HELP WANTED - PREVENTION SPECIALIST

DICKENSON COUNTY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES is currently receiving applications for the following FULL TIME position: PREVENTION SPECIALIST. The Prevention Specialist is responsible for providing programs in the schools and the community to help prevent substance use and mental health problems. The Prevention Specialist works alongside the Prevention Coordinator in program development as well as delivering training in classes such as Mental Health First Aide, Narcan usage, bullying prevention, etc. Worthwhile projects the Prevention team also work together on include the yearly after prom party, the Christmas Angel program and a Dickenson County Teachers Resource Conference. Public speaking ability is an absolute must. Overnight travel occurs throughout the year.

   Minimum requirement would be a Bachelor’s Degree (preferably in Human Services, but not required). Starting salary for this position is $35,130. 

   Benefits include • Individual and Family Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage • Retirement offered through Virginia Retirement System (VRS) • Trainings, and professional growth • Observed holidays • Earned vacation and sick time • Great work environment • Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and other Voluntary Benefits

    Please respond with a cover letter, resume and Virginia State Application form 10-012 to: Dickenson County Behavioral Health Services/ P. O. Box 309/Clintwood, VA 24228/ Attn: Mrs. Tiller. Application packages must be received by close of business on Friday, October 10, 2025. Incomplete application packages will not be considered. You may email a completed application packet to Mrs. Tonya Tiller: 

tonya.tiller@dcbhs.com 

Phone inquiries may be directed to Mr. Brandon Bise at 276-926-1680. DCBHS is an EOE. We retain the right to hire early upon obtaining successful applicants.

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