Prevention & Family Engagement Specialist

This position provides prevention and early intervention services in East Multnomah County middle schools by offering support to youth and families with a focus on reducing risky student behaviors such as truancy, poor school performance, alcohol and drug use, negative behavior, etc. What you'll do: · Individual case management with youth and families who have been identified by schools and community partners. · Provide consistent and on-going positive role modeling for youth and families. · Provide evidence-based prevention instruction to students in classroom settings. · Facilitate evidence-based life skills groups in schools during the school year and over the summer break. · Co-facilitate evening culturally specific family enrichment groups. · Organize and participate in monthly harm reduction trainings and community events across East Multnomah County and rural parts of Clackamas County. · Provide substance abuse prevention education as well as alcohol and drug trends and the benefits of harm reduction to parents, school staff, and community members. · Identify client barriers to services/supports and then provide appropriate referrals to clients and/or their family members. · Develop and maintain professional relationships with schools, juvenile justice, BHRN partners, and other relevant community partners. · Regular attendance is required. · Other duties as required. Who you are: · Bilingual/bicultural. Must be able to speak, read and write Spanish and English fluently. · A high school diploma or equivalent is required. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred. · A minimum of one year of experience working with at-risk youth and/or families. · A minimum of one year of experience with community engagement work. Diversity Statement Northwest Family Services, through our mission, practices and the services we offer, are committed to the belief that all people deserve dignity and respect. As we serve our communities, we will continue to work together to listen, to learn, and to act to overcome historic values and structures that have led to discrimination and inequities. We are committed to creating a culture of belonging, where all staff are valued and given opportunity to grow and succeed equitably. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, primary language, ethnic background or socioeconomic status. NWFS pursues policies, strategies, and programs which promote diversity, inclusion, and equity in our daily work. We seek staff who share our vision and commitment to our communities. Supplemental Information Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday Weekends as needed Experience: At risk youth or families: 1 year (Required) community engagement work: 1 year (Required) Language: Spanish (Required) Work Location: On the road