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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for prevention director in the United States is $52.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.87 and $59.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Prevention Director?

A Prevention Director is a professional responsible for overseeing programs and initiatives designed to prevent specific issues such as substance abuse, violence, or health problems within a community or organization. They develop strategies, manage staff, coordinate outreach efforts, and evaluate the effectiveness of prevention programs. Prevention Directors often work closely with schools, government agencies, and community organizations to promote education and healthy behaviors. Their goal is to reduce risk factors and enhance protective factors to improve overall community well-being.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Prevention Director?

To thrive as a Prevention Director, you need expertise in public health strategies, program management, and data analysis, often supported by a degree in public health or a related field. Familiarity with grant management systems, health education platforms, and relevant certifications such as Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) is highly valuable. Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills distinguish top candidates in coordinating teams and engaging diverse stakeholders. These capabilities are crucial for developing effective prevention programs, securing funding, and ensuring positive community health outcomes.

What are the main challenges a Prevention Director faces when implementing new prevention programs?

A Prevention Director often encounters challenges such as securing sustainable funding, gaining community buy-in, and ensuring that programs are culturally relevant and evidence-based. Additionally, coordinating efforts across multiple stakeholders—such as schools, health organizations, and government agencies—requires strong communication and project management skills. Continuous evaluation and adaptation of programs to meet evolving community needs is also essential to achieving long-term impact.

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Infographic showing various Prevention Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,065 per year, or $52.4 per hour.

Iowa Prevention Specialist

Heartland Family Service

Council Bluffs, IA • On-site

$41K - $52K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

At Heartland Family Service, we are committed to building a culture that is trauma informed and values and celebrates diversity and inclusion. We believe this allows for better service delivery and innovation, as it encourages our employees to bring various experiences and uniqueness to the workplace.

Trauma Informed Care is an approach to engaging people with histories of trauma that recognizes the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledges the role that trauma has played in their lives. Trauma Informed Care also acknowledges the effects of working with trauma survivors on our workforce and seeks to build collaborative and supportive working environments and relationships.

If you believe in our mission of creating healthy families and communities, and like a fast pace, collaborative and team-oriented environment, then Heartland Family Service is the agency for you.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The Prevention Specialist works with Heartland Family Service’s Iowa Prevention Team to implement and carry out pieces of the Integrated Provider Network Prevention work plan. This person will also be involved in prevention efforts to Schools, Law Enforcement Agencies, Medical Personnel, community members, and Legislators, building interest for participation and direct involvement in prevention activities and strategies. Decision-making skills and problem-solving capabilities are essential qualities.

Compensation: between $41,300 and $52,249 per year (determined by total years of relevant experience)
Work Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s Degree and two years’ experience working with youth
  • Ability to work with all ages (youth and adults) in diverse settings
  • Basic knowledge of Substance Abuse Prevention and/or Treatment
  • Experience networking in the community
  • Highly developed interpersonal skills and time management capabilities
  • Valid driver’s license / acceptable driving record

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • *Develop and foster community relationships to provide substance misuse prevention strategies to all sectors of the community
  • *Strong problem-solving skills necessary
  • *Ability to work independently, assess a situation independently and take action to address it
  • *Public speaking skills required to provide presentations to groups of people of all ages
  • *Seek out and attend identified and non-identified community networking opportunities
  • *Plan and implement activities as required by grant work plan
  • *Excellent written and verbal communication skills needed to communicate information to various sectors of the community
  • *Work and communicate well with youth, parents, and professionals
  • * Strives to make connections between the agency and the larger community whenever possible
  • *Dependable and punctual regarding scheduling and attendance
  • *Comply with grant reporting and submission of paperwork as required by Funder under the supervision of the Prevention Director
  • *Apply SAMHSA Prevention Strategies and the Strategic Prevention Framework in various populations in communities served by the grant
  • *Develop and coordinate a system for data analysis of prevention activities
  • Cooperate and collaborate with program area staff, volunteers, and other agency staff
  • *Creates, maintains and shares an appropriate and dynamic self-care plan.
  • Perform other program related duties as assigned
  • * Essential functions of this job are to be performed on company physical work site

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