Older Adult Wellness & Behavioral Health Prevention Provider

About the role

The Older Adult Wellness & Behavioral Health Prevention Provider role at Harbor supports a holistic, prevention-focused initiative through program operations, workshops, coaching, community partnerships, and public awareness.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate prevention-based programming aligned with SAMHSA's prevention strategies.
• Deliver evidence-informed educational workshops and coaching sessions on mental health, substance misuse prevention, stress management, and healthy aging.
• Cook up peer-led support groups and caregiver education sessions.
• Ensure programming is culturally responsive and adapted to the diverse needs of older adult populations.
• Create linkages to age-appropriate treatment, social supports, and community wellness resources.
• Collaborate with the Local County Mental Health & Recovery Services Board (LCMHRSB) to refine goals, metrics, and strategic partnerships.
• Support public awareness campaigns to reduce stigma and promote behavioral health help-seeking among older adults and caregivers.
• Absorb data collection and outcome tracking aligned with the Strategic Prevention Framework.
• Maintain accurate program records, scheduling, and documentation.
• Attend relevant trainings and participate in community coalitions or advisory groups focused on aging and behavioral health.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Public Health, Gerontology, Psychology, or a related field.
• Experience: 3+ years of experience in community-based behavioral health, prevention, or aging services.
• Strong understanding of SAMHSA’s Strategic Prevention Framework and prevention science.
• Experience working with older adults, caregivers, and/or peer support models.
• Proven excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and community stakeholders.
• Cultural humility and experience in engaging diverse populations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic data tracking systems.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings or weekends for events or workshops.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are necessary.
• Licensure and Certifications: Must currently hold or obtain a Registered Applicant status within 90 days of hire. OCPSA required to be obtained within 1-year of the date Registered Applicant status is obtained. Ohio Certified Prevention Specialist (OCPS) certification required within 1-year of the date OCPSA is obtained. CPR/First Aid and NCI/CPI Certifications required within 90 days of employment. Must be proficient and accurate in computer use, including Microsoft Word. When applicable, non-licensed staff will be required to complete 20 hours of CEUs every 24 months.
• Preferred Qualifications: LSW or OCPS. Understanding in childcare center support and appropriate curriculum and development. Knowledge of Ohio Prevention systems.