Prevention Specialist

About the role

This position provides prevention expertise, strategic leadership and technical consultation for substance use prevention within Rutland and Addison Counties through the Vermont Prevention Lead Organization (VPLO) grant funding structure.

Responsibilities

• Lead activities in accordance with the grant and ensure all grant objectives are met
• Lead and facilitate a community-based approach and coalition building to establish collaborative strategic communication and implementation plans
• Oversee and report out on activities and events supported by prevention grant funding
• Prepare, monitor, and document budgets and reports in conjunction with grant requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, social services, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum three years of community experience involving public health and preventative program development, implementation, coordination, and evaluation
• Valid Driver’s License
• Certified Prevention Specialist Certification preferred

Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively across various mediums and audiences
• Group facilitation skills
• Knowledge of marketing and promotional strategies
• Ability to network and build cohesive professional relationships
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness and ability to participate in required substance use prevention skills training programs
• Willingness and ability to utilize personal transportation for business purposes
• Familiarity with needs assessment approaches and principles and measurement of results against goals
• Demonstrated resourcefulness and critical thinking skills
• Problem solving skills
• Basic Microsoft desktop computer application skills
• Time management skills

Pay

The pay range for this position is $24.16 - $35.19 per hour.