Job description

CoveCare Center (Formerly Putnam Family & Community Services, Inc.), a private non-profit agency providing mental health and substance use treatment services in Putnam County, NY.

CoveCare Center is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or other classes protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. We offer you more than just a “job”. We focus on the professional development of our staff to advance the capabilities of our people. We offer a wide variety of experience to support our employees’ professional growth and continuous learning. We offer an inclusive, welcoming diverse environment and mutual respect. We offer flexible schedules and focus on a work life balance for the well being of all our staff members.

CoveCare Center takes an innovative and compassionate approach to counseling and wellness management. What sets us apart is our focus on the whole person and our individualized approach to healing and recovery. At CoveCare we empower clients to manage their symptoms and make the changes necessary to live healthy lives. We do this in an environment that is safe and affordable. Our Mission…is to partner with individuals, families, and the community to foster hope, wellness, and recovery, and to restore quality of life by addressing mental health needs, substance use and social and emotional issues.

If you are looking for an amazing opportunity, please come and join our CoveCare Center family. CoveCare Center has a full-time opening for a Prevention Educator.

The Prevention Educator is responsible for providing substance use services, social and emotional well-being, violence prevention and gambling education in assigned classes in school districts within Putnam County, while maintaining a positive relationship with school personnel.

Responsibilities:

• Implements evidence-based curriculums in assigned school districts,
• Provides alcohol and drug education and prevention information to students, school personnel and parents; this occasionally may include evening and weekend assignments.
• Assures that all requisite documentation/statistics are completed in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with prevention guidelines.
• Consults with school staff with regards to substance use services and prevention issues.
• Works with Camp Herrlich and Putnam County Youth Bureau during summer month duration and completing assigned duties as agreed upon by the Program Director or supervisor (time not spent in the school will be spent on agency related activities).
• Participates and collaborates at CoveCare Center for staff meetings and supervision.
• Participates in Putnam County Communities that Care Coalition’s meetings and events.
• Plans and provides awareness and information campaigns related to prevention during relevant events such as Red Ribbon Week and National Prevention Week.
• Participates in Youth Court meetings and court cases. Provides restorative interventions for juvenile offenders as deemed appropriate by supervisor.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s prepared Qualified Health Professional (QHP)* with two years’ related work experience. Must have basic computer literacy and excellent verbal and written skills. Position requires the ability to travel and use of own car.

*QHP includes Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC), Credentialed Problem Gambling Counselor, Certified Teacher, Certified Health Educator, Certified School Counselor, Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Registered Professional Nurse, Licensed Physician, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist and National Board-Certified Counselor, CPS and CPP (certified prevention specialist/professional).

CoveCare Center offers a comprehensive benefits package for all full-time employees! Our benefits include excellent paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, short term, and long-term disability insurance along with a 401(k) plan with an employer match. All benefits start 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
All in house employees must complete daily screening questionnaire.
common surfaces are sanitized regularly, air purifier systems installed in high traffic area.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Carmel, NY: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• prevention work: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CASAC (Preferred)
• LMSW (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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