Position Summary:

The Prevention Specialist works to ensure prevention services are designed, delivered and assessed effectively. The Prevention Specialist assists in the implementation of evidence-based school and community-level programs and strategies, including the Camp Mariposa program, Creating Lasting Family Connections, Two Good for Drugs/Violence, etc. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

Essential Job Functions:

Assists the Prevention Services Coordinator in all aspects of prevention for children, teens, adults and families; Co-facilitates psycho-educational support groups for individuals and families; Advocates for prevention, treatment and recovery services; Helps to plan both traditional and Teen camp schedules; Co-teaches the Too Good for Drugs/Violence curriculum within the school and community setting, to include youth attending camp and participating in after-school programs; Provides leadership to staff and Mentors during a Camp Mariposa weekend; Assists with the training of Mentors for Camp Mariposa, following guidelines established by Eluna, OJJDP and WestCare Ohio; Co-facilitates the Creating Lasting Family Connections program, specifically teaching the 1317 year-old class; Supports assessment of prevention services; Assists other WestCare staff as needed to promote cooperation and portray a professional image to the community; Participates in Quality Improvement activities on an ongoing basis; Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation; Performs any other duties as assigned.