The NyE Communities Coalition is seeking a motivated, self-directed, organized individual who is committed to working with community partners to build systems and relationships to address community issues related to substance misuse, behavioral health and how the community addresses the connection between those problems.
Activities will include coordinating and / or conducting community trainings and meetings on substance misuse, behavioral health, community safety, and related issues. Will be responsible for understanding and communicating community needs through attendance at regional behavioral health meetings and community based meetings. Will
update and publish monthly lists of resources and services available for communities of Nye County. Will assist individual situations related to substance misuse and will identify systems changes necessary to prevent ongoing issues.
They will assess current living situation, make referrals, and provide linkages to services for community members; along with providing information and education to the community, gathering information for understanding of systems and operations needs and resources. Coordinator will work closely with assigned Director, Coalition Coordinators, and Regional Behavioral Health Coordinators. Provide services as a Community Health Worker, associated with several NyECC projects.
Being a part of the company requires following the mission: To grow healthy organizations, people and environment. We are looking for an individual who can lead by example and teach our young future leaders the dangers of drug, tobacco, and alcohol use and encourage them to lead healthy lives and provide a role model to the community.
Key Skills / Experience:
- Capable of reading and writing reports, minutes, policies, and procedures.
- Strong ability to relate to community members in crisis.
- Ability to provide education and information in an engaging manner.
- Experience with creating linkages to services, case management, and helping people in a respectful manner.
Minimum Education and Requirements:
- High School Diploma; Social Service, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Public Health or other similar degree preferred but not required.
- Office tools and software competent.
- Drivers License / Reliable Transportation.
Minimum Age: 18
Hiring Requirements: Drug Testing/Screening, Background Checks
Education Level: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Requires a Drivers License: Yes, Operator License
Pay Comments: DOE (Depends on Experience)
Benefits:
Job Application Methods Accepted: At the Nearest One-Stop
Employer requests only Veterans apply: None Selected
Application Comments:
Apply at the NyE Communities Coalition and Career Connections at 1020 E Wilson Street, Pahrump, NV. 89048 or at 360 Lincoln Street Caliente, NV. 89008. Application located in Documents(Staff). Resume required.
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