Job Description

Arisa Health is seeking candidates to fill a Drug and Alcohol Safety Education Program (DASEP) Specialist position in Jonesboro, AR. The person who fills this position will be providing substance abuse education and serving the court system. Candidates should have experience in the psychology or criminal justice field.

Candidates must be proficient with computers including Microsoft Word and Excel programs and must have excellent communication skills. The ability to address individuals as well as groups is required. Candidates must be able to facilitate educational classes and interact in virtual (Zoom) or in-person classrooms.

Arisa Health is Arkansas' largest and most comprehensive nonprofit behavioral health provider. Formed by the affiliation of 4 long-standing Arkansas community mental health centers, Arisa Health leads with exceptional care that nurtures health and well-being for all. Arisa provides outpatient services, Crisis services and emergency screening, substance abuse counseling, intensive children services, intensive adult services, medical services, and residential services in 41 Arkansas counties.

This position is classified as full- time, non-exempt (hourly) and reports to the Program Manager.

Work Hours: Full time, Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

What you will do as a DASEP Specialist:

• Responsible for recruiting, screening, interviewing and training volunteers in their assigned counties to serve as advocates
• Assist volunteers in all aspects of advocacy
• Should have considerable knowledge of community resources and services available to children and families
• Complete appropriate records and documentation.

What we look for in a DASEP Specialist:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• An associate's degree is preferred
• Experience with substance abuse treatment is preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent computer skills
• Fluency in English and Spanish is preferred

What we offer our team members:

• A company dedicated to transforming communities one life at a time.
• A great benefits package that includes (but is not limited to) Medical/Dental/Vision, 401(k)/Roth plan with matching, and Healthcare Savings Accounts.
• Ongoing training throughout your employment
• Company sponsored Whole Health programs designed to recharge our teams.

Arisa Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Arisa Health aspires to lead with exceptional care that nurtures health and well-being for all by promoting an environment that is welcoming, equitable, inclusive, and diverse. We desire a workforce that represents the communities we serve. As such, we aim to make a difference by building a trustworthy culture that advances opportunities for growth while also encouraging excellence, innovation, and collaboration. At Arisa Health, we endeavor to work and live with passion as we strive to transform communities’ one life at a time.