Social Worker, Youth Development

Job Summary

The Social Worker I position works in the Youth Prevention (YP) program at the Center for Addiction and Recovery Studies (CARS) as a Prevention Specialist. This position works with at‑risk youth from grades 1‑12 in local schools and other community sites. The Prevention Specialist facilitates groups with students, hosts interactive educational activities about alcohol, tobacco and other drugs (ATOD), and conducts outreach events.

There is also education for adults and managing tables at fairs.

• Master’s degree in social work.

• License Master Social Worker.
• Bilingual (Spanish/ English)

• Program Delivery:
  • Delivers assigned prevention / intervention programs with quality and fidelity.
  • Develops replicable models for non‑curriculum‑based activities, such as alternative activities or ATOD education.
• Supervises assigned interns as Practicum Supervisor or Task Manager to ensure compliance with YP program and School of Social Work Practicum Office requirements.
• Gathers accurate information and submits programmatic reports within required time frames.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the YP programs, CARS operations and School of Social Work.