Kim Haley was awarded CPS (Certified Prevention Specialist) of the Year 2022 by the Prevention Certification Board of NH. This award is presented each year to a Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) who has demonstrated excellence and whose service has made a significant impact in the field of prevention.
The Capital Area Public Health Network wrote the following about Kim’s recognition:
Kim has been empowering and supporting youth and young adults for over 34 years. She’s been providing prevention and intervention resources for Capital Area Youth as an Student Assistance Program Counselor. Kim has provided many hours of time and talent to the Capital Area. Kim has testified in front of hundreds of legislators on the importance of funding prevention in New Hampshire. We couldn’t think of a more deserving person for this award! Thank you Kim for your service!
Kim Haley serves as the Student Assistance Program Coordinator for Second Start in Concord, N.H. She graduated from Keene State College with an individualized Bachelor’s degree in Human Services in 1986 and completed her Masters degree in Social Work in 1999 from the University of New Hampshire. She began her career working in a secure psychiatric facility for at risk youth and then shifted her focus to alcohol and drug prevention. Kim has worked in the field of prevention for 32 years and has been a long term advocate for state funding that supports prevention initiatives. She is a NH Master Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor and a NH Certified Prevention Specialist. Currently, Kim oversees the Student Assistance Programs in 7 schools within the Capital Region, and through a contract with the NH Bureau of Drug and Alcohol Services, provides guidance and support to SAP counselors throughout the state.
Congratulations, Kim!