Prevention Specialist (52589)

Job DetailsJob Location: Milwaukee - 335 W Wright - Milwaukee, WI 53212Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $20.00 - $20.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: Up to 25%Job Shift: DayJob Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesPosition Summary: The Prevention Specialist works to empower local communities, promote alcohol/drug-free lifestyles, and build community structures to support such lifestyles. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.  Essential Job Functions: Empowers communities to promote alcohol/drug-free lifestyles, and helps to build community structures that support those lifestyles;  Encourages and supports coordinated, systemic approaches to the prevention of substance abuse;  Creates and sustain systems and structures that discourage substance abuse, reduce its consequences, and encourage healthy behaviors in children, their families, and other adults; Provides general supervision to participants in WestCare Wisconsins program(s) as needed; Reports to immediate supervisor, any unusual incidents that should be brought to the attention of the Program Director, Regional Vice President or the WestCare Foundation; Attends all internal and external team meetings; Maintains all data collection logs on a daily basis; Provides transportation as directed by immediate supervisor; Assists with overall facility maintenance and general housekeeping; Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation; Performs any other duties as assigned. QualificationsCertifications/Licensures: Certified Prevention Professional certification highly preferred; Preference will be given to those candidates who are currently Certified; Valid drivers license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required; Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is preferred;  High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Experience and Competencies:  Ability to analyze situations accurately and develop appropriate responses or techniques required; Ability to communicate effectively in order to facilitate programming and relay information to others as part of an interdisciplinary team required; Ability to develop reports, create presentations and communicate finding to both internal and external audiences required; Professional appearance and demeanor required; Two (2) years of experience in a relevant position is highly preferred; Experience in working with high-risk youth and their families preferred; Experience in the creation and delivery of events and public presentations desirable; Knowledge of the Strategic Prevention Framework highly desired; Knowledge of child development, group dynamics, and behavior modification techniques preferred; Knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to prevention and substance abuse preferred; Ability to promote positive, collaborative, and professional working relations among program participants, co-workers and community based stakeholders highly desired; Professional appearance and demeanor required; Must be sensitive to populations served. Working Conditions: Work is primarily performed in an office or indoor setting; Some outdoor activities and travel between multiple locations may be required; Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment.