Emerging Leaders Program - Develop your leadership and advance your career
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QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Other Requirements:
Successful completion of background, MVR, and DFWP screenings.
Flexibility to work during school hours as scheduled.
Local travel between assigned schools required.
Certificates/Licenses:
Certified Prevention Professional or eligible for certification.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, Education, or related field.
Minimum of 3 years of post-bachelor's experience in prevention, education, or behavioral health preferred.
SUMMARY
The Prevention Coordinator (Part-Time, School-Year) delivers the evidence-based Botvin LifeSkills Training program to 3rd and 4th grade students in Nassau County schools. This 9-month, part-time position is focused on classroom-based prevention education, equipping students with the knowledge and skills to make healthy choices and avoid high-risk behaviors.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Teach Botvin LifeSkills Training curriculum with fidelity to assigned 3rd and 4th grade classrooms.
Maintain classroom management that promotes a safe and engaging learning environment.
Collect, enter, and maintain program data and student outcome measures in electronic health records.
Submit accurate and timely reports and documentation as required.
Attend required training and professional development to maintain program quality.
Collaborate with school personnel as needed to support program scheduling and delivery.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of evidence-based prevention and health education practices.
Effective classroom management and student engagement strategies.
Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain program fidelity.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and electronic documentation systems.
Strong oral/written communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work effectively with children from diverse backgrounds.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
Ability to stand, walk, sit, kneel, or crouch as required for classroom teaching.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
Work is performed in school classrooms and related educational settings.
POSITION DETAILS
Employment Type: Part-Time, 9-month position (aligned with the school year)
Work Hours: During school hours, based on assigned classroom schedules
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
ETHICAL STANDARDS
Employees must comply with:
Equal employment opportunity requirements.
Federal, state, and local laws.
HIPAA and agency confidentiality standards.
Agency Code of Conduct and workplace expectations of dignity and respect.
