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CLASS TITLE: Prevention SpecialistDEPARTMENT: Prevention ServicesACCOUNTABLE TO: Program DirectorPRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION: Prevention Specialist is responsible to provide professional services in the area of substance abuse prevention education and networking; Work requires individual judgment within established policies and procedures set by EMCMHC and the State Prevention Program.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Physical requirements may require walking, lifting up to 35#’s(greater with assistance), prolonged sitting, climbing steps, stooping, bending, and the ability to get in and out of a vehicle without assistance;Must have ability to communicate orally and in the public;Work may be performed in an office, individually, family, or in a group setting;Some traveling required where exposure to inclement weather of heat, cold, rain, and snow may occur;Some weekends and nights may be required depending on community meetings and events; andMust possess a valid Montana Operator’s License (If your own personal vehicle is used to transport any client, your vehicle must have insurance that will cover passengers).MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY AND PERFORMANCE:Substance abuse is referred to as alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs;Provides training and presentations to community groups, agencies and youth on substance abuse prevention.Participate in local coalitions with common goals around substance abuse prevention.Participates in weekly and quarterly performance/training meetingsProvides all services mentioned in the state prevention contract with EMCMHC/SADS contracted service area;Maintains required standards in all agency records and state paperwork;Provides individual, group, and family education when appropriateMeets productivity standards with community contacts, while maintaining a professional and ethical level of conduct according to standards of practice, EMCMHC policies, and state and federal policies;Attends staff meetings and peer reviews, team service and coordination meetings, in-service trainings and outside service training as directed; andPerforms other duties assigned by the Program Director or Administration.EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:Graduation from High School or its equivalent.Possess people skills and public speaking skills;Must complete Credible EHR functionality and overview training within the first month of employment and maintain Certification throughout employment; andEXAMPLES OF PERFORMANCE CRITERIA AND EXPECTATIONSMaintains the highest level of ethics, morals, standards, respect for others, empathy, and privacy of client information;Provides referrals to other community resources when appropriate;Obeys all Federal and State Laws governing professional confidentiality;Continues personal/professional development as a Prevention Specialist;Consults and peers with other EMCMHC clinical staff and/or employees when needed;Performs such other assignments and duties as may be required and needed.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform any non-essential job function.