3151 Peer Addiction Specialist jobs in Wellington,FL

Requires a bachelor's degree in Social Work, Social Services, Early Childhood Education OR Early Childhood Development; OR Business Administration with relevant experience related to Head Start Operations.
Requires two years of experience working in a social services or education management or specialist position.
Also required: Successful completion of a Level II background screening, local criminal record check and drug screening prior to hiring.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Ability to use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
Occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and lift or move up to 15 pounds.
Visual acuity to read printed materials and a computer screen.
Verbal and auditory ability to communicate effectively with staff, partners, and stakeholders.
Reasonable accommodation may be made for otherwise qualified persons with disabilities.
Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population's cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.
Knowledge of Head Start philosophy, goals and regulations.
Knowledge and experience with Head Start specific software packages.
Math skills needed to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, percentages and overtime.
Computer skills to produce and interpret graphs, charts, spreadsheets and other mathematical reports.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; make recommendations and develop implementation strategies.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
Ability to interpret agency, federal and state laws pertaining to the program.
Exceptional organization skills and attention to detail are required and the candidate must be able to meet designated deadlines.