Jobs

The Coalition Coordinator, under the direction of the Coalition Director, is responsible for community mobilization and implementation of evidence-based environmental strategies focused on the State’s four prevention priorities: underage alcohol use, tobacco/nicotine, marijuana and other cannabinoids, and prescription drug misuse. This role promotes proactive approaches addressing adverse childhood experiences, social determinants of health, and other youth, family, and community risk and protective factors. The Coordinator engages community partners, utilizes volunteers, and supports coalition efforts to prevent substance misuse and strengthen community well-being across Ector County.

The Youth Prevention Specialist supports prevention services that promote health and wellness for youth, families, and communities by enhancing protective factors that encourage healthy decision-making. This role delivers universal and selected prevention services, implementing evidence-based curriculum to reduce substance misuse and promote behavioral health among youth and adults in eight counties within Region 9. The Specialist builds relationships in schools and communities, engages youth in prevention activities, and strengthens local capacity to address alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs (ATOD)