Prevention Specialist at Red Oak Behavioral Health

Description

Make a Difference Every Day

Red Oak Behavioral Health is looking for an energetic and compassionate Prevention Specialist to deliver engaging, evidence-based prevention and social-emotional learning (SEL) programs to youth from pre-K through high school in school and community settings.

You’ll play a key role in teaching life skills, promoting positive behavior, and strengthening connections between schools, families, and communities.

What You’ll Do

• Facilitate engaging prevention education and SEL programming in schools and after-school settings.
   
• Provide early childhood consultation and training for teaching staff and parents in positive behavior management.
   
• Build strong partnerships with schools, childcare centers, and community organizations.
   
• Plan and implement prevention strategies, including education, alternative activities, information dissemination, and community engagement.
   
• Collect and maintain program data; ensure accurate documentation in agency systems.
   
• Support outreach efforts to promote prevention awareness in the community.
   
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development to enhance prevention expertise.
   

What You’ll Bring

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, Public Health, or a related field.
   
• Experience: 2+ years in social services, education, youth programs, or community outreach preferred.
   
• Licensure/Credential:
   
  • Ohio Prevention credential (OCPSA, OCPS, or OCPC) preferred.
     
  • Candidates without credentialing must obtain Registered Applicant status within 90 days and full credential within one year (agency support provided).
     
• Skills: Strong communication, organization, and facilitation abilities; comfortable working with diverse groups of youth and families.
   
• Other Requirements:
   
  • Valid Ohio driver’s license and reliable transportation.
     
  • Experience with electronic documentation (EHR systems preferred).
     

You’ll Thrive Here If You Are:

• Passionate about youth development and mental health prevention.
   
• A confident group facilitator who enjoys engaging with kids and teens.
   
• Collaborative, organized, and adaptable.
   
• Motivated by seeing positive change in your community.
   

Schedule & Work Environment

• Full-time, primarily school hours (some flexibility for community events).
   
• Work occurs in schools, childcare centers, and community sites throughout Summit County and nearby areas.
   
• Requires reliable transportation between locations.
   

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive pay (commensurate with experience and credentials)
   
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
   
• Generous PTO, paid holidays, and school-year alignment
   
• Mileage reimbursement for travel between sites
   
• Professional development and training opportunities
   
• Supportive, mission-driven culture
   

About Red Oak Behavioral Health

Red Oak Behavioral Health has been serving Northeast Ohio for over 50 years, providing high-quality mental health and prevention services to children, families, and schools. We believe in empowering youth to thrive by fostering emotional resilience, positive relationships, and community well-being.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Red Oak Behavioral Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.