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Prevention Specialist at UNITED ACTIVITIES UNLIMITED

Prevention Specialist

UNITED ACTIVITIES UNLIMITED · NY, US

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Prevention Specialist

UNITED ACTIVITIES UNLIMITED · NY, US

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About the Role

The Prevention Specialist will assess the needs of at-risk community members, educate them using evidence-based programs, and identify/counsel participants based on defined risk factors. This role requires daily travel throughout Staten Island and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate individual and group counseling
  • Attend and participate in professional development and staff training
  • Implement and assist in the creation of evidence-based curriculum
  • Conduct assessments and complete prevention counseling paperwork in a timely manner
  • Complete documentation corresponding to delivery of prevention services
  • Monitor data collection and attendance records; accurately maintain record keeping
  • Demonstrate positive leadership and act as a positive role model
  • Provide and create engagement within the community and target population participants by providing outreach support
  • Publicly address community members in a public forum to educate and market prevention services
  • Develop, enforce, and teach age-appropriate social, physical, and emotional behaviors
  • Complete administrative tasks and duties in a timely manner
  • Provide daily, weekly, and monthly communication updates related to Prevention via email and departmental meetings
  • Abide by all safety protocols as outlined by OASAS, Department of Health/OCFS, DYCD, and UAU
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Reliable mode of transportation
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to work on community outreach and administrative tasks
  • Willing and able to take initiative and allow for a flexible work schedule, including some nights and occasional weekends
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position for at least 50% of the time
  • Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand
  • Ability to observe details at close range

Skills

  • Fluent SPANISH Speaking is a PLUS
  • Experience using Microsoft Excel/Word/PowerPoint, Google Drive and remote video platforms
  • Strong verbal, problem solving and written communication skills
  • Demonstrates ability to conduct and complete work independently, including meeting deadlines, while contributing to a collaborative team effort
  • Demonstrates an understanding of and values individuals’ different capacities, cultures, and abilities

Location

  • Staten Island, NY

Work Type

  • Part Time
  • IN PERSON

Experience Level

  • 2+ years of direct working experience in youth services or school aged children (5yrs to 18yrs of age)

Education Level

  • Bachelor's Degree in Social Services, Early Childhood Education or other directly related fields required

Salary/Compensations

  • $25.00 - $30.00 Hourly

About the Company

  • United Activities Unlimited, Inc. (UAU) is a community-based agency that provides a wide range of services inclusive from job placement, youth development programs and community outreach services to inspire, transform, and empower individuals of all ages.
  • UAU is responsive to the needs of diverse populations and implements programs that support positive outcomes for individuals and communities.
  • The comprehensive nature of UAU's programming options and the emphasis on holistic services for individuals and families make UAU an outstanding resource and a pillar of support for communities.
  • UAU is dedicated to the engagement, education, and empowerment of individuals and strives to transform individuals and communities to create a better future.

Equal Opportunity

  • EOE