Prevention Specialist- Healthcare

The purpose of this role is to be responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating SUDs Prevention programs conducted by Naufar Center. Prevention specialist engages with individuals, families, and communities to raise awareness, promote healthy behaviors, and reduce risk factors that contribute to substance use. This role involves collaboration with healthcare providers, schools, and community organizations to create supportive environments that foster resilience.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement evidence-based prevention programs tailored to various populations, including youth, adults, and at-risk groups.

Engage in outreach activities to educate the public on the risks of substance use, deliver presentations, workshops, and educational materials for SUDs awareness.

Conduct assessments to identify risk factors for substance use disorder in individuals, families, and communities and contribute to development interventions to reduce these risks.

Collaborate with stakeholders such as schools, healthcare organizations, law enforcement, and other community stakeholders to promote substance use prevention strategies.

Follow up and track the effectiveness of implemented prevention programs through data collection, analysis, and reporting and make necessary adjustments based on feedback and outcomes.

Suggest policies, procedures and practices that support prevention efforts and reduce access to drugs and substances and stay updated on legislation and policy changes related to SUD.

Provide support and referral services to individuals and families impacted by substance use disorder, assisting them access treatment resources as needed.

Prepare detailed reports on prevention programs and initiatives, activities, implementation progress, address challenges and present outcomes.

Perform any other departmental duties as assigned and engage proactively in teamwork and team-building processes.

Ethical, Legal and Professional Responsibilities

Knowledgeable of and complies with laws, rules, and regulations that govern healthcare practice in Qatar.

Ensures compliance with policies, procedures, and quality improvement and infection control standards.

Educational Responsibilities

Attend Naufar's mandatory training courses and specific training courses relevant to a certain scope of practice as nominated by the supervisor.

Participate in internal or external educational activities, programs, meetings, and workshops to enhance professional development as nominated by the supervisor.

Fulfil continuing professional development requirements and participate in relevant learning opportunities like conferences or seminars to enhance personal expertise and apply that expertise to providing continuous quality improvement of patient care at Naufar Centre.

Professional / Academic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in public health, social work, counseling or psychology.

Master’s degree in public health, psychology, sociology, or related field – Desirable

Licensure / Certification

International Certified Addiction Professional in Prevention (ICAP-Prevention) I or II – Desirable

Experience

Bachelor’s degree holders : 6 years of work experience in healthcare settings, including 1 year relevant to community health, behavioral health, substance use prevention programs, or mental health services.

Master’s degree holders : 4 years of work experience in healthcare settings, including 1 year relevant to community health, behavioral health, substance use prevention programs, or mental health services.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Understanding of substance use disorders, risk and protective factors, and evidence-based prevention strategies.

Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations and community partners.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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