KMM Prevention Specialist

Job Description:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist community coalitions in developing and advertising KY MOMS MATR program and participation. Deliver prevention services to universal, selective and indicated pregnant and postpartum women. Deliver SBIRT (Screening Brief Intervention, Referral to Treatment) trainings to potential referral sources. Develop robust, effective and collaborative referral protocols with multiple community partners. Organize communities to provide prevention trainings to individuals, agencies, or groups within the community. Participate in state initiatives as directed by Department for Behavioral Health and complete all necessary requirements. Represent company throughout various boards and committee meetings, within the seven counties. Inform supervisor, and other members of the team as indicated, of issues/concerns related to individual clients. Participate in continuing quality improvement activities Create and maintain awareness of prevention efforts through various marketing strategies. Gain additional trainings and certifications to maintain and enhance this position. Maintain confidential client files and bill for prevention services in AVATAR system under a clinical billing supervisor. Participate in ordering materials and incentives for participants. Work with a team to complete the annual KMM grant application and ensure grant deliverables are met.
Maintain accurate, thorough records on all assigned cases per board policies and procedures. Document all activities in the Prevention Database System. Ensure the accuracy, content and completeness of paperwork. Provide services within time requirement as set forth in policy and procedures. Collect, create, organize and maintain resources accessible to the community.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology or, Health Education or related field.
• Knowledge of substance use disorders, community supports and ability to work well in a team environment.
• Experience with public speaking and presentations.
• Familiar with culture, demographics and languages of the community where the program will be implemented.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and access to reliable means of transportation. Some day and overnight travel required.
• Must obtain a Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) from 3 years of date of hire

Required Competencies, Skills, and Knowledge:

• Strong verbal and written communication including facilitation and public speaking.
• Proven ability to build relationships, trust and deepen connections with diverse people.
• Knowledge of positive youth development strategies.
• Ability to follow through on assignments with minimal oversight and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Knowledge of Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Amount of Travel/Other Special Conditions or Requirements

Region-based; regional and statewide travel is required.

Time Type:

We continually help our community and employees flourish... one life at a time. As a Seven Counties Services employee there are many benefits to enjoy. Below are just some of the great benefits you might be eligible for with Seven Counties Services.

• Health & Wellness
  • Medical Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Savings Account
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability - Company Paid

• Financial Wellbeing
  • Competitive Compensation Packages
  • Life Insurance - Company Paid
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance - Company Paid
  • 403b Retirement Plan with Company Funded Matching
  • Retirement and Financial Planning Services

• Career Development and Growth
  • Tuition Assistance Plans
  • Loan Forgiveness options through federal programs (National Health Service Corps & Public Service Loan Forgiveness)
  • Student Loan Repayment Assistance
  • Clinical Supervision toward licensure and reimbursement for certain license applications
  • At Seven Counties Services training is one of our highest priorities. We provide company paid professional training for various skills, certifications, and continuing education
  • Opportunities for growth and movement - We encourage our employees to consider new growth opportunities with us
  • Leadership Academy for our rising stars, supervisors, and leaders
  • Seven Counties Services and Center for Clinical Excellence provide staff with industry best practices and processes

• Work Life Balance
  • Paid Time Off - Generous PTO for Vacations, Illness, Personal Days, Etc. (10 Paid Holidays)
  • Flexible Work Schedules to promote a Healthy Work Life Balance
  • Employee Assistance Program - assists employees with personal problems and/or work-related problems that may impact their job performance, health, mental and emotional well-being