Substance Use Prevention Specialist

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Seeking a Prevention Specialist to plan, organize and implement a county-wide substance use disorders (SUD) prevention program; disseminate information on SUD; and assist school systems & county agencies with developing and implementing SUD/health curriculums. Attendance at occasional evening or weekend events may be required. Office is located in Paw Paw, MI just 20 minutes west of Kalamazoo and includes community-based work.

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in communication, education, human services, or other relevant field. The Prevention Specialist must be able to demonstrate understanding of the physical, social and psychological impact of substance use disorders on the individual, family and community.

Position is full-time (37.5 hours per week). Salary range is $41,216-$55,391/year. We offer an excellent benefit package including an affordable, top-notch health/dental/vision plan, deferred compensation retirement plan with employer matching, employer-provided life & disability insurance, 12 paid holidays each year, and generous paid time off to promote work/life balance.

Join our team! Submit your cover letter & resume to Chris Schlabaugh, Van Buren CMH, P.O. Box 249, Paw Paw, MI 49079. Learn more about us and view additional job details on the Employment page at www.vbcmh.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $41,216.00 - $55,391.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Please describe what experience you have that relates to understanding the physical, social and psychological impact of substance use disorders.
• Do you have a Bachelor's degree in communication, education, human services or other field relevant to substance use disorder prevention?

Work Location: In person