Youth Prevention Specialist

ALVIS; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Long-term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Matching 401k

Holidays

Vacation and Sick Leave

Supplemental Insurances

Job summary

Alvis Inc. seeks a Youth Prevention Specialist to deliver prevention programming for youth in the Columbus area.

You will promote social and emotional health, support school success, and work in a team to implement activities ranging from sports and nutrition to STEAM projects. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 6 months of relevant experience, a valid driver's license, and completing the Ohio Certified Prevention Specialist Assistant certification within 18 months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 6 months experience working with children in an educational or recreational setting.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must complete Ohio Certified Prevention Specialist Assistant within 18 months of employment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide prevention programming and activities promoting social and emotional health.
• Lead students to accomplish program objectives.
• Collaborate with team and use trauma-responsive care strategies.

Skills

MS Office

Driver's license

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Base Pay $18.00 - $20.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Non Exempt FT
• Required Degree High school

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

Career Details:

We are seeking a passionate Youth Prevention Specialist with experience working with children to join our team of professionals in the Columbus area. As an Alvis Youth Prevention Specialist, you will provide a range of prevention programming and activities that promote social and emotional health and well-being. This includes alcohol, tobacco, and drug intervention initiatives to youth in a team environment while ensuring the use of trauma-responsive care strategies for all clients.

This position will embody the Family & Children’s Team mission to support youth success in school and in life. Working collaboratively with team members, the successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to lead students in accomplishing established program objectives.

Programming activities for school-age youth may include but are not limited to the following: sports and fitness, cooking and nutrition, outdoor education, music, dance, photography, visual arts, theatre and drama, and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics).

Requirements

Education: Highschool diploma or GED

Experience: 6 months experience working with children in an educational setting and/or recreational setting

MUST HAVE A VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE

Certification: Must complete and maintain Ohio Certified Prevention Specialist Assistant certification within 18 months of employment provided by the employer

Skills and Abilities:

Computer Skills:Proficient in all Microsoft office applications and skilled in operation of personal computer, peripheral equipment (e.g., copier, fax, printers).

Summary

COMPETITIVE WAGES AND BENEFITS

• Employer-Paid Life Insurance, Long-term Disability, Employee Assistance Program
• Matching 401k
• Holidays
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Supplemental Insurances Available

Join our team to make a difference in people’s lives, every day. Together, we can make a difference.

Looking for a career? Join our team!

Alvis Inc. can help you fulfill that career goal. Our programs directly impact 8,000 men and women and indirectly impact tens of thousands more. At Alvis, as our vision states, we believe a person’s potential is more important than their past and strive to give individuals the inspiration, encouragement and the tools they need to turn their lives around 180 degrees.