Highlands Community Services (HCS) is excited to add a passionate, collaborative, and community-minded Prevention Specialist to our Prevention Education team! If you love working with people, making a difference, and bringing positive energy into schools and communities, this role might be a perfect fit.

As a Prevention Specialist, you’ll help inspire healthier choices and stronger communities by leading prevention and wellness efforts focused on alcohol, tobacco, drugs, suicide, problem gambling, and overall well-being. You’ll work closely with schools, community partners, and coalitions to deliver engaging programs and meaningful outreach.

This position blends planning, creativity, and people-centered work. You’ll be out in the community facilitating groups, delivering training, hosting booths at health fairs, and collaborating with partners, all while helping shape prevention strategies that really make an impact.

Location:  Abingdon, VA

Status:  Full-time, Non-exempt, Monday-Friday, occasional evening or weekend

Compensation:  $18.50 – Commensurate with education/experience

Education:  Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related fields.

Experience:  Specialized training or a minimum of one (1) year of experience in at least one of the following: Behavioral health wellness, education, criminal justice, or community advocacy and communication.

• Individual and Family Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage

• 4% Employer Retirement Contribution w/up to 3% Additional Employee Match

• Offering trainings and professional growth

• Paid Time Off Program

• Observed holidays

• Work schedule flexibility

• Employee Referral Program

• Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and other Voluntary Benefits

A Drug Free Workplace/Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer

Department: Children’s Community-Based Services/ ID:  05012610264