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NEOGOV · 1 month ago

Community Collaboration Program (CCP) Prevention Coordinator

Whittier, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$70K/yr - $74K/yr

3+ years exp

Helpline Youth Counseling, Inc. (HYC) is a nonprofit agency providing youth services in Southeast Los Angeles County. They are seeking a full-time Prevention Coordinator for the Community Collaboration Program to oversee operations, implement best practices, and coordinate community-based services.

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Responsibilities

Be responsible for the overall operation of the Community Collaboration Program (CCP) including the supervision of staff, monitoring of services, contract compliance and evaluation

Be responsible for the implementation of the County Approved Work Plan, which includes an Agency-led Community Assessment, Logic Model, Evidenced-Based Programs, and SPA-Summit/Conference

Be responsible for the development, coordinating and maintaining of SPA-Based Coalition comprised of local community residents (youth, young adults, and adults), leaders, non-substance use focused businesses, substance use prevention providers, and other from the SPA-7 community

Ability to implement evidence-based strategies and prevention concepts to address substance use related community problems and contributing factors

Assist in providing comprehensive community assessments to youth, young adults, and other community members in SPA-

Lead SPA-Based Coalition and must be willing and able to provide support and technical assistance for all community partners

Develop, organize, and collaborate to coordinate substance prevention activities and events

Be responsible for management of community-based services at all HYC locations, which also includes management of services provided at various sites within the community

Monitor the fulfillment of the contract, including accurate documentation of all service activities, preparation, and submission of contract reports, monitor outcome performance and compliance with all contract requirements in accordance with Federal, State, County, City and agency Quality Assurance guidelines

Be the central point of contact for the County regarding the program and its services to the community

Collaborate with Clinical Quality Assurance to ensure proper staff orientation, training, documentation, and audit preparedness for all clinical and mental health contracts

In coordination with finance department, provide budgetary oversight of program administration and ensure program revenue and expenses are within the adopted annual budget

Attending and supporting all County Department and related external meetings

Oversee training and cross training programs and ensure all associates are aware of and comply with company, government and customer regulations, policies, work procedures, instructions, and deadlines. Participate in training programs and webinars as required

Represent the Agency in the Community by participating in collaborative, interagency coalitions, and community organizations to address critical issues related to promoting Coalition goals in Southeast Los Angeles County

Attend assigned meetings and perform other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Substance abuse preventionCommunity assessmentCertified Prevention SpecialistEnvironmental prevention programsCommunity organizingCultural competencyRelationship-buildingOrganizational skillsEffective communicationFlexible schedule

Required

Prevention Coordinator shall have, at minimum, a Bachelors degree in a human service field or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience

Prevention Coordinator shall have at least three (3) years of demonstrated previous experience within the last five (5) years working in the field of substance abuse prevention

Prevention Coordinator must be able to receive certification as a Certified Prevention Specialist under the Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals

Prevention Coordinator shall be able to effectively communicate, in English, both orally and in writing

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including most evenings and weekends

Strong relationship-building and organizational skills

Experience developing, providing, and/or evaluating environmental prevention programs/services

Experience in conducting activities that align with the Spectrum of Prevention and Strategic Prevention Framework

Experience in leading, facilitating, engaging and/or organizing community members, schools, businesses, and other stakeholders in the implementation/adoption of a community and/or population-based effort

Competency to work with the various ethnic/cultural groups in SPA-7

U.S. Citizenship or permanent resident status

Valid Class C drivers license. Current auto insurance coverage and good driving record

Ability to pass background check and criminal clearance