JOB
DESCRIPTION
PREVENTION
COORDINATOR
Qualifications:
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Degree in public health, social services or
closely related field;
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Prefer experience with the public health
outcomes based planning model, SAMHSA strategic prevention framework;
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Prefer Certified Addictions Prevention
Professional Certification and/or experience as prevention specialist;
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Excellent facilitation skills, coaching,
supporting and developing collaborative partnerships;
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Experience managing in a collaborative
environment, respect for diverse cultures, and experience in public speaking
and presentations;
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Flexible schedule for evening and weekend
work/events, as needed;
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Must be cleared through NCIC/FCIC background
check and drug screen, and must pass motor vehicle report clearance;
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Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office
programs and preferred knowledge of e-newsletter software (i.e. Constant
Contact) and desktop publishing software (i.e. Microsoft Publisher and Adobe
programs);
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Must have reliable transportation and a valid
Florida Driver’s License; Bi-lingual (English/Spanish)
preferred.
Reports
To: Executive Director of Drug Free
Collier.
Duties and Responsibilities: The Prevention Coordinator is responsible
for assisting in the overall coordination and development of Drug Free
Collier’s initiatives, including media and marketing efforts and youth
engagement. Duties include to:
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Represent Coalition through participation on
related taskforces, coalitions, boards and community meetings;
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Create and give presentations to various groups
and organizations in Collier County in order to educate about the coalition and
implementation of environmental strategies to change community climate around
substance abuse;
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Input data in online data management systems for
State and Federal contracts;
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Maintain accurate and current statistics
regarding substance abuse in Collier County;
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Establish and maintain positive working relationships
with participating agencies, referral sources and other community groups to
assess, plan, and implement prevention initiatives within the paradigm of
environmental strategies;
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Research and implement science-based substance
abuse prevention programs;
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Recruit community members to serve as Coalition
members and volunteers;
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Develop and maintain consistent branding for
Coalition to promote a unified message of its mission;
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Develop reports, print material, online material
such as e-newsletter and other promotional items to help raise awareness of
substance abuse prevention and assist in marketing/resource development
efforts;
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Work with youth to develop school clubs tasked
with promoting substance abuse education and positive peer influence;
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Coordinate community events, such as membership
meetings, town hall meetings, youth events, trainings and youth development
activities;
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Assist the Executive Director in exploring grant
outlets, grant writing and report preparation;
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Performs basic duties of the Executive Director
in his or her absence or as directed by the Board of Directors;
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Other duties as assigned.
Interested parties can email carlyg@drugfreecollier.org or call 302-6717.
