- Disseminate information to civic organizations, schools, community groups and members of the public.
- Develop community-based Prevention activities.
- Collaborate with other agencies - including local law enforcement.
- Administrative duties to track activities.
- Attend meetings of various coalitions to garner support for community awareness.
- Excellent customer service.
- Public speaking engagements.
- Review materials to remain current on practices, principles, and new developments.
- May be required to work during hazardous weather and emergency conditions.
- Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or a closely related field supplemented with at least 2 years of job related experience, or;
- Any combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.
- Must obtain a Prevention Specialist Certification for South Carolina Association of Prevention Professionals and Advocates within 3 years of hire.
- Knowledge of pharmacological drugs and substance use disorders.
- Computer skills.
- Public speaking skills.
- Must possess and valid SC Driver's License.
- Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Optional Life and Disability Insurance
- Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
- Annual and Sick Leave
- Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
- South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
- Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
- Optional Deferred Compensation Program
- Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
- Optional Federal Credit Union Membership
- Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Well-being Program
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Prevention Specialist - North Charleston, United States - Charleston County, SC
Description
Salary: $ $21.66 HourlyLocation : SC, SC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: DS209271
Department: DAODAS
Opening Date: 04/15/2024
Description
In search of a highly motivated candidate to plan, organize and implement substance use Prevention services throughout the community. The Prevention services will be designed to educate citizens on the dangers of alcohol, tobacco, and other substances.
HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $ $21.66
OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY, SUNDAY, 9/01/2024.
Duties and Responsibilities
DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
REQUIRMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:
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