Job Details: Job Location: Regional Youth Services Center - Charleston, WV, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: $23.46Hourly, Travel Percentage: Up to 50% , Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services, Primary Responsibilities and Duties Implements Prevention and Upstream Strategies Provides for evidence-based, best practice suicide prevention education and training. Conducts community-based outreach events, awareness campaigns and educational presentations. Disseminates suicide prevention materials and messaging aligned with state and national best practices. Provides for upstream suicide prevention initiatives that promote mental wellness, resilience, connectedness and protective factors. Builds and maintains partnerships with schools, healthcare systems, veteran services, faith-based organizations, youth-serving agencies, and community coalitions. Collects and reports program data related to outreach, training participation and service outcomes. Provides for Intervention, Postvention and Follow-Up Supportive Services. Provides brief intervention, screening, safety planning and referral for individuals identified as at-risk for suicide. Provides supportive follow-up services including check-ins, treatment referral, safety planning assessment and link to additional services. Provides and assists in the coordination of postvention support following a suicide death or attempt, including outreach to families, schools, workplaces and community partners. Supports survivors of suicide loss through education, resources and referrals. Qualifications: Primary Attributes Professional & Technical Knowledge: Possesses the equivalent of formal training in behavioral health, usually in the form of a major in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field as part of a Bachelor’s Degree program. Experience in suicide prevention, behavioral health, public health or community outreach is preferred. Continuing Education: Maintains current knowledge of standards of care and practices as typically acquired through continuing education. Licenses & Certifications: A valid state-issued driver’s license is required. Technical Skills: Prepares more complex documents in Microsoft Word, including creating tables, charts, graphs and other elements. Uses Microsoft Excel for basic to moderate functions. Creates basic presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint. Demonstrates necessary proficiency with all electronic clinical systems, including EHR and scheduling systems, in use at the Company. General Development: Displays strong communication, training, and facilitation skills. Able to work collaborative across systems and disciplines. Practices in a trauma-informed and culturally responsive manner. Able to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Developed interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills. Demonstrates commitment to ethical practice, confidentiality and continuous learning. Work Environment: Work is performed within the infrastructure of a community working with individuals, agencies and systems in a public environment. At times, work may involve working with disruptive or distressed individuals.