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Behavioral Health Services, Inc lists this Prevention Coordinator II opportunity in los angeles, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Prevention Coordinator IIHollywood, CA 90028OverviewSalary Range $31.21 - $37.45 Hourly Level Experienced Position Type Full Time Job Shift DayDescriptionThe Prevention Coordinator is under the direct supervision of the Program Director. The Prevention coordinator provides oversight of daily operations of the prevention program, ensuring timely implementation of work plans and contract requirements. Works with individuals and community partners in providing evidence-based strategies and practices to prevent and reduce substance use/misuse problems and contributing factors in the target area.Major Tasks, Duties and ResponsibilitiesSupervising Prevention staff in daily operations.Recognizes that policy work is now a major and essential function in community prevention.Maintains strict adherence to the Strategic Prevention FrameworkDisplays familiarity and increased focus on universal prevention strategiesMaintains a tight focus on evidence-based practicesConducts community-level data collection, such as community surveys, focus groups, key informant interviews, archival data collection, etc.Develops and uses data-driven Logic Models for program planning, implementation and evaluationWrites clear (and concise) statements and reports, summarizing data, goals and objectives. This may include letters to referral agencies, other community-based organizations, municipalities, county, state, and/or federal entities.Recognizes personal issues that have an impact on job performance and interactions with communities served and other staff.Demonstrates ethical and professional behavior at all times.Demonstrates respect for cultural and lifestyle diversities of communities served and staff.Prepares for and facilitates specialty group sessions and other prevention strategies and activities.Communicates clearly with clients, staff, peers, supervisors and community resources.Has a thorough understanding of computer operations; Windows and word processing (Office365, Canva).Prevention Coordinator Competencies and Performance ExpectationsAll Prevention Coordinators are expected to:Provide oversight of daily operationsHave knowledge of the referral process, both in and out of the BHS treatment systems.Implement county-approved work planEnsure compliance with county, state, and federal funding requirements, including data collection and data entry requirements.Ensure entry into PPSDS.Train, coach, and mentor staff.Conduct and facilitate specialty groups and other prevention strategies and activities.Work as a team member in performing duties, responsibilities, and assignments.Comply with BHS safety requirements.Prerequisite QualificationsThe following are the qualifications required to perform the essential functions of this position. Qualifications may be subject to modification based on the Americans with Disabilities Act.A combination of education, training and work experience equivalent to:Minimum 5-year experience providing alcohol, tobacco, and other drug (ATOD) prevention services.Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in behavioral science, psychology, health administration, public health, social work.Knowledge and understanding of AOD use prevention planning, and implementation including education, screening and referral, community-based and environmental prevention strategies.Knowledge and understanding of the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF), Logic Models and their integral role in program planning, development and evaluationAbility to plan, implement and evaluate prevention servicesGood communication and writing skills required along with adequate record keeping, computer and math skills for performance of job duties.Bilingual abilities may be required within certain BHS programs.Must have a valid California driver's license and, use of a personal vehicle with liability insurance for reimbursable mileage, generally short distances.
Worksite address
los angeles, CA, 90028, US
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