Youth Prevention Specialist — Part-Time, Seasonal Programs

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Honesdale (Wayne County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Wayne County Drug & Alcohol is seeking a part-time Prevention Specialist in Honesdale, PA. You will bring prevention programs to students, families, and service providers, working to guide positive change throughout Wayne County.

The role involves planning, education delivery, and collaboration with local committees while emphasizing evidence-based prevention. Telework is not available; schedule follows school calendars and may include evenings.

Qualifications

• One year as Drug and Alcohol Prevention Specialist Trainee.
• Bachelor's Degree in Health Education, Education, the Social or Behavioral Sciences or related fields and one year experience in drug and alcohol prevention work.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Program Planning: Develop prevention programs that meet identified school and community needs
• Community Representation: Serve as the Single County Authority representative on committees and local groups
• Education Delivery: Provide training, lessons, and intervention services to students, parents, educators, and service providers
• Documentation Management: Maintain required records and complete timely data entry in the DDAP prevention management system
• Program Evaluation: Assess program effectiveness, perform needs assessments, and adjust strategies as needed
• SAP Support: Offer consultation, screenings, and support group facilitation as the Drug and Alcohol liaison to SAP teams

Skills

Public speaking

Training delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health Education or related fields

Job description

Wayne County Drug & Alcohol is seeking a part-time Prevention Specialist in Honesdale, PA. You will bring prevention programs to students, families, and service providers, working to guide positive change throughout Wayne County.

The role involves planning, education delivery, and collaboration with local committees while emphasizing evidence-based prevention. Telework is not available; schedule follows school calendars and may include evenings.