Job Abstract

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in the development of prevention needs assessments and recommends overall prevention strategies to be used with identified school populations

• Conducts in-service trainings and provides ongoing assistance for school personnel on implementation of prevention curricula and other strategies and on current prevention issues including identification of the signs and symptoms of alcohol and other drug use

• Monitors the implementation and evaluation of prevention programs in assigned schools

• Provides training for parents and other community members based on assessed needs

• Assists in design, development and implementation of conferences, workshops and training sessions

• Works collaboratively with school personnel/committees/teams to address related areas of concern

• Conducts individual student assessments and interventions, facilitates student support groups and makes referrals to appropriate resources

• Assists school personnel in developing, training and implementing student leadership programs (i.e. Peer Helpers, TeamSpirit, President’s Roundtable, cross-age training, etc.)

• Works in collaboration with school and community agencies/organizations/department/programs that address high risk behaviors and attends advisory council meetings, PTA/PTO and faculty meetings, as needed

• Maintains appropriate records and documentations

• Pursues professional growth opportunities including, but not limited to, the acquisition of and/or maintenance of the License for Prevention Professionals

• Participates actively on staff committees and teams to promote and maximize collaboration and communication, sharing of expertise, diversity and networking

Manages the activities of teams and/or I CARE committees as assigned by the director. Responsibilities may include assisting with interviews; planning and directing the tasks of the teams/committees and resolving problems. While in schools or with students the supervisory responsibilities are managing students appropriately.

The essential functions for the position of I CARE Specialist include the physical and mental involvement requirements noted in this position description in addition to regular reliable attendance given the limited number of employees available to perform the essential functions of this position. It is also essential that the specialists be able to follow the directives of superiors in ensuring the harmonious operation of the department.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of an accredited college or university with a masters degree

• A valid Louisiana teaching certificate with at least five years successful teaching experience preferred

• Training and/or experience in the field of substance abuse and violence prevention with skills in counseling, group process, peer leadership, critical thinking and collaborative undertaking preferred