Prevention Educator

Watertown, NY, US, United States

Job Description

Pivot, a not-for-profit agency dedicated to improving the health of youth and families across the lifespan in our community through prevention, education, counseling, and advocacy, is seeking a full-time Prevention Educator for the Watertown City School District. This position involves presenting the evidence-based substance abuse prevention program, Second Step, to elementary grade students.

Pivot offers:




Competitive salary Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans Retirement Plan Life Insurance Generous paid time off policy Paid sick leave Vast training opportunities



Qualifications:





Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in counseling, health, or related discipline with a Master's Degree, NYS Credentialed Prevention Professional (CPP) preferred.





Skills:





Applicants should possess excellent presentation skills, as well as displaying an active interest in preventing youth substance abuse. The ideal candidate should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills in order to build relationships, and lead social/emotional sessions.

JOB DESCRIPTION:



Division/Department





School-based / Prevention


Job Title





Prevention Educator


Reports To





Director of Student Assistance Services




Type





Full-time



Part-time



Intern



Volunteer




Compensation





Exempt



Non-exempt





Hours: 70 hours/bi-weekly



Salary: $23.22 per hour

Education/Credential Requirements







Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in counseling, health, or related discipline with a Master's Degree, NYS Credentialed Prevention Professional (CPP) preferred.




Work Experience Requirements







Education, counseling, health and wellness, or related field. Minimum of three-years experience preferred.




Job Duties






Provide evidenced-based program(s) with fidelity as defined by program parameters. Be aware of most recent information and research in the alcohol/substance abuse and Student Assistance fields. Maintain appropriate records for each student abiding by State and Federal recording and confidential guidelines. Report program information and results data to supervisor and to the WITNYS online system.




This is a 70-hour, bi-weekly position. Interested individuals should please submit cover letter and resume prior to December 4, 2025 to Debi Hughes, Director of Administrative Services, 167 Polk Street, Suite 320, Watertown, New York 13601, via fax to 315.788.4922, via our website https://pivot2health.com/careers, or through the on-line submission form. EEO/AA.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD6189724
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    USD
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Watertown, NY, US, United States
  • Education
    Not mentioned