Substance Use Early-Intervention Coordinator (54456)

Ames, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Empowering communities. Strengthening youth. Preventing substance use.

YSS is looking for a Statewide Substance Use Early Intervention Coordinator a dedicated empathetic professional who can build partnerships inspire youth leadership and transform evidence-based prevention programs into meaningful impact across collaboration with the Statewide Prevention Manager this role supports the promotion implementation and ongoing quality of statewide substance use prevention and early intervention programs.

Working closely with YSS staff schools community agencies coalitions subcontractors and other stakeholders the Coordinator helps design and deliver programs that are inclusive evidence-based and trauma-informed. Central to this work is fostering hope and providing meaningful opportunities for youth and community members to access education resources and support services that strengthen resilience and well-being.

What Youll Do...

Lead the coordination implementation and evaluation of statewide substance use prevention and early intervention programs.
Supervise and support Prevention Specialists interns and volunteers to ensure high-quality program delivery.
Deliver evidence-based substance use curricula and specialized initiatives including statewide prevention education.
Empower youth as leaders encouraging public engagement board participation and community involvement.
Build strong partnerships with schools community agencies coalitions and stakeholders to expand program reach.
Promote programs through public speaking media outreach and statewide engagement.
Manage program data reporting and compliance with grant and agency requirements.
Participate in trainings staff meetings and other organizational activities.

This is not a complete list of the responsibilities of this position. Duties may change at any time.

What We Provide...

We believe in your potential we meet you where you are and we invest in your future. Beyond the meaningful work YSS provides the following benefits:

Supportive leadership team and mission-driven culture.
Flexibility and autonomy in a collaborative environment.
Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits.
- Health insurance
- Voluntary dental insurance
- Voluntary vision insurance
- Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
- Supplemental accident critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance
- Professional liability insurance coverage
- Flexible spending account/health savings account
- Supplemental compensation award
Generous Paid Time off and Leave
- Four weeks of paid time off (PTO)
- Volunteer time off
- Paid holiday leave
- Birthday holiday
Wellness Program Opportunities
- Paid membership to the Athletic Club of Ames
- Employee Assistance Program for all employees
- Flu shots
- Mental health support
YSS is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer.
403(b) retirement offerings

If this sounds like work youd be proud to doand a team youd want to grow withwed love to hear from you. Lets do meaningful work together.

Qualifications

We want to create a world where youth are valued and empowered to stand strong. To do this we ask our staff to embrace YSS core values - Commitment Collaboration Compassion Innovation Integrity and a Can Do Spirit.

MUST HAVES - Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree in education child development human services family environment sociology social work or a related field or an Associates degree with equivalent relevant experience and skills.
Minimum of two years of experience in prevention youth development or related work.
- Experienceshould include public speaking and working with adults and youth in a group setting.
Motivational Interviewing certification (or willingness to obtain after starting employment).
- If applicable certification is required after 24 months of full-time employment.

SHOULD HAVES - Preferred Qualifications

Experience in Motivational Interviewing recording keeping and group facilitation.
Strong problem-solving skills using active listening critical thinking and sound judgment.
Professionalism and the ability to represent YSS with integrity and confidence.
Excellent communication and writing skills.
Ability to manage resources effectively.
Ability to manage ones own time and the time of others.
Ability to coordinate and work collaboratively with colleagues and community partners.

The IDEAL candidate:

Be rooted in purpose and driven by equity inclusion and positive social impact.
Bring humility respect and cultural awareness to every interaction.
Speaks a languagein addition to English (especially one spoken in our communities).

Who You Are...

Youre a compassionate trauma-informed professional who sees prevention work as a chance to create hope resilience and real change. You thrive collaborating with youth families schools and community partners turning evidence-based programs into meaningful opportunities. You listen deeply adapt with empathy and bring vision organization and heart to every projectmotivated by strengthening communities amplifying youth voices and making a lasting impact.

We Celebrate Your Story...

Have you navigated recovery from addiction mental health challenges trauma or housing instabilityYour lived experience offers a unique compassionate perspective that can inspire real change. By sharing your story and serving as a role model or mentor you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth and families.Your journey matters. If youre ready to use it to uplift and empower others we warmly encourage you to apply.

Who We Are...

Were YSS - one of Iowas oldest & largest nonprofits dedicated to putting kids first. Our mission To spark hope create opportunities and help young people thrive. With life-changing programs an enthusiastic leadership team and our brand-new 50-acre recovery campus were growing fast and thinking big. Check us out at !

At YSS we celebrate the unique backgrounds identities and experiences that each team member brings. As an Equal Opportunity Employer were dedicated to creating a respectful inclusive and empowering environment where everyone can grow and succeed. And were always working to do better together.

YSS is a nicotine-free workplace.

Heads Up! Dont Miss Our Messages! - We communicate with applicants via email - straight from our Paycom system. So be sure to keep an eye on your inbox (and your spam/junk folder too). Got questions Email - were happy to help!

The YSS Hiring Process

Apply - Fill out the online app at - Well check out your skills and experience.
Interview - Phone video or in-person - well chat and get to know you.
References - Send us three people who can sing your praises.
Screening - Background and driving checks (plus license verification if needed).
Offer - If its a match youll get a formal offer through Paycom.

Required Experience:

DescriptionEmpowering communities. Strengthening youth. Preventing substance use.YSS is looking for a Statewide Substance Use Early Intervention Coordinator a dedicated empathetic professional who can build partnerships inspire youth leadership and transform evidence-based prevention programs into ...