School-Based Prevention Specialist
North Community Counseling Centers, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224
Job Details
We are looking for empowered individuals that are dedicated and passionate about behavioral health to join us on our mission to change the lives of the people in our community.
The School-Based Prevention Specialist works to promote mental health awareness, suicide prevention, bullying prevention, and substance use prevention among students in grades K‑12. The Specialist conducts individual and group sessions using evidence‑based curriculum and is responsible for day‑to‑day tasks of engaging students. This position requires strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, and a commitment to creating positive change in a multicultural environment.
About Us North Community Counseling Centers (NCCC) is a nonprofit mental health and addiction agency that has been providing essential services since 1968. We offer therapy, case management, substance use disorder treatment, and youth and adolescent programming across four locations, including home‑ and school‑based programs.
Duties and Responsibilities
Demonstrate ability to implement evidence‑based curriculum with individuals and groups
Plan, organize, coordinate, and deliver program services to clients
Identify need for chemical dependency and/or mental health treatment
De‑escalate client crisis situations in an appropriate therapeutic manner
Seek support of area services and referral sources for clients
Interact professionally and respectfully with clients, parents, teachers, and school staff
Seek feedback from clients and co‑workers
Abide by and have knowledge of agency confidentiality policies and HIPAA rules
Complete required ADAMH outcome instruments as required
Maintain accurate documentation and complete it in a timely manner
Communicate needed information respectfully and clearly with clients, providers, and staff
Update and maintain accurate client documentation in accordance with applicable standards
Meet minimum productivity as per agency policy
Assess personal training needs, set goals to meet these needs, and achieve them
Qualifications
Degree in human services field required
Ohio Social Work license or Ohio Prevention Specialist certification preferred
Strong documentation skills and ability to use electronic health record system
Compassionate and caring demeanor
Ability to build rapport with clients
Strong leadership qualities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Valid driver’s license & insurance; must have an operating vehicle
Agency Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
Free CEU training
Mileage reimbursement
Flexible schedule
Remote and in‑office work environments
Paid vacation and sick time
Guaranteed 9 paid holidays
Competitive reimbursement
Monthly bonuses as earned
Job Type: Full‑Time
Rate of Pay: $42,000 - $44,000
North Community Counseling Centers is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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The School-Based Prevention Specialist works to promote mental health awareness, suicide prevention, bullying prevention, and substance use prevention among students in grades K‑12. The Specialist conducts individual and group sessions using evidence‑based curriculum and is responsible for day‑to‑day tasks of engaging students. This position requires strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, and a commitment to creating positive change in a multicultural environment.
About Us North Community Counseling Centers (NCCC) is a nonprofit mental health and addiction agency that has been providing essential services since 1968. We offer therapy, case management, substance use disorder treatment, and youth and adolescent programming across four locations, including home‑ and school‑based programs.
Duties and Responsibilities
Demonstrate ability to implement evidence‑based curriculum with individuals and groups
Plan, organize, coordinate, and deliver program services to clients
Identify need for chemical dependency and/or mental health treatment
De‑escalate client crisis situations in an appropriate therapeutic manner
Seek support of area services and referral sources for clients
Interact professionally and respectfully with clients, parents, teachers, and school staff
Seek feedback from clients and co‑workers
Abide by and have knowledge of agency confidentiality policies and HIPAA rules
Complete required ADAMH outcome instruments as required
Maintain accurate documentation and complete it in a timely manner
Communicate needed information respectfully and clearly with clients, providers, and staff
Update and maintain accurate client documentation in accordance with applicable standards
Meet minimum productivity as per agency policy
Assess personal training needs, set goals to meet these needs, and achieve them
Qualifications
Degree in human services field required
Ohio Social Work license or Ohio Prevention Specialist certification preferred
Strong documentation skills and ability to use electronic health record system
Compassionate and caring demeanor
Ability to build rapport with clients
Strong leadership qualities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Valid driver’s license & insurance; must have an operating vehicle
Agency Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
Free CEU training
Mileage reimbursement
Flexible schedule
Remote and in‑office work environments
Paid vacation and sick time
Guaranteed 9 paid holidays
Competitive reimbursement
Monthly bonuses as earned
Job Type: Full‑Time
Rate of Pay: $42,000 - $44,000
North Community Counseling Centers is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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