STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Primary Prevention Services Coordinator

Recruitment #190502-6454AR-001

Introduction



The State of Connecticut, Department of Children and Families (DCF), is recruiting for a self-motivated individual to join our Clinical and Community Consultation and Support Division as Primary Prevention Coordinator in our Central Office located at 505 Hudson Street, Hartford, CT. This is a full time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday position.

This position will have oversight over several child welfare and prevention programs that provide direct services to children and families statewide. The primary responsibility is to ensure model fidelity, review outcomes for children/families who engage in the program and provide support to regional office staff.

Selection Plan

Applicants invited to interview may be required to submit additional documentation, which supports their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: performance reviews, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, writing samples/redacted reports, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.

Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Lorna Reid at Lorna.Reid@ct.gov, 860-550-6484

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Children and Families and the Children's Trust Fund, this class is accountable for performing as a specialist in the area of planning and development of statewide prevention programs.

In the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, this class is accountable for performing as a specialist in the area of statewide primary prevention programs and activities.

In the Departments of Social Services and Public Health, this class is accountable for performing as a specialist in the area of planning, development, evaluation and providing programmatic oversight of statewide prevention programs and activities.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Performs specialized duties in area of planning, development, coordination and administration of primary prevention program operation; stimulates and assists community based prevention programs through educational efforts, community organization and mobilization, funding support and supervision, staff training, technical assistance and evaluation; formulates, recommends and implements policies and guidelines for administration of primary prevention programs; promotes coordination and networking of community or regional prevention efforts; stimulates funding to state or community organizations from federal and private sources; prepares Requests for Proposals and contract documents for vendors to provide program services; acts as liaison with private organizations and other state agencies; promotes school based, business and/or industry and other primary prevention programs; identifies and recommends necessary legislative initiatives; conducts special studies of prevention needs and program operations; responsible for professional development and performance of assigned staff; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Knowledge of principles and practices of community primary prevention programs and requirements for developing and administering such programs at local and state levels; knowledge of existing primary prevention programs and resources in areas of substance abuse, social services, criminal justice, health and mental health at local and state levels; knowledge of public information theory and practices; knowledge of basic planning principles; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communication skills; ability to analyze administrative problems and implement changes; ability in education and/or training, workshop design, community consultation and provision of technical assistance; ability to utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Seven (7) years of professional employment in the health and/or human services field.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

1. Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in the development and/or administration of a primary prevention health or human services program or development and/or administration of a major component of such a program.
2. Development and/or administration is defined as positions having accountability for the carrying out or completion of a program. The duties of the position are expected to include the functions of planning and evaluation of program goals and community organization and/or networking activities.
3. Primary prevention is defined as any program whose main purpose is to reduce the probability that individuals at some future point will need remedial intervention or care.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

1. College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
2. A Master's degree in behavioral science, public administration, or closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will have the following:

  • Experience developing, implementing, overseeing and managing prevention intervention programs 
  • Experience in early childhood development and education.
  • Ability to form strong collaborations and partnerships with families, community providers, schools, DCF regional staff, etc.
  • Experience with program evaluation, which includes reviewing, analyzing and disseminating data.
  • Familiarity with Results Based Accountability (RBA) processes and procedures.
  • Expertise around best or promising practices and evidence based programs, policy review, public education and awareness activities.

WORKING CONDITIONS

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.