Youth Prevention Program Coordinator - YO020
Position Overview
The Youth Prevention Program Coordinator develops and delivers culturally relevant prevention education and programming focused on substance use, ATOD, and problem gambling prevention. The Coordinator will play a key role in integrating problem gambling prevention strategies into existing Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs prevention programming, developing educational materials, supporting policy efforts, and evaluating community outcomes to help guide effective, community-driven prevention services.
This role builds community and Tribal partnerships and helps evaluate program outcomes to strengthen services for youth, families, and the Native American/Alaska Native community.
What You Will Do
- Develop and implement culturally responsive, evidence-based substance use prevention programs
- Integrate problem gambling prevention strategies into existing ATOD prevention initiatives
- Support development of workplace problem gambling prevention policies
- Identify and create educational materials around Substance Use and problem gambling
- Support planning, implementation, and reporting of community prevention efforts
- Meet with state representatives and funders to provide updates around prevention efforts being made within the community
- Attend meetings and develop relationships with stakeholders to maintain communication between NARA NW and Tribes, agencies, and outside organizations
- Work collaboratively and maintain professional boundaries with clients, other NARA staff, team members, and treat everyone with respect and dignity at all times
Company Mission
The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need. At NARA NW, we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities, helping individuals lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.
With over 450 employees across a variety of programs—including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, all while making a tangible, positive impact on the lives of others.