Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers
The Tobacco Prevention Specialist is responsible for planning, coordinating and implementing agency’s tobacco prevention initiatives. Responsible for implementing policies and procedures of the Prevention services. Assess individual and community needs and risks in relation to tobacco related use behaviors. Develop educational presentations and other strategies and programs in relation to the prevention of tobacco use. Monitors and insures compliance with grant and regulatory requirements. Responsible for planning and implementing marketing strategies for tobacco prevention services, in coordination with the agency Development Officer. Participates in agency staff meetings, In-Service trainings and agency-wide staff activities as appropriate or as scheduled by supervisor. Assists in writing and implementing prevention grants. Maintains professional standards of ethics. Thorough knowledge and implementation of applicable laws and governmental regulations relating to client confidentiality, client rights and grievance policies and procedures. Thorough knowledge and implementation of office policies and procedures; insures consumer compliance with same. Establish good rapport and demonstrate a positive public relations image in working with all stakeholders including the public, clients, families, and staff. Relates and works well with peers and other agency staff in a professional/team approach. Maintains certification status. Other duties as assigned by the Chief Operating Officer.
Minimum Bachelor degree in Community/ Public Health Education, Social Work or Human Services. Possesses appropriate licensure or certification, i.e. OCPS-I, OCPS-II, CHES (Certified Health Education Specialist). Knowledge of gambling and tobacco prevention preferred as well as ability to communicate same effectively to public. Knowledge of behavioral health preferred. Excellent verbal communication skills. Ability to work flexible hours (evenings and weekends) and reliable personal transportation required. Familiarity with Geauga County. Minimum 2 year personal program of recovery if applicable.
Background Check and Alcohol and Drug Screen required.
Pay: $34,300 – $48,000 (licensed or certified)
$26,100 – $36,400 (unlicensed)
Benefits: Dental insurance, Disability insurance, Flexible schedule, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid Time Off, Professional development assistance, Referral program, Retirement plan, Tuition Reimbursement, Vision insurance
To apply, forward resume with cover letter to Wendy Dixon, Executive Assistant, Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers, 9083 Mentor Avenue, Mentor, Ohio 44060, FAX 440 205-2685. wdixon@lgrc.us
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