Student Assistance Prevention Specialist

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany; City of Amsterdam (NY); On-site; USD 26,139 - 37,229; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Ongoing training and development

Recognition and Awards

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

A community service nonprofit is seeking a Student Assistance Prevention Specialist in New York. This pivotal role involves implementing prevention and intervention programs in schools, assisting with curriculum development, and training staff. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and experience working with youth. Offering a minimum salary of $23 per hour, this position fosters a collaborative environment with generous time off and ongoing training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Psychology, or Education fields.
• 1-3 years experience with youth, schools, families, and presentations.
• Valid Driver's License and reliable vehicle required.
• CPP or CPS OASAS credential preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for prevention and intervention activities at designated sites.
• Assist in developing comprehensive prevention curriculum.
• Provide training to teachers on specific prevention programs.
• Participate in community organizations and district-wide responsibilities.
• Help students make personal adjustments with Early Intervention services.

Skills

Youth engagement

Presentation skills

Intervention techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Psychology, or Education

Job description

Overview

Join us in our mission as a Student Assistance Prevention Specialist at Catholic Charities of Fulton & Montgomery Counties.

Imagine yourself as part of an organization with a profound commitment to making a positive impact. When you choose Catholic Charities, you step into a world of endless opportunities, where your efforts collectively contribute to a brighter community. We consider it a privilege to make a meaningful difference, and we love what we do.

As the Student Assistance Prevention Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in individuals' lives, making a significant impact through:

• Being responsible for all of the prevention and intervention activities at designated sites as well as operating the intervention part of the program as required or requested by the Program Director and contract responsibilities.
• Assisting school administration, students and staff in developing a comprehensive prevention curriculum, peer leadership and/or data collection as needed or requested by Program Director.
• Providing training to teachers and school personnel on specific prevention programs. Provide follow up services and materials to teachers working with prevention curriculum.
• Actively participate in various appropriate community organizations, and other district wide responsibilities that may present themselves as.
• Assist in helping students in the school to make desirable personal adjustments with self and others if provide EBP Early Intervention or Counseling services.

Student Assistance Prevention Specialist Minimum Salary: $23.00

Student Assistance Prevention Specialist Maximum Salary: $23.00

Student Assistance Prevention Specialist Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 3:30pm

This is a 10-month reoccurring position

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Psychology, or Education fields
• 1-3 years of experience with youth, schools, families, and giving presentations
• Must have a Valid Driver's License and working reliable vehicle
• CPP or CPS OASAS credential (preferred)

Benefits

We value work-life balance and offer some stellar benefits:

• For benefit-eligible positions:
• Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day)
• We offer our Benefits Brochure
• Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing training and development
• Recognition and Awards
• A collaborative team culture

Equal Opportunity and Rights

Catholic Charities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a workplace where every individual can shine their brightest.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law:

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)