The Center for Youth Services, Inc.
Prevention Education Specialist
The Center for Youth Services, Inc., Rochester, New York, United States
Prevention Education Specialist
$1000 Hiring Bonus
A Prevention Education Specialist is responsible for developing and delivering research‑based curriculum with fidelity, including youth and adult planned duplication sessions, trainings, and multi‑session psycho‑education groups regarding alcohol and drug use, chemical dependency and other related topics relevant to youth, families and those who work with youth. The role involves promoting/marketing the Center's prevention services and providing outreach via information dissemination on the full array of collaboration services provided by the Center for Youth. The Specialist may also fulfil duties of the Social Learning Specialist in absence and may be cross‑trained in that position.
Overview Full‑time, 12‑month position. Routine work hours overlap the school day 37.5 hours per week. Special events or projects may take place during early evenings occasionally.
Essential Functions and Examples of Duties
Implement needs assessment
Facilitate trainings including research‑based curriculum with fidelity and planned duplication sessions
Develop and maintain resource files and outlines
Complete accurate and timely records, service reports, evaluations and monthly QA reports
Design services based on curriculum and teacher needs assessments
Record keeping (pre/post testing)
Provide referral readiness support to teachers
Perform other duties as assigned
Participate in monthly individual and group supervision and weekly agency trainings
Outreach and information dissemination
Intake, needs assessment and service planning
Knowledge of school policies and procedures
Employment Guidelines
Be youth and family friendly
Adhere to ethical conduct
Demonstrate professionalism, i.e., timely, dependable, responsible, flexible
Be non‑judgmental and respectful
Be creative
Possess dynamic platform and facilitation skills
Be a self‑starter
Model principles of inclusion and tolerance
Be youth‑centered and positive
Understand urban issues
Have strong literacy skills
Conduct research on prevention theory and best practices
Have knowledge of asset development; risk and protective factors; positive youth development; child and adolescent development principles; community resources
Effectively promote knowledge and skills development and positive behaviors
Have the ability to positively engage with key stakeholders
Possess effective communication skills (listening and speaking; written and verbal)
Work well both independently and as part of a team
Be able to provide leadership when requested
Be able to establish effective working relationships with school and center staff
Adolescent development including positive youth development, asset development, risk reduction and protective factors, child and adolescent development principles
Youth‑serving systems
Community resources
Client advocacy
Cultural Sensitivity The Center delivers services to youth and families from many racial, ethnic, cultural, social and lifestyle groups. All staff are required to attend professional development trainings and continually enhance their understanding of cultural diversity. Staff are expected to respect and honor cultural and human diversity.
Qualifications One to three years of directly related experience with proven platform skills and the ability to facilitate experiential groups. Minimum of a Bachelors Degree in an Education or Human Service related field. Advanced degrees or certifications preferred.
Required Candidate Criteria (Prior to Hire)
Authorization for the agency to obtain driving record information
Valid driver’s license with insurance acceptable to agency and regular access to a motor vehicle
Automobile insurance with minimum $100,000 per person/$300,000 per accident bodily injury and $50,000 property damage
Physical Requirements Candidates must be capable of autonomous mobility to provide prevention services in multiple settings including the Center House, Center offices, schools and community locations throughout the county.
Computer Skills Recommended
Microsoft Office – Advanced
Internet Explorer – Advanced
Salary and Benefits Salary: $19 - $21 per hour
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A Prevention Education Specialist is responsible for developing and delivering research‑based curriculum with fidelity, including youth and adult planned duplication sessions, trainings, and multi‑session psycho‑education groups regarding alcohol and drug use, chemical dependency and other related topics relevant to youth, families and those who work with youth. The role involves promoting/marketing the Center's prevention services and providing outreach via information dissemination on the full array of collaboration services provided by the Center for Youth. The Specialist may also fulfil duties of the Social Learning Specialist in absence and may be cross‑trained in that position.
Overview Full‑time, 12‑month position. Routine work hours overlap the school day 37.5 hours per week. Special events or projects may take place during early evenings occasionally.
Essential Functions and Examples of Duties
Implement needs assessment
Facilitate trainings including research‑based curriculum with fidelity and planned duplication sessions
Develop and maintain resource files and outlines
Complete accurate and timely records, service reports, evaluations and monthly QA reports
Design services based on curriculum and teacher needs assessments
Record keeping (pre/post testing)
Provide referral readiness support to teachers
Perform other duties as assigned
Participate in monthly individual and group supervision and weekly agency trainings
Outreach and information dissemination
Intake, needs assessment and service planning
Knowledge of school policies and procedures
Employment Guidelines
Be youth and family friendly
Adhere to ethical conduct
Demonstrate professionalism, i.e., timely, dependable, responsible, flexible
Be non‑judgmental and respectful
Be creative
Possess dynamic platform and facilitation skills
Be a self‑starter
Model principles of inclusion and tolerance
Be youth‑centered and positive
Understand urban issues
Have strong literacy skills
Conduct research on prevention theory and best practices
Have knowledge of asset development; risk and protective factors; positive youth development; child and adolescent development principles; community resources
Effectively promote knowledge and skills development and positive behaviors
Have the ability to positively engage with key stakeholders
Possess effective communication skills (listening and speaking; written and verbal)
Work well both independently and as part of a team
Be able to provide leadership when requested
Be able to establish effective working relationships with school and center staff
Adolescent development including positive youth development, asset development, risk reduction and protective factors, child and adolescent development principles
Youth‑serving systems
Community resources
Client advocacy
Cultural Sensitivity The Center delivers services to youth and families from many racial, ethnic, cultural, social and lifestyle groups. All staff are required to attend professional development trainings and continually enhance their understanding of cultural diversity. Staff are expected to respect and honor cultural and human diversity.
Qualifications One to three years of directly related experience with proven platform skills and the ability to facilitate experiential groups. Minimum of a Bachelors Degree in an Education or Human Service related field. Advanced degrees or certifications preferred.
Required Candidate Criteria (Prior to Hire)
Authorization for the agency to obtain driving record information
Valid driver’s license with insurance acceptable to agency and regular access to a motor vehicle
Automobile insurance with minimum $100,000 per person/$300,000 per accident bodily injury and $50,000 property damage
Physical Requirements Candidates must be capable of autonomous mobility to provide prevention services in multiple settings including the Center House, Center offices, schools and community locations throughout the county.
Computer Skills Recommended
Microsoft Office – Advanced
Internet Explorer – Advanced
Salary and Benefits Salary: $19 - $21 per hour
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