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Job Description
Assists with developing, implementing, and monitoring substance abuse prevention programs; works with families and agency or private practice providers to help plan for youth behavioral health care needs, to include screening to determine the level of need and assisting families in locating and securing services; collaborates with school, department, and county staff to provide prevention programs to students, staff, and families.
Location:
Willow Oaks Administrative Center Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist I Percent Full-Time:
Chief Academic Office/ Special Services/ Intervention & Prevention Services Re-Adv.
Position:
No Qualifications:
Required Bachelor's degree in behavioral health, psychology, social work, nursing, counseling, or a related field. One (1) year of clinical experience in counseling, working with youth and families as a counselor and/or in a substance abuse treatment program. Advanced degree(s) beyond the minimum degree requirement in a relevant field may be considered for some experience. Knowledge of the principles, theories, and methods of behavioral health services and social development of the individual. Knowledge of assessment processes and interviewing techniques. Knowledge of existing public and private agencies and community resources. Ability to apply evidence-based behavioral health treatment methods and social development theory. Ability to manage a caseload. Ability to maintain records and prepare reports. Ability to determine levels and limits of confidentiality. Ability to establish rapport and maintain effective relationships with students and families within the diverse school community. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, public and private organizations, community groups, and the general public. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Preferred Licensure or certification as a substance abuse counselor. Bilingual skills in a language other than English.
Posting Title:
Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist I Job Type:
Special Services Salary Range:
$64,200 - $111,432
Major Duties/Essential Functions:
Works with school and departmental staff and county personnel to develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive substance abuse prevention programs within the designated pyramid or program. Conducts alcohol and drug screenings, assessments, and screenings for other high-risk behaviors. Assists students and families in obtaining services to address identified needs. Works closely with families and community service providers to identify and overcome barriers to accessing treatment. Participates within multi-tiered system of support teams. Delivers psychoeducation presentations to students, teachers and other school staff, and families, which include addiction stages, risk factors, triggers, self-regulation, and healthy alternatives. Administers student outreach sessions such as group discussions, student lunch and learns, supplementary health and physical education learning opportunities, student targeted messaging through newsletters and social media, etc. Provides education to families regarding substance abuse trends, prevention and intervention strategies, and available support systems. Collaborates with school counselors, school psychologists, school social workers, and alcohol and other drug seminar teachers to implement effective evidence-based prevention and intervention strategies and programs. Interacts with the Fairfax County Police Department, Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board, Fairfax County Health Department, and many other local neighborhood and community service agencies. Conducts short-term, evidence-based intervention groups. Maintains student caseload records according to federal, state, and school regulations, ensuring they are complete, accurate, and comprehensive. Performs related duties as required or assigned.
Work Environment/Physical Requirements:
This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
