Prevention Assistant

Prevention Assistant
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for assisting in the monitoring, developing and implementing of prevention services.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to execute each essential duty satisfactorily in a timely manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. This person must be proficient in interpersonal and communication skills, as well as time management and organizational skills. Must have excellent computer skills and comfortable with public speaking. This person must have the ability to work well with people and interact professionally one-on-one or in group settings.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree in the human service field is preferred; experience in prevention programming may be accepted. Applicants must be certified as a Prevention Consultant or Specialist, or obtain the certification within two years of employment.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Ability to stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items weighing 25 pounds or less; manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.
Job Duties
Develop and distribute resource materials for use by constituency groups in providing proven prevention practices
Actively represent the regional program in prevention associations
Maintain inventory of clearinghouse and program materials, and order as needed
Assist with program development and design to include outline layouts for upcoming projects, trainings and events; assist in marketing the regional prevention program
Assist with coordination and cooperate with programs within the service area, between other RPP areas and statewide activities
Organize and conduct checks for SYNAR Compliance
Promote the Arkansas Prevention Needs Assessment (APNA) survey
Advocate the work of constituency groups to plan, develop, implement and sustain effective prevention initiatives
Initiate and maintain contact with school districts and health educators in each county served
Prepare monthly/quarterly DAABHS reports and attend grantee meetings
Follow all company policies and procedures
Multitask, prioritize and manage time, as needed
Other duties as assigned
Benefit package includes employee health and vision insurance ; paid PTO after 90 days, ten paid holidays. There is access for dental insurance, life insurance and a 401K plan.
Per insurance, employees must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid driver’s license.

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No