Prevention Specialist SU Focus (55016)

Ames, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Every conversation matters. Every connection counts. This is how change begins.

YSS is looking for a dedicated compassionate and genuine full-time Substance Use Prevention Specialist!

The Substance Use Prevention Specialist will promote implement and maintain evidence-based prevention programming for youth and/or adults in Boone County The Specialist will work in collaboration with prevention staff local community coalitions and schools in implementing and promoting prevention programs with a focus on Substance Use Prevention programs. The Specialist will assist in the promotion of assigned prevention and youth development efforts for youth and community members of the assigned counties. Other responsibilities include:

Substance UsePrevention Efforts: Prepping delivering and reporting on substance useprevention programs including:
- delivery of science-based substance usecurricula
- community consultation on substance use topicssuch as reproductive health healthy relationships etc.
- participation in coalitions and
- other substance use education delivery.
Other Prevention Efforts as needed: Prepping delivering and reporting other Prevention Programs including
- the delivery of science-based adolescent pregnancy prevention curricula
- youth development
- youth employment
- community consultation on substance use
- participation in coalitions and
- other prevention education delivery.
Summer Enrichment Efforts:
- maintaining responsibility for theday-to-day operation of the Summer Enrichment Program
- planning scheduling and facilitating for an assigned group of students in Summer Enrichment services as needed
- contactingand recruitingcommunity businesses or agencies to employ at-risk youth and
- placing youth in jobs aligned with their interests/talents.

This description 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.
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.

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. Additionally we ask for the following:

MUST HAVES - Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree in education child development family environment sociology or social work.
Two years of experience working with youth in a group setting.
- or
Associates degree in education child development family environment sociology or social work.
Four years of experienceworking with youth in a group setting.
- plus
Completion of the Prevention Specialist certification is required within 24 months of employment
Travel including transporting clients is required for this position. For YSS insurance purposes you must:
- be 21 years of age
- have a valid state-issued drivers license
- have a clean driving record and
- have adequate insurance coverage per YSS policy.

SHOULD HAVES - Preferred Qualifications

Have a Teaching Certificate
Be a skilled public speaker writer and listener able to share information and concepts with variousaudiences.
Understandissues of substance use substance use disorders and the needs of youth facing substance use and dependency.
Understandavailablechemical dependency treatment interventions and other intervention strategies available to address these needs.

The IDEAL candidate will:

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 someone who shows upconsistently compassionately and without needing the spotlight. You care deeply about young people and believe they deserve support structure and a real shot at something better. You can hold boundaries with kindness stay grounded when things get tough and meet people where they are without judgment.

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.

* Applicable Degrees: Adolescent Psychology Child and Adolescent Mental Health Education Family Science Family Studies Human Services Psychology Public Administration Public Health Social Work Youth Development Youth Services

Keywords: Abuse Addiction Advocacy Analysis Assessment At-risk Behavioral Care Case CBT Centered Client Coach Cognitive Community Coordination Counseling Crisis Detox Develop Education Engagement Evaluation Evidence-Based Facilitation Family Flexibility Group Health Holistic Human Individual Informed Inpatient Intervention Living Management Mental Monitoring Motivational Outpatient Outreach Peer Personalized Planning Plans Prevention Program Psychiatry Psychology Recovery Rehabilitation Relapse Services Sober Social Specialist Substance Support Technique Therapeutic Therapy Trauma Treatment Use Wellness

Required Experience:

DescriptionEvery conversation matters. Every connection counts. This is how change begins.YSS is looking for a dedicated compassionate and genuine full-time Substance Use Prevention Specialist!The Substance Use Prevention Specialist will promote implement and maintain evidence-based prevention progr...