prevention specialist - York, PA , USA, United States - Chimes

Description

Our vast array of services - educational, employment, vocational, residential, habilitative, and behavioral health - are delivered through a network of national and international affiliates.

This allows us to take a comprehensive, holistic approach to improving the lives of every person we serve - those who receive and those who reap the benefits of our innovative, responsive solutions.

Job Description:

In this role, the Prevention Specialist has the responsibility to work cooperatively with other administrative and clinical staff members to manage client communication and needs, whether on the phone or in person.

This position has oversight of all processes involving client records from data entry to release of information to archiving.

Schedule Details:
Monday through Friday, some evenings and weekends, Part-Time work available


Location:
York, PA


Program:
Prevention Planning


Pay Rate:
$17+/hour


Job Functions:

• Effectively implement program goals regarding service delivery
• Maintain effective and efficient communication with the direct supervisor
• Report to direct supervisor, and other staff as required, in a timely and comprehensive manner
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned by the direct supervisor
• Maintain compliance with all required training requirements and personnel documentation

standards

• Complete all required training as per Professional Development Plan
• Submit to Human Resources copies of all required documentation regarding degrees, licenses,

certifications, clearances and formal pieces of training

• Possess and apply knowledge of all laws, regulations, contractual requirements, and agency

policies and procedures governing the operation of their program

• Provide services in full compliance with all applicable licensing standards, contractual

requirements and all agency policies and procedures

• Report incidents through the incident management system in a timely and effective manner
• Establish and maintain professional and effective working relationships with schools, community

members, community support service representatives, and agencies

• Work within a group to develop internal systems to improve or ensure quality services
• Participate in agency or department committees
• Submit accurate and timely timecards and expense reports
• Maintain accurate records of services provided and submit records in a timely manner as dictated

by program

• Possess knowledge of Best Practice Standards of ATOD prevention programming, and principles

of cultural competency

• Deliver all program services as compliant with Best Practice Prevention standards and utilize

culturally competent principles

• Develop the knowledge and skills to effectively implement prevention programming in schools

and community settings

• Prepare complete lesson plans prior to program delivery
• Provide evaluation tools to participants and collect as the program dictates

Minimum Requirements:

Education:
B.A. in education/or health discipline or a minimum of 2 years' experience working with youth or

families in a related setting

Experience:
Prior experience working with youth or families


Licensure/Certifications:
None Required


Clearances:
Child Abuse Clearance, Criminal clearance, and verification that the employee is not on any Medicaid/Medicare Exclusion list

Note:
At the discretion of the Personnel Officer, additional related experience and/or education may be substituted instead of the requirements specified under Education and Experience

Compensation Package:
Chimes-Holcomb offers a generous benefits package to all employees who work a minimum of 30 hours per week. Benefits are available on the first day of a new month after completing 30 days of employment. Health insurance, including a flexible spending account, medical, dental, and vision are included.

Paid holidays in addition to earned paid time off, 403(B) with company match, and 1-year salary of life insurance are available as well.

Some benefits are available to employees working between 25-29 hours per week. Eligible employees can choose to participate in our transportation subsidy program, disability insurance, employee recognition programs, and referral bonuses.

Want to learn more?

To learn more about Chimes, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth within a purpose-driven organization, visit us at:

Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems is accredited by the Joint Commission and provides a comprehensive range of services and supports for people with mental health, substance abuse, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and co-occurring disorders throughout southern and central Pennsylvania, central New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland.

Additionally, we provide an array of prevention and educational programs for youth, parents, and adults to encourage healthy choices and lifestyles.