Prevention Specialist
Listed on 2026-11-01
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Social Work
Substance Abuse Counselor, Community Health -
Healthcare
Substance Abuse Counselor, Community Health
- Location 12455 W. Lakeshore Dr.,Brimley, MI, ,United States
- Base Pay $56,596.00 / Year
- Employee Type Regular Full Time
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POSITION SUMMARY:
The Prevention Specialist will support capacity building and delivery of community-based substance use prevention services and intervention that strengthen protective factors, reduce risk factors, build resilience and reduce risks of suicide/suicidal behaviors. T his position is responsible for meeting workplan goals [AK1] , grant reports, providingoutreachand prevention services in the community and providing case management services to Behavioral Health Clients.
Target population willbeworking with adolescents and adults up to age 24, with substance use disorders and/or co-occurring disorders. Responsibilities may include assessing patients' safety, developing public awareness activities, providing transportation and coordinating training and/or cultural events.
The Prevention Specialist will berequiredtoprovidecrisisinterventionservicestopatientswhoareadangerto themselvesorothers.
1. Manageandoversee grant activities and objectives.
This includes: all data analysis, required meetings, quarterly and annual reporting necessary for grant requirements.
2. Developmentandimplementationofastrategicplanforaddressing substance use and prevention .
3. Provide case management servicestothoseclientsmeetingcriteriafor
Behavioral Health services. Link and coordinate all clients to appropriate providers and/or other agencies as needed.
4. Participateinthepreparationofpublicawareness and education event. Coordinate trainings.
5. Provide support,education,and transportation for clients and community.
6. Informclientsoftheirrightsandensurethatclients understand.
7. Adheretothe Federal Register of Department of Healthand Human Services
42
CFR part 2, the confidentiality ofalcoholand drug abuse patient records.
8. Work with primary providers to complete accurateandtimelydocumentationinchartperagency guidelines.
9. Organize and/orassistinprovidinggroup services.
10. A ssist with policy and procedure changes as needed for continuum of care related to substance abuse service s.
11. Provide monthly education/activities focusing on substance use and suicide prevention based off community needs assessment.
12. Assistclientsinsupportiveprograms and other resources thatmaybenefitandenhance theirlifeinthecommunity.
13. Ot her duties may be assigned within the scope and complexity of this position's essential functions .
14. Must attend any and all mandatory trainings designated by your Department Director and/or Health Director.
Requirements
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Whileperformingthedutiesofthisjob,theemployeeisregularlyrequiredtosit,stand, and walk. The employee must occasionally bend, reach, squat, or stoop to access objects withliftingand/ormovingupto
10pounds.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
1. Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in one of the following areas:
Social Work, Human Services, Substance Abuse, Sociology, Counseling or similar field required.
2. Prior experience working with substance abuse clients preferred.
3. Working knowledge of community resources, substance abuse assessment, treatment, recovery, andmentalhealthservices required.
4. Must have good computer skills and the ability to write reports.
5. Must be able to work independently, organize multiple tasks, and perform quality work in an efficient manner.
6. A valid driver's license with good driving record required.
7. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check as a condition of employment. Candidates are subject to random drug testing as a condition of continued employment.
8. Must complete a criminal, central registry, fingerprinting, and driver's license background clearance. Must be insurable to drive company vehicles.
9. Must be able to travel, when required.
10. To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each function listed under the essential functions and physical demands categories ofthispositiondescription.
Summary
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