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Description
New Horizons is the largest mental health and addiction recovery provider on the Treasure Coast and beyond, serving 15,000 children and adults annuallythrough inpatient crisis services, a 24-hour helpline and mobile response team, and outpatient programs across Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee, and St. Lucie counties. Additionally, we assist 22,000 students in area schools, working closely with the courts, law enforcement, jails, and hospitals to enhance individual well-being and improve overall community health.
We are seeking a caring and compassionate Prevention Specialistto join our team. As a Prevention Specialist, you will play a key role in shaping the future of our youthby teaching essential life skills and fostering resilience. Our team utilizes evidence-based curricula—including Too Good for Drugs, Too Good for Violence, and Botvin Life Skills—to educate students on topics such as alcohol, tobacco, and drug prevention.These services are provided in classroom settings and one-on-one with students in grades K-8.
Position Details
Based in St. Lucie county
Full-time position (40 hours per week).
Typical working hours:Monday to Friday during school hours, with occasional Saturday or evening hours for community events.
Summer servicesare provided to local summer camps and after-school programs.
Starting pay: $18 per hour.
Pay increase to $19 per hour after 90 days(subject to performance).
Opportunities for growth
Key Responsibilities
Teach evidence-based prevention educationto students in assigned schools.
Provide individual substance abuse prevention servicestailored to youth needs.
Foster resilience and positive decision-makingskills in students.
Collaborate with teachers, school administrators, families, and community organizations to promote student well-being.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date case recordsand ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
Prepare weekly and monthly reportsas required by the agency.
Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional developmentopportunities.
Support school-wide initiatives that foster mental health awareness and substance abuse prevention.
Perform other duties as assigned to support program effectiveness.
We are seeking a candidate who
Is comfortable teaching students in a classroom setting.
Can work effectively with students individually.
Has reliable transportation.
Works well as part of a team.
Has experience working with elementary and/or middle school students.
Possesses strong organizational skills.
Now under new management, New Horizons offers meaningful work with opportunities for professional growth, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits, including
Health Insurance(including mental health coverage)
Dental & Vision Insurance
Disability Insurance(Short-Term & Long-Term)
Paid Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays
Paid Training & Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance & Retirement Plan (403b)
Requirements New Horizons is looking for candidates who are passionate about helping youth make positive life choicesand possess the following qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degreefrom an accredited university in counseling, social work, psychology, criminal justice, nursing, rehabilitation, special education, health education,or a related human services field.
Experience working with children facing substance abuse and/or mental health challengesis preferred.
OR
-Possession of a Florida Certification Board certificationwith 5 years of experienceworking with children facing substance abuse and/or mental health issues. (Written acceptance for certification in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree must be obtained from the school administration and kept in the personnel file.)
Ability to apply therapeutic aggression management techniqueseffectively, as needed.
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We are seeking a caring and compassionate Prevention Specialistto join our team. As a Prevention Specialist, you will play a key role in shaping the future of our youthby teaching essential life skills and fostering resilience. Our team utilizes evidence-based curricula—including Too Good for Drugs, Too Good for Violence, and Botvin Life Skills—to educate students on topics such as alcohol, tobacco, and drug prevention.These services are provided in classroom settings and one-on-one with students in grades K-8.
Position Details
Based in St. Lucie county
Full-time position (40 hours per week).
Typical working hours:Monday to Friday during school hours, with occasional Saturday or evening hours for community events.
Summer servicesare provided to local summer camps and after-school programs.
Starting pay: $18 per hour.
Pay increase to $19 per hour after 90 days(subject to performance).
Opportunities for growth
Key Responsibilities
Teach evidence-based prevention educationto students in assigned schools.
Provide individual substance abuse prevention servicestailored to youth needs.
Foster resilience and positive decision-makingskills in students.
Collaborate with teachers, school administrators, families, and community organizations to promote student well-being.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date case recordsand ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
Prepare weekly and monthly reportsas required by the agency.
Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional developmentopportunities.
Support school-wide initiatives that foster mental health awareness and substance abuse prevention.
Perform other duties as assigned to support program effectiveness.
We are seeking a candidate who
Is comfortable teaching students in a classroom setting.
Can work effectively with students individually.
Has reliable transportation.
Works well as part of a team.
Has experience working with elementary and/or middle school students.
Possesses strong organizational skills.
Now under new management, New Horizons offers meaningful work with opportunities for professional growth, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits, including
Health Insurance(including mental health coverage)
Dental & Vision Insurance
Disability Insurance(Short-Term & Long-Term)
Paid Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays
Paid Training & Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance & Retirement Plan (403b)
Requirements New Horizons is looking for candidates who are passionate about helping youth make positive life choicesand possess the following qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degreefrom an accredited university in counseling, social work, psychology, criminal justice, nursing, rehabilitation, special education, health education,or a related human services field.
Experience working with children facing substance abuse and/or mental health challengesis preferred.
OR
-Possession of a Florida Certification Board certificationwith 5 years of experienceworking with children facing substance abuse and/or mental health issues. (Written acceptance for certification in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree must be obtained from the school administration and kept in the personnel file.)
Ability to apply therapeutic aggression management techniqueseffectively, as needed.
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