Share Email Opening Title Prevention Specialist II  Description Richmond Behavioral Health has an exciting new opportunity for a professional and collabrative Prevention Specialist II, to join our team of Life Changers! Richmond Behavioral Health is seeking a full-time, experienced Prevention Specialist Il to coordinate, analyze, and evaluate projects and special contracts designed to assist in the prevention of alcohol, tobacco, drugs, suicide and the promotion of wellness utilizing a variation of prevention strategies.  Performs some human support work facilitating groups to increase community’s knowledge/awareness of various risk and protective factors, collaborates and partners with other agencies, provides leadership and information to the community groups and agencies.  Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Program Manager II. Responsible for needs assessment data collection; design, train and implement various evaluation instruments, serve as lead to the development of the Prevention Needs Assessment   Interacts to a significant degree with the public by representing RBHA primarily in the delivery of wellness education and prevention services with identified target populations. Experience is required in facilitating programs, delivering trainings and presenting to the community at large. The incumbent must have knowledge of data collection, and experience in short and long-range planning. An advanced knowledge of utilizing various social media platforms is required.  This position also requires learning and maintaining the prevention web-based data system and representing the prevention services by serving on the agency and community coalitions, task forces and boards. Essential Functions Analyze and evaluates prevention activities designed to assist in the prevention of alcohol, tobacco, drugs, suicide gambling/gaming and other related behavioral health problems in school and community. Serve as lead in all data related assessments, surveys, reports requested by DBHDS. Research various evidence based programs, culturally relevant prevention models and delivery services in a variety of venues. Coordinates prevention related activities and efforts with schools, community, faith based and other organizations. Interacts with the public and identified target population while representing the primary mission and vision of RBHA through engaging in health fairs, community activities and other community related programs. Provides leadership to the community coalition; serves on and represents various community agency and interagency committees and task forces; provides presentations and consultations. Completes and maintains accurate records, reports and data regarding group sessions, community outreach, information dissemination, services provided and other required information. Participates in staff and Authority meetings as required. Attends trainings and conferences to increase knowledge of substance abuse prevention theories, practices, programs, child development and coalition development/sustainability.     Position Requirements Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Thorough knowledge of community and RBHA, regional and state  resources and programs., thorough knowledge of evaluation and analyzation of data, ability to communicate complex ideas effectively, well-developed oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, must be able to work independently with a high degree of organizational skills and proficient with Microsoft Office Applications and other presentation, data reporting software applications. Education and Experience This position requires a Master’s degree in Public Health, Psychology, Social Work, Education or related human services field or equivalent combination of education and experience.  Experience in working independently with a high degree of organizational skills and proficient with Microsoft Office Applications and other platforms.  Experience designing, managing and reporting on human related services and health data. Candidate must be able to work independently with a high degree of organizational skills and proficient with Microsoft Office Applications including PowerPoint and other presentation/data reporting software applications.  Experience designing, managing and reporting on human services and health care data is preferred. Special Requirements Valid driver’s license in the Commonwealth of Virginia.     Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Open Date 1/9/2026   Close Date   About the Organization Join the Fearless! Richmond Behavioral Health Authority (RBHA) is licensed by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services and is the statutorily established public entity responsible for providing mental health, intellectual disabilities, substance abuse and prevention services to the citizens of the City of Richmond. Our Mission: RBHA promotes health, wellness, and recovery for the people and communities we serve. Our Vision: An inclusive, healthy community where individuals are inspired to reach their highest potential. Our Values: Equity / Innovation / Quality / Inclusion / Accessibility / Transparency / Compassion / Integrity Creating Healthy Communities - One Person, One Family, One Community at a time. RBHA is committed to providing behavioral health services to all Richmond residents regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, disability, or national origin. Services are provided directly by RBHA staff and through contracts with private providers in the community. Funding is received through fees from consumers, the Commonwealth of Virginia, the City of Richmond, and local and state grants.   Starting Salary Range $59,600   EOE Statement Richmond Behavioral Health Authority provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.   This position is currently not accepting applications. 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