Prevention Outreach Specialist - Substance Prevention
Health Here · Cranston, RI · 3 wk ago
On-siteFull-time
About the role
This full-time role supports substance prevention initiatives within a community-based coalition.
Responsibilities
- Implementing education, prevention, and awareness programs
- Managing grants
- Collaborating with local agencies and citizens
- Outreach and environmental interventions
- Volunteer recruitment
- Serving as a spokesperson for the coalition
- Program planning, data collection, and reporting
- Attending meetings
- Representing the coalition at community and government events
- Developing volunteer training
- Supporting grant writing
- Maintaining compliance with reporting standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field
- Experience in substance abuse prevention preferred
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Valid driver’s license
- Bilingual abilities in Spanish preferred
- Flexibility to accommodate community needs and willingness to work at various locations
Benefits
- Health coverage
- Retirement plans
- Training opportunities
- Paid leave