Job Description

Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that truly values your contributions, provides opportunities for growth and development, AND gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families?

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The Community Educator is a non-exempt position responsible for developing, coordinating, and providing presentations and training in Pinellas, Pasco and Hillsborough Counties. This includes a focus on reducing risk factors and increasing healthy behaviors via community education.

• Utilize social marketing strategies to disseminate information on medication management and the prevention of substance abuse.
• Identify appropriate sites in the community and schedule educational presentations.
• Adhere to guidelines of adopted Evidence-Based Pracces (EBPs) and ensure program fidelity.
• Research, develop, and deliver new presentaons aimed at promoting healthy behaviors and reducing substance abuse risk factors.
• Participate actively in outreach events to raise awareness and engagement.
• Collaborate with community partners and stakeholders to expand the reach and impact of educational programs.
• Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness through feedback and data collection.
• Perform all other duties assigned by the Senior Director of Behavioral Health.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• $21.87 per hour
• Hybrid/Remote work setting
• Paid Time Off (PTO) is based on the number of hours worked.
• Immediate eligibility for our 403b Savings Plan with a 25% match
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Mileage Reimbursement
• An opportunity to make the world a better place!

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services or related field
• Previous experience with mental health/substance abuse.
• Experience in public speaking or teaching preferred.
• Computer experience, which includes Microsoft Office and Electronic Health Records.
• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organization skills.
• Must obtain/maintain CPR and first-aid training within 90 days of employment.
• Must use personal vehicle for community-based visits.
• Must have a valid driver's license with auto insurance coverage.

WHO WE ARE:

From babies to seniors, Gulf Coast JFCS serves all people in need, regardless of race, religion, culture, or gender identity. Our programs span a broad spectrum of human services, including behavioral and mental health, child welfare and adoption, family support, job and employment transition, housing, food, transportation, and home care assistance for the elderly.

Gulf Coast JFCS strives to offer opportunities to gain field experience and direct client contact hours for both Bachelor’s and Master’s level practicum and internships. For license-eligible candidates, we may provide both individual and group supervision from a Board-Certified qualified supervisor to help fulfill state requirements, at no cost to the employee, depending on staff availability and scheduling capacity.

Gulf Coast JFCS is committed to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, and inappropriate behavior. Gulf Coast JFCS will not tolerate discrimination against its employees on the basis of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, workers’ compensation status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Background Screening Requirements: It is our policy at Gulf Coast JFCS that any candidate being considered for employment must successfully complete the organization’s background screening requirements, including drug screening and applicable motor vehicle checks. Gulf Coast JFCS is a Florida Care Provider of the Department of Children and Families (DCF), Agency for Health Care (AHCA), and the Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA), which requires all candidates to undergo fingerprinting through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. To learn more about the Clearinghouse, please visit: HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration

Gulf Coast JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Drug-Free Workplace, and E-Verify employer.