Cenikor's Value Proposition - What's In It for You?
- PURPOSE in your work - service to others, giving back to your community, helping to save lives, being fulfilled at work. See how we served last year.
- COMPETITIVE PAY, BENEFITS, PAID TIME OFF, $2k - $4k TUITION REIMBURSEMENT, up to 10% 401K and BONUSES - we hire and reward high performers.
- Benefits for full-time team members include Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life & AD&D, LTD, STD, Accident, Critical Illness, HRA/FSA
- STABILITY and GROWTH - more than 55 years in business - our strong financial processes support our drive to serve more people and ensure stability for our team members.
- CONTINUOUS LEARNING and PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - we are committed to developing our leaders in their desired career path and promoting from within. We have Cenikor Career Pathways Program that you can join after 90 days of employment. We also have an annual leadership development program with assigned mentors to help you achieve your professional goals. More than 25% of our total employees have been promoted the last 4 years.
- STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS - The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) forgives your qualified student loans if working for a non-profit for a specific period of time. Find out more here.
- The work we do isn't easy. If you like purposeful hard work, serving others and having FUN with your team while achieving goals, Cenikor will be the right place for you!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Program Coordination and Oversight
- Coordinate and evaluate prevention programs to ensure quality, effectiveness, and alignment with HHSC contractual requirements and Cenikor's mission.
- Supervise Prevention Specialists, providing regular guidance, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities.
- Conduct supervision meetings with Prevention Team Members, supporting accountability and goal attainment.
- Serve as a key liaison between the Prevention Team and the Director of Prevention Programs to ensure clear communication, consistency, and efficient operations.
- Participate in the recruitment, onboarding, and training process for new Prevention Team Members.
- Assist with planning, organizing, and scheduling prevention activities to maximize impact and meet program deliverables.
- Monitor HHSC performance measures using internal and HHSC tools; compile and submit required reports on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
- Coordinate and implement prevention services throughout the academic year and summer in collaboration with schools and community partners.
- Provide or facilitate educational presentations, classroom sessions, and group activities focused on substance use prevention, health, and wellness for youth in grades 1-12.
- Lead and participate in community mobilization efforts through coalitions, local health fairs, schools, and partner events.
- Represent Cenikor professionally at schools, community meetings, and events while cultivating and maintaining positive relationships with school administrators, educators, and partner organizations.
- Deliver prevention services directly when needed to ensure consistency and program continuity.
- Maintain program documentation and files in compliance with federal, state, and Cenikor standards.
- Ensure adherence to HHSC contract requirements, Cenikor policies, and all applicable regulatory guidelines.
- Track and analyze program outcomes and curriculum results to assess goal attainment and guide ongoing improvements.
- Oversee and complete Big 5 performance management documentation for Prevention Team Members, including weekly assistance needed updates, goal tracking, and priority alignment.
- Manage and request program supplies and materials to support effective prevention service delivery.
- Work under the direction of the Director of Prevention Programs to address and support employee relations matters within the Prevention Team, ensuring alignment with Cenikor policy and HR guidance.
- Maintain professional development and required training hours per agency and state regulations.
- Promote a collaborative, mission-driven, and positive work environment aligned with Cenikor's core values of integrity, service, and excellence.
- Support open communication, teamwork, and problem-solving across the Prevention Department.
- Collaborate with leadership to identify innovative approaches to prevention education and community engagement.
- Perform other duties as assigned consistent with the scope and purpose of this position.
Program Delivery and Community Engagement
Administration, Supervision, and Compliance
Culture and Collaboration
QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION:
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of prevention education, youth engagement, and community outreach best practices.
- Experience supervising or mentoring staff and managing program operations.
- Excellent interpersonal communication, presentation, and leadership skills.
- Strong organizational and time management abilities to meet deadlines and balance multiple priorities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, data tracking, and reporting systems.
- Ability to consistently uphold Cenikor's Core Principles:
- Demonstrate mission of service to clients.
- Communicate respectfully and positively with staff and clients.
- Exhibit motivation and perseverance to achieve goals.
- Model professional behavior and maintain appropriate boundaries.
- Work effectively as part of a team and support others' success.
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Education, Public Health, Psychology, or related field required.
- Master's degree preferred.
Experience:
- Minimum two (2) years of experience in prevention, education, or community health programming required.
- Experience supervising staff or leading teams preferred.
- Experience working with youth, schools, or coalitions preferred.
- Experience in data management, reporting, or program coordination preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time.
Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction.
Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than the whole hand or arm (e.g., using a keyboard).
Communication skills using both written and spoken word.
Ability to see and hear within normal parameters.
Possible exposure to communicable diseases.
Travel required in personal vehicle to presentation sites and community locations.
LICENSURE:
Certified Prevention Specialist certification required within 20 months of employment.
RESOURCES PROVIDED:
- Email account
- Computer
STAFF SUPERVISED:
Prevention Specialists
CLIENTS SERVED:
Students, Families, School Administrators, Community Partners, and the General Public.
