Prevention Specialist

Prevention Specialist

Looking for a career that makes a difference in the lives of others, offering hope, meaningful life choices, and better outcomes?

Who we are:

Since 1971 Western Montana Mental Health Center (WMMHC) has been the center of community partnership in the 15 counties we serve across Western Montana. We have committed to providing whole-person, person-centered care by ensuring an approach to health care that emphasizes recovery, wellness, trauma-informed care, and physical-behavioral health integration. We know the work we do is important and makes a significant impact in the lives of our clients and in our communities.

Working at WMMHC also gives you the opportunity to work under the Big Sky, giving you the adventure of a lifetime while serving your community and changing lives. We offer a work life balance so you still have time to discover all the natural beauty and recreational dreams that Montana has to offer while still engaging in a career path that is challenging and fulfilling.

If you want to join our team where community is at the heart of what we do, then you’ve come to the right place!

Job Summary:

Come join a diverse team of Prevention Specialists in the NW Region of Montana, who work with their communities in creating positive outcomes. The Prevention Specialist collaborates with community members in changing the norms and perceptions of substance use through education, coalition building, and media plan development.

At WMMHC, our prevention team works closely with community members and coalitions to provide educational opportunities for schools, alternative youth activities, media literacy, substance use training, and collaboration on events and projects. Additional training is provided on grant requirements and reporting.

This team approach provides a breadth of services throughout each county in the NW region of Montana, while also providing a cooperative and supportive environment for all team members. Our goal is always to provide the best possible behavioral health services to the community while creating a healthy, fulfilling, and enjoyable atmosphere for our staff. Depending on program requirements, the WMMHC Prevention Specialist may have the opportunity to work both in-person and remote positions.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) and is grant funded.

Current openings available in Flathead (based in Kalispell), Lake based in Polson), and Lincoln (based in Libby ) Counties

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• One year related work experience
• Ability to pass background check and driver’s license check upon offer of employment.
• Provide proof of auto liability insurance coverage per Western’s policies.
• Montana Driver’s License with good driving record

Benefits:

We know that whole-person care is not just important for our clients, but recognize it’s just as important for our employees. WMMHC has worked hard to provide a benefits package that encompasses that same concept. Our comprehensive benefits package focuses on the health, security, and growth of our employees. Benefit offerings will vary based upon full time, part time, or variable status.

• Health Insurance – 3 options to choose from including a no-cost plan for employees.
• Employer paid benefits: Employee Assistance Program, Life insurance for employees and dependents, and long term disability
• Voluntary options available: dental & vision insurance, short term disability, additional life insurance and dependent care flexible spending account
• Health savings account (HSA) with match or medical flexible spending account (FSA)
• 403(b) retirement enrollment offered right away with an employer match offered after one year
• Generous paid time off to take care of yourself and do the things you love
  • Accrued PTO starts immediately
  • Extended sick leave
  • 9 paid holidays and 8 floating holidays
• Loan forgiveness programs through PSLF or NHSC