Prevention Specialist-Prevention Wellness & Recovery

Position Summary

The Prevention Specialist works with unit leadership to develop and implement effective strategies for the prevention of substance misuse and problem gambling as well as to promote mental health. They have shared responsibilities staffing community resource vans and tabling events to provide substance use prevention and harm reduction resources to the public, developing social media and marketing materials and supporting various projects of Wheeler’s Connecticut Center for Prevention, Wellness and Recovery.

The Prevention Specialist is a highly visible role that works in partnership with state and local funders, school leadership, community providers and community coalitions to select, design, and implement a broad spectrum of strategies to address the prevention and health promotion needs of the state and community. The position works independently under the direction of the Program Manager and exhibits a high level of critical thinking, judgment, and decision making.

They coordinate and may occasionally conduct training sessions, conferences, and other professional development events on current topics or trends in the prevention field.

$50,960

Bachelor’s degree in communications, human services or related field is required. Critical thinking, excellent oral and written communication skills required. Experience working with youth, adults, and diverse populations in prevention and with primary and environmental prevention in a culturally responsive and respectful manner is preferred. Excellent documentation skills, attention to detail, and time management are required. Expertise in social media, health promotion and marketing required.

Must hold a valid driver’s license. The position requires regularly driving the community resource van statewide to disseminate prevention and harm reduction materials at various events and targeted community areas.

The position requires a flexible schedule including some weekends and evenings.

Credential(s)

Required:

Must have, be working on, or willing to acquire Prevention Specialist certification.

Plainville, CT

Full time

At Wheeler, we're committed to not only supporting your career growth but also ensuring your well-being and security. Here's how we invest in you:

Nurture Your Health:

• Comprehensive medical and prescription insurance through Centivo
• Comprehensive dental and vision insurance through Cigna
• Access to wellness programs to support your physical and mental health

Secure Your Future:

• Enjoy peace of mind with company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• 403(b) Plan, with contributions from the company

Fuel Your Career Growth:

• Pursue your educational goals with our Education Reimbursement Program
• Access training and development opportunities
• Receive a productivity incentive to recognize your hard work and dedication
• Get reimbursed for licensure/certification expenses

Maintain Work-Life Harmony:

• Recharge with generous paid time off, including:
  • 15 vacation days per year to explore and recharge
  • 8 sick days per year for your well-being
  • 2 personal days per year for your personal needs
  • 2 floating holidays per year to celebrate what matters to you
  • 9 paid company holidays to spend with loved ones
• Access free and confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Actively participates in the implementation of programs to impact issues of prescription drug, opioid, alcohol and other drug misuse and their prevention, problem gambling prevention and supporting healthy families and communities in collaboration with management, funders or other stakeholders.

Effectively utilizes social marketing, social media and other emerging technologies as prevention and health promotion tools. Assists in developing messages, updating the websites, and managing social media platforms.

Drives the community resource van and travels statewide to participate in community and agency events and activities.

Provides support for statewide and local prevention and health promotion campaigns and initiatives in partnership with funders and as directed…