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Prevention Educator
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Job Posting: Prevention Educator
Employment Type: Full time/35 hours per week
Location: 23 Liberty St Bath NY
Salary: Starting at
$18.00-20.00 depending on years of experience/education level.
As a regional agency of Catholic Charities of the Diocese
of Rochester, Catholic Charities Steuben/Livingston builds communities that
care for all people. We serve all people seeking help in a safe, welcoming and
comforting environment that feels like being home.
If you’re looking for an opportunity to express and explore
your passion for helping others, then join a team that truly makes a difference
DAILY, in people's lives. Don't miss out on being a part of something special!
About the Role:
The Prevention Educator is responsible for providing school
and community-based prevention/education programs on all aspects of alcohol and
drug use, abuse, and addiction.
Key Responsibilities:
• A Prevention Educator may perform a
combination of some or all the below listed responsibilities. Each educator’s
annual work agreement will lay out specific responsibilities for the following
year. This position requires planning and development skills, self-motivation
and the ability to exercise independent judgment and action.
• Develops, Plans and Implements a wide range
of Substance Abuse Prevention Education Programs for Steuben County residents.
These programs may be delivered at Schools—for staff, teachers, administrators
and/or students; or in a community setting---for organization, families and or
individual residents.
• Develops, organizes and executes
community-wide substance abuse-related conferences.
• Acts as liaison to the “Self –Help”
community. Assists in clearinghouse activities that link people to “Self –Help”
and other community organizations. Assists “Self –Help” community in acquiring
information and/or resources needed by those affected by substance abuse.
• Linking people with resources and
organizations that will help them advocate for themselves regarding current
substance abuse issues.
• Represents the agency and substance abuse
issues at community/school events such as Health Fairs, community celebrations,
etc.
• Represents the agency on committees,
coalitions and task forces, where they help develop, plan and execute programs
and activities that create awareness and education on a broad range of
prevention issues.
• Develops and provides written reports,
statistics and documentation of activities monthly. Assists with research and
data collection as needed.
• Duties and responsibilities as assigned by
the Prevention Program Services Manager.
Qualifications:
·
Bachelor’s degree in
psychology, Social Work or related field.
·
OR Associate’s degree and equivalent work
experience
·
One year of work
experience in a similar capacity.
Relevant combination of education and experience will be
considered
Preferred Skills:
·
Ability to establish
support and relate to a diverse client population including school personnel.
·
Knowledge of
substance abuse related counseling issues.
·
Adheres to all
applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited
to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and
documentation standards. All duties must be performed in accordance with CCDR’s
corporate compliance and ethics program.
·
Possess excellent
verbal and written communication skills.
·
Ability to multi-task
and prioritize duties.
·
Willingness to foster
agency, department and program wide cooperation and teamwork through use of
positive/constructive communication techniques.
·
Ability to maintain
absolute confidentiality regarding all records reviewed including consumer
records, employee records and billing records.
·
Proficiency and
experience with PC’s and Microsoft applications.
·
Ability to analyze
and interpret data and to handle problem resolution.
·
Possession of a valid
NYS Driver’s license and a driver's record considered acceptable by agency and
insurance carrier.
·
Continuous use of a
reliable, registered, and insured vehicle.
·
Demonstrate
commitment to Agency Mission Statement.
·
Provide effective,
equitable, understandable, and respectful quality care and services that are
responsive to diverse cultural health beliefs and practices, preferred
languages, health literacy and other communication needs.
Top Benefits and Perks:
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to apply on the Catholic
Charities of Steuben/Livingston website at www.ccsteubenlivingston.org/join-our-team/
Join us and help make a positive impact in our community!
***Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging
the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our
agencies and our people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet