Prevention Specialist
Core
Implement social-emotional curriculum in classrooms, group settings, and community venues to enhance interpersonal skills and identify emotionally disturbed children.
Role type
Prevention Specialist (Social Skills Enhancement Program)
Builds
Free social-emotional learning program for elementary school children (grades K–3)
Domain
Behavioral health / Education / Child welfare
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Behavior-management techniques, Public speaking, Curriculum presentation, Trauma-informed approach, Written documentation, Community engagement
Preferred skills
Experience with detention centers or group homes
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Implement curriculum in classroom and/or group settings, Coordinate community-based grant activities, Maintain required written documentation and submit reports, Utilize behavior-management techniques, Present prevention information on challenging topics (substance use, bullying, emotional development, teen pregnancy/STIs), Attend meetings, conferences, and training sessions