POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Prevention Supervisor, the Prevention Specialist is responsible for the education of high-risk youth and families using the research-based curriculum.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

In addition to all components of the above position summary the following Essential Duties and Responsibilities are essential to successful performance in this position

1. Responsible for accurate completion of monthly reports and other documentation related to the progress of participants in the program.
2. Promotes and utilizes a research-based curriculum as designated by the program contract for youth and/or families.
3. Presents facilitate, and co-facilitates various group, individual, family, and public education presentations.
4. Conducts pre-tests and post-tests on all participants as designated by the program contract
5. Provides crisis intervention and referrals for participants as needed
6. Attends and participates in the local school, community, staff, and other meetings in accordance with program needs.
7. Provides youth supervision in all program activities.
8. Adheres to the professional ethics and conduct of standards as established by Phoenix House policies.
9. Coordinates and develops community resources and referrals.
10. Coordinates and facilitates activities that include meals, snacks, field trips, arts & crafts projects, and sports activities.
11. Attends all required staff training sessions in accordance with Phoenix House and state licensing requirements, completes all training on time
12. Attends and participates in program and all staff meetings
13. Adheres to and promotes the Phoenix House Mission, Vision, and Values while acting as a role model for others
14. Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The incumbent in this position has no supervisory responsibilities

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CREDENTIALS

• Degree in education, social work, or related field preferred.
• Certified Prevention Specialist designation preferred
• Two years' experience working with youth in chemical dependency prevention, intervention, or treatment setting. One-year of experience working with families is preferred for programs with family programs.
• Must maintain a valid Drivers' License, have proof of automobile insurance and maintain a safe driving record based on Phoenix House policy

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

To perform this position successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required

• Demonstrated commitment and adherence to Phoenix House Mission, Vision, and Values: I CARE For? Integrity, Collaboration Appreciation, Respect, Excellence, and Forward-Thinking
• Proficiency in MS Office systems
• Ability to demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills with youth, team members, parents, and community contacts.
• Ability to effectively present material to facilitate learning and life skill development in youth
• Ability to effectively manage classroom while presenting educational material
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced changing environment
• Ability to establish and consistently enforce appropriate boundaries with patients
• Ability to model positive behavior and demeanor
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to be flexible; problem solver, self-directed; customer service-oriented, and collaborative
• Skills and ability to engage and develop a rapport with patients and families of various backgrounds
• Bilingual in Spanish