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Burrell Behavioral Health Prevention Specialist in Kirksville, Missouri
Job Description:
Job Title: Prevention SpecialistLocation: Kirksville, MODepartment: Preferred Family HealthcareEmployment Type: Full TimeShift: Monday - Friday
Job Summary:Are you a dedicated advocate for substance use prevention and community well-being? Join our team at Preferred Family Healthcare as a Prevention Specialist!In this role, you'll serve as the primary source for technical assistance support for community coalitions, empowering them to make positive changes in substance use patterns within their communities. If you're passionate about making a difference and fostering community engagement, we want to hear from you!
Kirksville, MO offers a variety of events and activities to choose from. Whether it’s visiting the state park, stopping by the farmers market, being engaged in the college and universities, or enjoying community events and businesses. Kirksville is a community driven hub with a high quality of life. Join our team to drive community-based prevention efforts and make a positive impact on public health outcomes.
Position Perks & Benefits:
Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**
Competitive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees
Company-paid basic life insurance
29 Days of PTO for Full-Time employees
Emergency Medical Leave Program
Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent child-care
Health & Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Discount Program
Mileage Reimbursement
Key Responsibilities:
Community Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for community-based coalitions, teams, and task forces in the assigned geographic area, fostering collaboration and partnerships.
Resource Provision: Provide information and technical assistance to coalitions regarding substance use prevention programs and resources, ensuring access to relevant information and support.
Training Facilitation: Offer training resources to enhance coalitions' ability to prevent substance use and promote community wellness, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge.
Service Response: Respond to requests for prevention services and information throughout the assigned counties, ensuring equitable access to services for all populations and community-based organizations.
Needs Assessment: Assist in creating yearly community and coalition needs assessments for the designated geographic area, informing strategic planning and resource allocation.
Strategic Planning: Contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of Strategic Work Plan strategies, aligning efforts with organizational goals and community needs.
Training Participation: Participate in the Statewide Prevention Training and Resource Network and other relevant initiatives, staying informed of best practices and emerging trends.
Reporting and Documentation: Prepare and submit monthly progress reports, billing percentage reports, Minimum Data Set (MDS), and other required documentation, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Annual Reports and Quality Improvement: Assist in the development of annual reports and Quality Improvement Indicators, contributing to organizational accountability and continuous improvement efforts.
Professional Development: Participate in conferences, in-services, and other required events to enhance professional knowledge and skills.
Commitment to Organizational Goals: Demonstrate commitment to the company's long-term and short-term goals, aligning efforts with the mission and vision of the organization.
Education and/or Experience Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in social work, counseling, public health, education, psychology, community development, public administration, or a closely related field; OR
Bachelor’s Degree in relevant fields with at least one (1) year of professional experience in a social service agency; OR
Associate's Degree in relevant fields with at least two (2) years of professional experience in a social service agency.
For 75% FTE Staff: Obtain the Missouri Substance Abuse Prevention Associate (MSAPA) credential within six (6) months of hire.
For 75% FTE Staff: Attend the Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist Training (SAPST) within nine (9) months of hire.
Additional Qualifications:
Knowledge of program policies, procedures, and regulations.
Ability to develop, coordinate, and evaluate services within the assigned program.
Strong communication skills to produce clear and concise reports.
Brightli is on a Mission:A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.
As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about empowering your local communities and promoting health equity, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization that is committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and authentic workplace.
We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.
Preferred Family Healthcare is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.
About Brightli
Brightli is on a mission: A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. We are doing this by forming a new behavioral health organization under new model. Under one parent company, multiple organizations are able to collaborate, share resources and system supports, increase recruiting and retention efforts, increase access to specialized care, and meet the growing demand for behavioral and addiction recovery care.
Brightli’s top-line subsidiaries include Burrell Behavioral Health (Burrell), Preferred Family Healthcare (PFH), and Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health (SEMO). While these organizations operate independently and are governed by separate board of directors, their operations and services benefit from this model. Alone, organizations may be able to navigate the current tumultuous healthcare environment, but we believe that together we can do so much more than survive. Our communities need us now more than ever, and by working together we are ready to answer their call for years to come.
Brightli Snapshot
200 locations
4 states
19 subsidiaries and/or affiliates
5k+ employees