- Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Public Health, Sociology, or related field and coursework related to substance abuse required.
- Two years of experience in the provision of substance abuse prevention services to youth and families preferred.
- Equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including, but not limited to Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as knowledge of electronic records systems.
- Willingness to work regular evenings and occasional weekends.
- Required to transport student participants in a large vehicle and undergo bus training as needed.
- Possess a valid Illinois Driver's License.
- Must become certified in Safety and Food Handling within 90 days of hire.
- Excellent benefits package including major medical coverage, vision, dental, life insurance
- Retirement PENSION through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund
- 457(b) Plan Retirement Plan
- Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer
- Yearly training allowance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- PAID Time Off including:
- 12 PAID Holidays per year
- 5 PAID Vacation Days after 30 days of employment (10 Vacation Days after one year of employment, 15 Vacation Days after completing 5 years of employment)
- 12 PAID Sick Days per year (accrue one sick day per month)
- 2 PAID Personal Days per year
- 1 PAID Floating Holiday per calendar year
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Youth Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist - Elgin, United States - Hanover Township
Description
Job Description
Job DescriptionHanover Township Youth and Family Services is seeking a Full-Time Youth Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist to provide direct prevention services for youth and families as well as facilitates groups in areas of need. This position works collaboratively with the Youth and Family Services Prevention staff and community providers to determine substance abuse prevention needs of the Township. This position works to prevent juvenile delinquency and promote positive youth development by using resiliency-based methods with a primary focus on improving interpersonal relationships, substance refusal skills and using prevention methods designed to address substance abuse prevention in the community and in schools.
QUALIFICATIONS
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
The Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist position is full time, 40 hours per week, and the salary is $45,000 annually.
BENEFITS
Please submit a cover letter and resume to Prevention Services Manager Ryan Dickinson at - A copy of the complete job description can be found at www.hanover- Hanover Township is an equal opportunity employer.
