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Drug & Alcohol Prevention Specialist (Local Government) - Potter County D&A

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Local Government

Fresh

Location

Pennsylvania, 17120

Salary

From $35,451

per year

Type

Closes

April 15, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves educating communities about substance abuse and gambling through presentations, school programs, and resource referrals to promote healthier lives in Potter County.

A good fit would be someone passionate about public health who enjoys working directly with schools, groups, and families to prevent drug and alcohol issues.

It requires a mix of education in related fields and hands-on experience in prevention efforts.

Key Requirements

  • One year as a Drug and Alcohol Prevention Specialist Trainee, or
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Health Education, Education, Social or Behavioral Sciences, or related fields plus one year of drug and alcohol prevention experience, or
  • Equivalent combination of experience and training
  • Meet Pennsylvania residency requirements
  • Pass a background investigation including PA State Police, Child Abuse history, and FBI Fingerprint clearances
  • Ability to perform essential job functions, including travel and no telework
  • Full-time schedule: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday-Friday

Full Job Description

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of Potter County residents? Consider joining our team as a Drug and Alcohol Prevention Specialist.

This role offers the opportunity to support healthier communities through education, outreach, and prevention initiatives. Apply today and help make a difference.

Requirements

In this role, you will provide educational materials and information to increase community awareness about substance abuse and gambling. You will deliver presentations to civic groups, schools, and community organizations, and you will facilitate prevention programs within local schools.

You will also refer individuals and families seeking treatment or counseling to appropriate community resources and enter required information into the state program system.


Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • Full-time employment.
  • Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
  • This position may require travel as needed.
  • Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

  • One year as a Drug and Alcohol Prevention Specialist Trainee; or
  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Health Education, Education, the Social or Behavioral Sciences or related fields and one year experience in drug and alcohol prevention work; or
  • Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

  • You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.


Legal Requirements:

  • You must pass a background investigation.
  • This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
    • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.


How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

  • If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
  • Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
  • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
  • All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only.

    Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.


    Veterans:

    • Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.


    Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

    • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).


    If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.


    The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.

    The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.

    The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

    All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

    Additional Information

    • Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
    • Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
    • Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
    • You must provide complete and accurate information or:
      • your score may be lower than deserved.
      • you may be disqualified.
    • You may only apply/test once for this posting.
    • Your results will be provided via email.

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    Posted on NEOGOV: 4/1/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 4/1/2026

    Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-pabureau-5287469