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Substance Use Prevention Educator
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What they do
A Health Educator creates programs that are designed to teach people and motivate them to follow healthy behaviors. Works with individual patients and families in a health care settings, or develops campaigns and materials directed to larger groups such as college students. Organizes events like health screenings, trainings for peer educators or professionals, or incentive programs like weight loss challenges. May advise on public health policy.
$59,119 / year median in Illinois
+6% projected growth
Job Description
- Bachelor's degree preferred;
- Bilingual, Spanish-speaking preferred;
- DCFS training and mandated reporter certificate required;
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
- Excellent crisis intervention and problem-solving skills;
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to maintain professional boundaries;
- Computer proficiency;
- Reliable transportation;
- Acceptance and respect for diversity of culture, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ability and religious beliefs. Examples of Duties
- Present prevention programs and education to youth in area elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools.
- Present education programs on substance use to professional staff and parents in area schools.
- Prepare and update prevention education materials for distribution throughout service area.
- Provide substance use education to volunteers/new-hires and the larger community as needed.
- Provide information and referral to youth, adults and families seeking services or support.
- Input accurate and complete data into agency database.
- Submit all required documentation in a timely manner.
- Participate in regular staff meetings, staff training programs and supervisory sessions.
- Contribute to the development of positive team relations.
- Act in accordance with MGI policies and procedures.
- Demonstrate integrity and professionalism in interactions with staff, clients, volunteers and donors.
MGI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination on the basis of age, race, religion, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, or mental or physical disability.