Prevention Specialist

Position Summary

The position is located in Sells, AZ.

Responsibilities

• Assists with developing and implementing specific prevention techniques and programs.
• Identifies support services to be provided for community members.
• Facilitates prevention program meetings and activities and facilitates support meetings.
• Provides referral services for community members as identified.
• Provides education and information to the various Tohono O'odham Communities.
• Increases awareness of prevention techniques.
• Assists with presentations, workshops, in-services and health fairs.
• Organizes education materials and conducts presentations.
• Develops flyers, brochures and other informational materials.
• Transports and escorts clients to clinics, meetings or other activities as necessary.
• Maintains accurate contacts and logs of service delivery for database development.
• Attends meetings with outside agencies in order to coordinate efforts and keep updated on new information and treatment options.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned and contributes to a team effort.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of the Tohono O'odham culture, customs, and traditions.
• Knowledge of the economic, educational, health and social problems of Native Americans.
• Knowledge of specific area of assignment, i.e. HIV/AIDS, Suicide Prevention and Drug and Alcohol Prevention and Recovery.
• Knowledge of appropriate resources and referral agencies.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, tribal laws, regulations and requirements.
• Skill in operating various word-processing, spreadsheets, and database software programs.
• Skill in interviewing and communicating to illicit information and gain cooperation from clients.
• Skill in coordinating and planning programs and other educational and outreach activities.
• Skill in providing superior customer service to external and internal customers.
• Ability to handle confidential information with proper discretion.
• Ability to present educational programs in front of large and small groups and create educational materials.
• Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
• Ability to maintain privileged confidential information.
• Ability to work independently and meet strict time lines.
• Ability to work extended hours and various work schedules including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to travel long distances throughout the Tohono O'odham Nation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates degree in Social Work or closely related field and three years' work experience in outreach, prevention, recovery/support field, or an equivalent combination of training, education, and work experience, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of this position.

License, Certifications, Special Requirements

• Depending on area of assignment, may be required to obtain a Chemical Dependency Counseling Certification or licensure as a Substance Abuse Counselor.
• Upon recommendation for hire, a criminal background and National FBI check is required to determine suitability for hire, including a 39-month Motor Vehicle Record.
• If required, must meet the Tohono O'odham Nation tribal employer's insurance requirements to receive a driver's permit to operate program vehicles.
• Based on the department's needs, incumbents may be required to demonstrate fluency in both the Tohono O'odham Language and English as a condition of employment.