Substance Use Prevention Coordinator

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescription:

Are you ready to make a meaningful difference in your community? Do you want to play a vital role in preventing substance use disorders and addiction? Hanley Foundation is a non-profit organization with a mission to eliminate addiction through prevention, advocacy, treatment, and recovery support. We seek an ambitious and dedicated Substance Use Prevention Coordinator to join our team and help us confront these pressing issues. You will be at the forefront of developing and implementing effective prevention programs and initiatives. Through education, community outreach, and collaboration with community partners, we aim to support those affected by substance use disorder and empower individuals to lead healthy lives. Your work will directly impact the lives of those in need. We need you on our team if you are passionate, empathetic, and ready to make a positive difference.

This full-time position offers a generous benefits package available to new employees the first month after hire. It's an exciting opportunity to join a team in an industry-leading organization. At Hanley, we look for self-motivated individuals dedicated to providing value and superior services.

This is a hybrid position that requires the use of a reliable personal vehicle. Frequent travel to schools, staff meetings, and community events within the designated counties is integral to this role.

Candidates must reside in Lee, Collier, Hendry, or Glades County, Florida, to be considered for this position.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise and lead assigned Prevention Specialists in their respective service areas, providing ongoing guidance, training, and motivation, and ensuring the success of program services.
• Collaborate with teachers and facilitators to deliver approved substance abuse prevention curricula to schools and other agencies. This delivery may involve group or individual classroom facilitation, assembly facilitation, observations, monitoring, and direct implementation, including preparation and delivery of materials.
• Oversee and monitor assigned grants and initiatives to ensure the quality and effectiveness of service delivery and compliance with budget requirements, goals, and objectives.
• Maintain contracts, letters of agreement, and other licensing requirements applicable to regional or grant criteria.
• Ensure all services meet Hanley Foundation’s standards of excellence and fidelity and satisfy customer needs.
• Market and promote programs to all schools as requested by the supervisor.
• Provide education on alcohol and other drugs to parents of and to faculty or agency staff when requested.
• Recruit facilitators to conduct programs in assigned areas.
• Provide community resources (i.e., substance abuse information) to schools and partners.
• Gather and compile information for accurate reports for clients, departments, and donors.
• Ensure all required documentation and data entries are completed accurately and on time. Specifically ensure that detailed program data is entered into the state's required online system to ensure the organization meets its grant obligations and can bill for services rendered (i.e., PBPS/CPG entries).
• Complete monitoring reports (i.e., DCF) as grant requirements indicate.
• Maintain current in-depth knowledge and requirements related to implementing Prevention Service programs and current trends in the field related to adolescent substance abuse and related topics and research.
• Demonstrate success through documentation of satisfaction surveys, training evaluations, and observations.
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings to provide coaching, feedback, and support.
• Delegate and assign tasks to direct reports to ensure program goals are met.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, identifying and implementing improvements in work situations.
• Evaluate the performance of direct reports through timely and accurate performance appraisals and ongoing documentation of employee performance, including both successes and areas needing improvement.
• Participate in the recruitment process by reviewing resumes, coordinating interviews, and making hiring recommendations.
• Ensure all new staff are properly trained on Hanley Foundation’s philosophy, values, and Prevention Service best practices.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with direct reports, supervisors, and other departments.
• Assist the Regional Prevention Coordinator and Director of Prevention on special projects.

Requirements:

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, education, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience working with adolescents, preferably in a school or public health setting.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) or Certified Prevention Professional (CPP) preferred.
• Completion of relevant training upon hire and when deemed appropriate.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong leadership, administrative, and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and guide a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including interactive public speaking.
• Superb judgment and problem-solving abilities.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with excellent project management and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer use.
• Knowledge of adolescent development and current trends in adolescent substance use prevention.
• Ability to promote Hanley Foundation programs within the community.

Other Requirements:

• Willing to undergo a background check and drug screening, by local law/regulations.
• Have a valid driver's license, access to reliable transportation, and willingness and ability to drive for work purposes.
• Must be able to travel and deliver public presentations that can be both lengthy and in multiple sessions. Travel to schools, staff meetings, and community events is required; most travel will be throughout the assigned and neighboring counties.
• Occasional travel within the state is required to attend meetings, continuing education events, and conferences.
• Must be able to work extended hours (early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekend hours) as needed.
• If in recovery, one (1) year of continuous sobriety is required.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance (employer-paid)
• Eligible for medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance on the first of the month following the hire date
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) & 401(k) Matching
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account

Hanley Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. It prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Hanley Foundation is a Drug-Free Workplace. Job applicants must undergo drug screening after receiving a conditional offer of employment.

Company Website: www.hanleyfoundation.org