Prevention Specialist IV
Centerstone
- Chattanooga, TN
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Adhere to policies and procedures of Centerstone and grant funding entity, as well as, the organizational polices of service delivery settings (i.e. schools, community centers, detention centers, group homes).
- Maintain required written documentation and submit required reports within the specified period of time.
- Utilize behavior-management techniques appropriately in classroom and/or group settings.
- Relate to the community, (i.e. school staff, professionals, parents/caregivers, and youth) positively while demonstrating professionalism at all times.
- Attend meetings, conferences, and other training sessions, as required.
- Maintain a team approach with peers, coordinator and manager by working cooperatively on behalf of the prevention programs, and the children/youth served.
- Demonstrate competency in presenting curricula as evidenced by positive Site Reports and Evaluator/Supervisor Observations.
- Adhere to program standards regarding participant contacts as dictated by Centerstone and funding organization
- Complete other duties as assigned.
- Reliable, insured transportation and a valid driver’s license are mandatory as travel (mileage paid) to setting sites/meetings/trainings is required.
- Communicates clearly and appropriately; provides excellent customer service. Adheres to applicable policies and procedures. Regular attendance and punctuality is required.
- Effective communication skills, written and verbal, in both in person and virtual settings.
- Able to work independently with an “off-site” supervisor.
- Ability to speak publicly in front of a diverse group of children/youth, parents, and professionals in multiple settings (i.e. classrooms, systems of care, community meetings, school boards, etc.) in rural/suburban/urban communities.
- Ability to present prevention information on challenging topics such as substance use, bullying/violence, emotional development, and/or teen pregnancy/STIs using a trauma informed approach.
- Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- 403b retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off and ten paid holidays
- AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion employee resource groups
- Continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program