Substance Use Prevention Program Coordinator

Company: Bay State Community Services
Location: Quincy
Posted on: October 18, 2020

Job Description:

Bay State Community Services

Description:

If you are looking to be part of a non-profit agency that has an excellent reputation, strength-based supervision and high regard when it comes to honoring the mission of our work, Bay State Community Services is the right place for you. Apply now!!

This position will assist in implementation of local policy, practice, systems, and/or environmental changes to prevent and reduce substance misuse.

What You Will Be Doing to Make a Difference...

Facilitates a comprehensive needs assessments process, develops a Strategic Plan, and collaborates with community partners to implement prevention strategies and efforts

Keep accurate records related to program requirements and complete quarterly reports for the Department of Public Health and other funding sources

Provides coordination and support to all aspects of both the Massachusetts Opioid Abuse Prevention Collaborative (MOAPC) and the Substance Abuse Prevention Collaborative (SAPC) grant programs and future prevention grants depending on changes to funding

Facilitates monthly meetings with a core leadership team of prevention professionals

Provide technical assistance and expertise to new substance use prevention coalitions within the program catchment area

Schedule : Must be able to work remotely. May be required to attend community events outside of normal hours of operation

Salary/Benefits-Bay State Community Services recognizes all the hard work of our staff and provides outstanding benefits including:

Competitive compensation

BENEFITS START DAY ONE!!!!!

3 weeks accrued vacation upon hiring; 4 weeks accrued vacation after 2 years of service

11 paid holidays

Outstanding Health and Dental Benefits

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match

Life and Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Medical FSA and Dependent Care Account

Mileage for all employees that drive for BSCS as part of their job responsibility

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Short-Term Disability Plan

Voluntary Vision Plan

Career Ladder and Job Advancement

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Requirements:

Credentials/Qualifications

Master's Degree in Public Health (or related field) or significant experience in public health or community mobilizing

Certified Prevention Specialist, or in the process of becoming certified

Professional experience in the field of primary prevention, public health, coalition work, and community organizing

Strong knowledge of substance use prevention environmental strategies, social marketing and social norms principles

Valid MA driver's license with acceptable driving record and reliable vehicle with current proof of insurance

Acceptable CORI and SORI background record check as required by program

Bay State Community Services is committed to diversity, inclusion, and social justice. We are committed to providing an environment free from harassment of any kind, and mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Bay State Community Services believes diversity and inclusion, and social justice is an action, and as such seeks to operationalize policies, procedures and systems that support a talented, and diverse workforce.

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