Youth Prevention Educator & Outreach Specialist

GULF COAST CENTER; Texas City (TX); Hybrid; USD 42.000 - 62.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Gulf Coast Center in Galveston County is seeking a Prevention Specialist to assist the Prevention Services Program Director in implementing a comprehensive substance use prevention program for youth and families.

You will provide outreach, education, and prevention services across schools and community sites, addressing underage drinking, tobacco use, marijuana, and prescription misuse.

Qualifikationen

• Requires High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum one year experience with clients in a community/nontraditional setting.
• Must be a non-smoker; minimum one year since cessation date.
• Preferred CPS certification or pursuing Associate Prevention Specialist Designation within 20 months of employment.

Aufgaben

• Facilitate youth/parent education groups on topics related to tobacco, alcohol and other drug use.
• Document services per HHSC contractual guidelines and GCC policies; ensure documentation is complete and timely.
• Maintain accurate records for services rendered to support key HHSC measures.
• Plan, assist, coordinate services and activities with community agencies related to family empowerment and prevention.
• Coordinate and conduct community education programs in Galveston and Brazoria Counties; provide outreach.
• Travel within Brazoria and Galveston Counties; may require evenings/weekends.

Jobbeschreibung

Gulf Coast Center in Galveston County is seeking a Prevention Specialist to assist the Prevention Services Program Director in implementing a comprehensive substance use prevention program for youth and families.

You will provide outreach, education, and prevention services across schools and community sites, addressing underage drinking, tobacco use, marijuana, and prescription misuse.