Restorative Justice & Youth Prevention Outreach Specialist

Easterseals NH; Middlebury (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision”

Life & Disability Insurance

PTO accrual starting day 1

9 paid holidays + floating holiday

Job summary

Easterseals VT is seeking a Balanced and Restorative Justice Prevention Outreach Specialist to support prevention of youth substance misuse. You will collaborate with Addison County schools, administer YAFS and YASI, and connect families with community resources.

You will document referrals monthly and participate in VPLO-related activities to advance prevention efforts. The role requires a Bachelor's/Associate/HS diploma with relevant experience, a valid driver's license, and reliable

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 1 year relevant experience, OR Associate's degree with 4 years' relevant experience, OR HS Diploma or equivalent with 8 years' relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with schools to identify chronically absent youth and provide referrals to community health and social services.
• Administer the Youth Attendance Family Survey (YAFS) including SDOH and ACES questions to assess risk and build protective factors.
• Administer the Youth Assessment Screening Instrument (YASI) as appropriate and make referrals indicated by YAFS/YASI.
• Complete monthly documentation on each referral and submit reports with referrals, protective factors, attendance, and harm reduction.
• Attend trainings and meetings with VPLO Coordinator and DSU Prevention Consultants to implement evidence-based strategies.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with DCF and Easterseals staff while upholding confidentiality.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Reliable transportation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

HS Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Easterseals VT is seeking a Balanced and Restorative Justice Prevention Outreach Specialist to support prevention of youth substance misuse. You will collaborate with Addison County schools, administer YAFS and YASI, and connect families with community resources.

You will document referrals monthly and participate in VPLO-related activities to advance prevention efforts. The role requires a Bachelor's/Associate/HS diploma with relevant experience, a valid driver's license, and reliable