EFR is a 2025 Top Workplace by The Des Moines Register, now 5 years running! Bachelors degree is required for this position focusing of Substance Abuse Prevention. EFR seeks a Prevention Specialist who will implement substance abuse prevention programming, with responsibilities that may extend to problem gambling prevention. in a professional and positive manner in one or more of the following Iowa counties: Polk, Jasper, Marion, and Warren. This direct service role requires public speaking proficiency; final candidates will be invited to present a short presentation at the end of the interview process .

Purpose:

To implement substance abuse prevention programming in a professional and positive manner in one or more of the following counties: Jasper, Marion, Polk, and Warren. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for delivering up to 50% direct service hours utilizing the current Prevention Work plans: (25%)
• Strategically balancing prevention efforts using assigned time allocations, the stage of Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) that our grant is focused on and meeting other grant outcomes. (25%)
• Responsible for accurately tracking and reporting data and outcomes for funders by completing time reports to meet deadlines. (20%)
• Serve as a community resource by providing prompt and professional services to both internal and external customers at all times. Contributes to a positive and productive prevention team atmosphere. (15%)
• Responsible for increasing prevention knowledge by attending substance abuse and or problem gambling prevention conferences, on-line training courses and following the requirements to become certified by 18 months of employment with the EFR Prevention team.

(10%) Other (5%): Compliance with all applicable EFR policies and procedures including privacy and security Complete other duties as requested by supervisor or other administrative personnel Serve as a role model by representing the values of Employee & Family Resources Continuous development of cultural competence Qualifications Education Bachelor degree in public health, education, human services, or related field from an accredited college or university, or related work experience. Teaching, public health, or prevention certification desirable. Skills Excellent verbal and written communication Knowledge of human development concepts and applications Computer literacy Efficient time management Great attention to detail and preparation Self-motivated team player Proficient public speaker with effective relationship-building skills Certifications Prevention Specialist Certification from the Iowa Board of Certification will be required within in the first 18 months of employment. Physical Extensive travel within Polk Jasper, Marion, and Warren counties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Hiring Note:

EFR continues to deliver services in a hybrid manner (in-person & virtual). Interviewing will occur virtually -onboarding training will be in person. The Prevention Specialist role will be staffed in a hybrid manner with the in-person workdays being located in downtown Des Moines and the various businesses in the counties this role provides services. EFR employees working in person may be asked to wear a mask. Apply Human Resources is currently accepting resumes for this position. If you are interested, please apply at www.

EFR.org under the Who We Are tab, then Careers. Employee & Family Resources, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Des Moines, IA 50309 (Required)

Work Location:

In person