Prevention Specialist

Job Description:

Job Title: Prevention Specialist

Location: Poplar Bluff, Missouri

Department: Recovery Services

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in community health and substance use prevention? Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health is seeking a dedicated Prevention Specialist to join our compassionate, collaborative team and create positive change in local communities. We're looking for a proactive, detail-oriented professional with strong communication skills and a genuine commitment to helping others.

In this critical role, you'll serve as a vital resource for community coalitions, providing technical assistance and support to develop effective strategies for addressing substance use patterns. Your work will directly impact the health and well-being of communities across our region, empowering local teams to implement meaningful prevention programs.

The Prevention Specialist position requires someone who thrives on collaboration, demonstrates exceptional organizational skills, and is committed to improving community health outcomes.

This position offers….

Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost

Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel

Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition

Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce.

Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with community-based coalitions to develop and implement substance use prevention strategies. · Provide technical assistance and training resources to enhance coalition capabilities. · Develop comprehensive community and coalition needs assessments. · Create and update strategic work plans to address local prevention priorities. · Coordinate and participate in prevention-focused training and resource networks. · Prepare and submit detailed monthly progress, billing, and data reports. · Support and participate in community education campaigns and prevention initiatives.

Education, Experience, and/or Credential Qualifications:

Master's Degree in social work , counseling, public health, education, psychology, community development, public administration, or a closely related field

OR · Bachelor's Degree in the above fields with at least one (1) year professional experience in a social service agency

OR · Associate's Degree with at least two (2) years of professional experience in a social service agency · Must obtain Missouri Substance Abuse Prevention Associate (MSAPA) credential within six (6) months of hire · Must attend Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist Training (SAPST) within nine (9) months of hire

Additional Qualifications: · Valid driver's license · Acceptable driving record · Current auto insurance · Must pass background check including criminal record, driving record, and fingerprint check

Physical Requirements:

Sedentary work involving occasional lifting up to 10 pounds · Ability to sit for extended periods · Capable of typing and writing during work shift · Occasional walking and standing required



 Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.



 Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.