Corewell Health Taylor , MI 48180
Posted 1 week ago
Job Summary
Pay range: $20. to $21. per hour
The Adolescent Prevention Specialist is responsible for the promotion, development, facilitation and evaluation of youth groups, presentations and programs offered by the Beaumont Teen Health Center-Taylor. These prevention programs are interactive and use educational/team building activities, including but not limited to the arts, role-playing, and implementation of research-based curricula. The primary focus of programming may include: Alcohol, tobacco other drugs and violence prevention; HIV, STD, and pregnancy prevention; self-esteem, anger management, communication and other coping skills. Other duties may include educational presentations in schools, after-school and summer programming, participation in community meetings and events. Adolescent Prevention Specialist may assist in oversight and guidance of Peer Educators.
Essential Functions
Under the direction of the program Supervisor, assist with the planning, scheduling, implementation, and evaluation of all program activities, and trainings on prevention related topics. Activities may include after-school, in-school, community, and/or summer programming.
Proficient with data entry and database organization.
Participates in monitoring program outcomes, outputs and objectives.
a. Maintains and completes program documentation/logs necessary for reporting. Accurately collects client/participant information for the State of Michigan data system.
b. Collects and compiles evaluation measures, including satisfaction of clients/participants to the Program Evaluator for reporting results to funder/s, supervisor, staff, and other stakeholders. Along with the prevention team, uses evaluation results to modify program activities as needed.
May write or assist in writing reports, program plans, and new programming as required by Supervisor.
Assists in recruiting, training, and supervising Peer Educators.
Attends meetings of funder/s and other community events as required. Networking with other agencies, schools and community groups.
Actively participates as a team member, including mentoring new employees if applicable.
Qualifications
Required Associate's Degree or equivalent Associate degree or 4 years prevention experience.
Preferred Bachelor's Degree
2 years of relevant experience A minimum of two years' experience working with youth/adolescents. Required
Experience working with youth in group settings and/or prevention. Preferred
2 years of relevant experience After 2 years of supervision the Adolescent Prevention Specialist qualifies to apply for the Certification as Prevention Specialist (CPS), with a passing score on the IC&RC exam.
CRT-Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) - MCBAP Michigan Certification Board for Addiction Professionals 2 Yrs required
CRT-Health Education Specialist, Certified (CHES) - NCHEC National Commission for Health Education Certification Upon Hire preferred
Physical Demands
Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 5 lbs
Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 20 lbs
Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 15 lbs
Sitting: Occasionally
Standing: Occasionally
Walking: Occasionally
Forward Bend
Squat: Seldom
Stair Climbing: Seldom
Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom
Reach
Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom
Handling: Occasionally
Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Seldom
Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Seldom
Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently
Visual Acuity ¹
Primary Location
SITE
Taylor Teen Center
26650 Eureka Road
Taylor
Department Name
Teen Center PA 2 Taylor
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
40
Hours of Work
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Days Worked
Monday to Friday
Weekend Frequency
Variable weekends
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An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
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