Drug & Alcohol Prevention Specialist (Part-Time, Seasonal) (Local Government)

About the Role

Wayne County Drug & Alcohol in Honesdale, PA, is seeking a part-time Prevention Specialist to bring meaningful prevention programs to students, families, and service providers, guiding positive change throughout Wayne County.

Responsibilities

• Program Planning: Develop prevention programs that meet identified school and community needs.
• Community Representation: Serve as the Single County Authority representative on committees and local groups.
• Education Delivery: Provide training, lessons, and intervention services to students, parents, educators, and service providers.
• Documentation Management: Maintain required records and complete timely data entry in the DDAP prevention management system.
• Program Evaluation: Assess program effectiveness, perform needs assessments, and adjust strategies as needed.
• SAP Support: Offer consultation, screenings, and support group facilitation as the Drug and Alcohol liaison to SAP teams.

Schedule

Seasonal, part-time employment. Start time and hours depend on the school schedule. Work occurs during the school year, with occasional work during other times as needed. May include overnight or out-of-county travel for meetings or training, and often involves irregular hours, including evenings. Telework is not an option for this position.

Qualifications

• One year as a Drug and Alcohol Prevention Specialist Trainee.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Health Education, Education, Social or Behavioral Sciences, or related fields, and one year of experience in drug and alcohol prevention work.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Must meet PA residency requirements and be able to perform essential job functions. A background investigation, drug screening, and clearances (PA State Police, PA Child Abuse history, FBI Fingerprint) are required.

Legal Requirements

• Pass a background investigation.
• Conditional offer requires drug screening.
• Compliance with Child Protective Services Law, including submission of criminal history reports.

Application Process

Submit your application by the posting closing date. Include detailed experience/education on the application. Unofficial transcripts are required if claiming education. Resumes and cover letters will not be reviewed. Late applications will not be accepted.

Additional Information

Veterans are encouraged to apply. Accommodations for disabilities are available upon request. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce.

Examination Information

The application, including supplemental questions, serves as the exam. Your score is based on the information provided and is valid only for this posting. You may only apply once. Results will be provided via email.