Prevention Education Specialist Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

Prevention Education Specialist 3.0 3.0 out of 5 stars Raleigh, NC 27610 Prevention Education Specialist – Full Time Join a supportive team who values Compassion, Excellence, Collaboration, Inclusion, Hope, & Authenticity! As our Prevention Education Specialist, you will be responsible for planning, developing, managing and facilitating Too Good for Drugs prevention education program. It is a multi-session program delivered throughout Wake County middle/high schools. The program delivers primary prevention education to community agencies using the strategies of community engagement and community mobilization. The Specialist will manage all data, reporting, and activity tracking for grant compliance. Pay $21.00 per hour Schedule Mon- Thurs 10a-7p, Fridays 8a-4p. Benefits Being a part of a non-profit behavioral health organization has some unique benefits, along with our incredible health insurance options. Working here at SouthLight, you will be able to make a difference in people’s lives every day, and know that you are a part of inspiring positive change in your community. Full-time employees are eligible for medical benefits the first of the month 30 days after hire date. Options for a standard plan and an HSA plan with a $300 initial contribution and up to a $25 per paycheck match. 10 paid holidays and PTO hours which accrue at a rate of 10 hours per month. After 6 months employees are eligible to enroll in our 401(k) plan which has a 4% match. Company paid life insurance, short and long term disability, in house and paid training opportunities, and additional pay for working holidays. SouthLight provides mileage reimbursement. We are also an approved employer for the PSLF (Public Student Loan Forgiveness) Program. Job Responsibilities of a Prevention Education Specialist Design and implement school-based curriculum, training presentations, and attend community meetings Maintain accurate statistics and monthly reports Design, develop and maintain all primary prevention and community education marketing Demonstrate a clear understanding of and commitment to primary prevention, community organizing, and community planning Build, cultivate, and maintain relationships with Wake County schools and other agencies to assure ongoing program improvement, participation, and evaluation Act consistently with agency’s mission and values help promote the same throughout the agency Attend all staff meetings and supervisions and provide detail updates regarding prevention program and strategies Educate families on additional adolescent services and programs within the agency Qualifications of a Prevention Education Specialist Educational and Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Public Health, Counseling, or related field Licensure/Certifications Meets requirements for QP status according to 10ANAC 27G.0104 Certified Substance Abuse Counselor preferred, but not required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Bilingual preferred Excellent written and verbal communication Excellent organizational skills Ability to make independent judgment and decisions Microsoft Office (Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc…) Classroom management skills Innovative presentation and public speaking skills Wake County Resources About SouthLight Healthcare Tap into your passion at SouthLight Healthcare. Build your career in an environment where your voice, passion and work matters every day. At the core of SouthLight is a commitment to our values, our employees and clients. We strive to be an organization where every colleague can contribute and excel. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to building a culture that values diversity and inclusion. SouthLight offers competitive opportunities and a robust benefits package. Founded in 1970, SouthLight Healthcare is one of the area’s largest and long-established nonprofit providers of substance use treatment and mental health services. With outpatient and community-based programs, SouthLight provides prevention, education and treatment services in the Triangle and beyond. SouthLight has multiple office locations throughout the Triangle area, serving more than 9,000 clients each year. Services include adult outpatient counseling, Intensive Outpatient Program, Psychiatric Services and Medication Management, Opioid Treatment Program, Court Deferral Program, Peer Support Services, Family Centered Treatment, Community Support Team and a residential treatment program for women and children and more. We agree not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex. Employment offers are contingent upon a satisfactory pre-employment drug screen. Professional references will be checked and criminal, abuse, driving, and fraud background reports will be obtained. Unsatisfactory results of any of these reports may result in SouthLight withdrawing the offer.