Government Careers
  • Drug & Alcohol Prevention Specialist (Local Government)

  • Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
  • Danville, Pennsylvania 17822 United States View Map

Summary

CMSU is looking for a motivated and dependable person willing to provide preventions services involving schools and the community. These prevention services include drug and alcohol education and training to school students and staff. CMSU provides excellent benefits and longevity increases. If you would like to help young people get a good foundation for the rest of their life, CMSU would like to talk to you!This role focuses on delivering prevention programs and educational outreach in schools and community settings. As a Drug and Alcohol Prevention Specialist, you will perform the following duties:Program Delivery: Provide prevention programs in schools to increase awareness of drug and alcohol useEducational Outreach: Disseminate materials that inform students, staff, and families about substance use issuesSchool Collaboration: Work with local school districts to educate school communitiesCommunity Engagement: Participate in coalitions and groups that focus on reducing ATOD use among studentsWork Schedule and Additional Information Full-time employmentWork hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year as a Drug and Alcohol Prevention Specialist Trainee; orA Bachelor's Degree in Health Education, Education, the Social or Behavioral Sciences or related fields and one year experience in drug and alcohol prevention work; orAny equivalent combination of experience and training.Other Requirements You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.You must be able to perform essential job functions.Legal Requirements This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).Veterans Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.Your score is valid for this specific posting only.You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved.you may be disqualified.You may only apply/test once for this posting.Your results will be provided via email.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

CMSU is looking for a motivated and dependable person willing to provide preventions services involving schools and the community. These prevention services include drug and alcohol education and training to school students and staff. CMSU provides excellent benefits and longevity increases. If you would like to help young people get a good foundation for the rest of their life, CMSU would like to talk to you!This role focuses on delivering prevention programs and educational outreach in schools and community settings. As a Drug and Alcohol Prevention Specialist, you will perform the following duties:Program Delivery: Provide prevention programs in schools to increase awareness of drug and alcohol useEducational Outreach: Disseminate materials that inform students, staff, and families about substance use issuesSchool Collaboration: Work with local school districts to educate school communitiesCommunity Engagement: Participate in coalitions and groups that focus on reducing ATOD use among studentsWork Schedule and Additional Information Full-time employmentWork hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year as a Drug and Alcohol Prevention Specialist Trainee; orA Bachelor's Degree in Health Education, Education, the Social or Behavioral Sciences or related fields and one year experience in drug and alcohol prevention work; orAny equivalent combination of experience and training.Other Requirements You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.You must be able to perform essential job functions.Legal Requirements This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).Veterans Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.Your score is valid for this specific posting only.You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved.you may be disqualified.You may only apply/test once for this posting.Your results will be provided via email.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Government Careers

Government Careers

Government jobs offer stability, competitive benefits, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on your community and country.

Whether you’re starting your career or seeking new opportunities, these roles provide pathways for growth, security, and service.

Explore positions across a wide range of fields and take the first step toward a rewarding future in public service.

Show more

MORE JOBS