Prevention Specialist Jobs

Position: Prevention Specialist

Classification: Full-time, Exempt

Reports to: Program Manager

Location: Houston, TX (Memorial Dr.)

Benefits: Robust benefits package, Generous PTO, Matching retirement

Position Description:

The Prevention Specialist will be responsible for scheduling, marketing, enrolling, evaluating, and providing Prevention services to clients and referral sources in the community. This individual would travel throughout the Greater Houston area to facilitate substance abuse prevention education and character development groups with school-aged children and youth. The successful candidate is one that is comfortable and motivated to work with school-aged children and youth as well as represent the agency in a positive manner to schools and the community.

Experience/Skills Required:

• Bachelor's degree in social sciences or teaching field.
• Must be comfortable working independently.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills.

Experience/Skills Preferred:

• Minimum one (1) years' experience working in a school or community setting.

Travel:

• Reliable transportation required.
• Valid Texas Driver License required.

DePelchin is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace.

DePelchin is committed to selecting and employing the best and most qualified person available for each job opening without unlawful discrimination of any kind. Additionally, DePelchin is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), marital or parental status, veteran status, religion, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, or political affiliation.

DePelchin Children’s Center supports and sustains children and the families who care for them. We provide comprehensive services focused on ensuring all children are part of safe, caring homes. We deploy evidence-based practices and strategies to prevent maltreatment, preserve healthy families, and bring healing to children who have experienced trauma by enhancing their physical health and mental well-being.

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