage Others No

• Name Sabrina L. Boddy
• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

Description

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Prevention Specialist to join our team in Coffee County. This position operates within a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) model, focusing on prevention, early intervention, behavioral health education, and community engagement. In this role, you will provide substance use prevention activities in accordance with grant and program objectives while working with schools, families, businesses, and community partners to increase awareness, reduce risk factors, and promote healthy decision‑making.

Qualifications:

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field with relevant experience and/or orientation
• Strong communication, presentation, and community engagement skills
• Ability to effectively work with children, adolescents, adults, schools, and community organizations
• Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple prevention activities and initiatives
• Knowledge of substance use prevention, behavioral health education, and community-based programming preferred
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with community partners and multidisciplinary teams

Responsibilities:

• Provide substance use prevention and behavioral health awareness services to businesses, industries, schools, juvenile justice programs, and other community groups
• Plan, organize, and conduct prevention activities for children and adolescents in schools, after‑school programs, summer programs, and other community settings
• Provide educational workshops and prevention programming for adults, families, and community stakeholders
• Promote early intervention, healthy decision‑making, resilience, and awareness of behavioral health and substance use resources
• Coordinate and maintain communication regarding prevention activities with staff, schools, and community agencies as directed by the Prevention Director
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with school counselors, educators, community agencies, and other key stakeholders
• Assist with grant‑related activities, data collection, documentation, and reporting to support program objectives and CCBHC quality initiatives
• Connect individuals, families, and community partners with appropriate prevention, behavioral health, and support resources within the CCBHC care model
• Support community‑wide efforts to reduce substance use risk factors and strengthen protective factors for children, families, and adults

Requirements

ALL candidates must be able to type and have basic computer skills, possess a valid AL driver’s license, eligibility for coverage under center liability insurance and individually held vehicle liability insurance with a clear background check.

Summary

Join Our Caring Team at SCAMHC!

At SCAMHC, we are more than a 501c3 organization; we are a compassionate community dedicated to providing essential services to individuals with mental illness, substance use disorders, and developmental disabilities in Butler, Coffee, Covington, and Crenshaw Counties. Serving approximately 4,500 individuals annually, our mission is driven by our commitment to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we help.

We are deeply rooted in the communities we serve, established by the local governmental entities of Butler, Coffee, Covington, and Crenshaw Counties, as well as the Cities of Opp, Florala, Andalusia, Red Level, Greenville, Brantley, Luverne, Elba, and Enterprise. Our work is supported by the generosity of philanthropic agencies and local government, allowing us to extend our reach to those most in need.

Why Work with Us?

At SCAMHC, we believe that our employees are our greatest asset. We continuously seek dedicated, energetic, and passionate individuals who want to make a difference in our community. Just as we strive to provide the best experience and care for our clients, we are committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that meets the needs of our employees and their families.

Our Benefits Include:

• Medical Insurance
• Employee Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
• Paid Holidays
• Earned Time Off
• Direct Deposit
• Licensure Supervision for LPC/LICSW
• Paid CEUs and Licensure Fees

By joining our team, you'll be part of a supportive and dynamic group dedicated to improving lives and making a positive impact in our community. Come be a part of our mission and help us continue to serve and uplift our community.

Be a part of something greater at SCAMHC!