Pathways Inc.
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Salary Range:
$30,000 - $32,500
Position Summary The Prevention Specialist for the KY Moms program is responsible for promoting and supporting substance abuse prevention strategies, particularly for pregnant and postpartum women. This role involves engaging communities, facilitating partnerships, and delivering education and technical assistance to key stakeholders, coalitions, and service organizations. The specialist works collaboratively to build community capacity and sustain prevention efforts aligned with KY Moms' goals.
Educational Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree required
Preferred fields of study include:
Human Relations
Public Health
Health Administration
Community Planning or Development
Behavioral Health
Adult or Continuing Education
Health Education
Communications
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Mobilize individuals, coalitions, and organizations to support and implement substance abuse prevention strategies.
Provide technical assistance and training to local partners to strengthen prevention services.
Coordinate community outreach, education campaigns, and engagement activities.
Deliver prevention programming and services that target pregnant and postpartum women.
Maintain documentation of activities, outcomes, and program impact using approved tools and systems.
Collaborate with local health departments, behavioral health providers, and community partners.
Travel for program implementation, training, and meetings as required.
Perform other duties as outlined in the official job description.
Skills and Knowledge Required
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proven relationship-building and interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational and time management abilities
Proficiency with computers and digital tools (Microsoft Office, data entry platforms, etc.)
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Must be willing to travel for training and job responsibilities
Additional Requirements
Must obtain Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) certification within three (3) years of employment
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in community-based prevention, public health, or maternal and child health services
Familiarity with substance abuse prevention principles and evidence-based practices
This is a full time position.
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Salary Range:
$30,000 - $32,500
Position Summary The Prevention Specialist for the KY Moms program is responsible for promoting and supporting substance abuse prevention strategies, particularly for pregnant and postpartum women. This role involves engaging communities, facilitating partnerships, and delivering education and technical assistance to key stakeholders, coalitions, and service organizations. The specialist works collaboratively to build community capacity and sustain prevention efforts aligned with KY Moms' goals.
Educational Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree required
Preferred fields of study include:
Human Relations
Public Health
Health Administration
Community Planning or Development
Behavioral Health
Adult or Continuing Education
Health Education
Communications
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Mobilize individuals, coalitions, and organizations to support and implement substance abuse prevention strategies.
Provide technical assistance and training to local partners to strengthen prevention services.
Coordinate community outreach, education campaigns, and engagement activities.
Deliver prevention programming and services that target pregnant and postpartum women.
Maintain documentation of activities, outcomes, and program impact using approved tools and systems.
Collaborate with local health departments, behavioral health providers, and community partners.
Travel for program implementation, training, and meetings as required.
Perform other duties as outlined in the official job description.
Skills and Knowledge Required
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proven relationship-building and interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational and time management abilities
Proficiency with computers and digital tools (Microsoft Office, data entry platforms, etc.)
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Must be willing to travel for training and job responsibilities
Additional Requirements
Must obtain Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) certification within three (3) years of employment
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in community-based prevention, public health, or maternal and child health services
Familiarity with substance abuse prevention principles and evidence-based practices
This is a full time position.
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