Prevention Services Specialist
$36,000–$38,000 year
Remote · Chicago, Illinois, United States or New York City, New York, United States
Chicago, Illinois, United States or New York City, New York, United StatesRemoteFull Time$36,000–$38,000 yearMid LevelBachelors DegreeSmall
Type
Full Time
Level
Mid Level
Education
Bachelors Degree
Company size
Small
Job Summary
The Prevention Services Specialist will support youth substance use prevention initiatives through education, outreach, and community engagement. This full-time role requires organizational and communication skills, and a commitment to promoting healthy choices among youth.
Required Qualifications
- 1-2 years' experience working with youth in educational, prevention, or mentoring settings
- 1-2 years' experience working with youth in grades 7–12, preferably in a school or community setting
- Preferably a bachelor's degree in the social services field, or five years' experience in Social Justice fields
- Must pass background checks
- Ability to travel within Chicago
Desired Qualifications
- Fluency in Spanish, bicultural applicants strongly preferred
- Strong project management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, Canva, and other data management/reporting systems
- Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills, both with youth and adults
- Ability to work effectively with peers, individual clients and groups
- Proactive and resourceful in identifying needs and implementing solutions
- Familiarity with grant-funded programs or data reporting
- Experience implementing prevention or health education programs
- Experience organizing events or campaigns targeting youth or community engagement
Additional Requirements
- Must pass background checks
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