School-Based Prevention Specialist - Youth Life Skills

New Horizons of The Treasure Coast, Inc.; Florida; Presencial; USD 38.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health Insurance (including mental)

Dental & Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance (Short/Long-Term)

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Paid Training & Employee Assistance

Life Insurance & Retirement Plan (403b

Opportunities for growth

PSLF Program eligibility

Descripción de la vacante

New Horizons is seeking a caring Prevention Specialist to teach evidence-based prevention curricula to students in grades K-8 and provide tailored substance abuse prevention services. You will foster resilience, collaborate with teachers and families, and maintain case records with compliance.

The role includes reporting, meetings, and community outreach to support mental health awareness. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in a human services field or Florida Certification Board

Formación

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university in counseling, social work, psychology, criminal justice, nursing, rehabilitation, special education, health education, or a related human services field.
• Experience working with children facing substance abuse and/or mental health challenges is preferred.
• Possession of Florida Certification Board certification with 5 years of experience working with children facing substance abuse and/or mental health issues.
• Ability to apply therapeutic aggression management techniques effectively, as needed.

Responsabilidades

• Teach evidence-based prevention education to students in assigned schools.
• Provide individual substance abuse prevention services tailored to youth needs.
• Foster resilience and positive decision-making skills in students.
• Collaborate with teachers, school administrators, families, and community organizations to promote student well-being.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports as required by the agency.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.
• Support school-wide initiatives that foster mental health awareness and substance abuse prevention.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support program effectiveness.

Conocimientos

Classroom teaching

Team collaboration

Reliable transportation

Educación

Bachelor’s degree (counseling, social work, psychology, etc.)

Descripción del empleo

New Horizons is seeking a caring Prevention Specialist to teach evidence-based prevention curricula to students in grades K-8 and provide tailored substance abuse prevention services. You will foster resilience, collaborate with teachers and families, and maintain case records with compliance.

The role includes reporting, meetings, and community outreach to support mental health awareness. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in a human services field or Florida Certification Board