ATOD Prevention Specialist (S04307P)

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Position Information

Posting Number S04307P

Position Title ATOD Prevention Specialist (S04307P) Department Health Services Location Arlington Job Family Health Services Position Status Full-time Work Hours Standard Work Schedule

Standard 8:00am – 5:00pm with availability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Open to External and Internal FLSA Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience. Duration Funding expected to continue Pay Basis Monthly Benefits Eligible Yes Job Summary

Under the direction and supervision of the Assistant Director for Health Promotion, the ATOD (Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs) Prevention Specialist will facilitate administration of Brief Alcohol Screening and Intervention for College Students (BASICS) and Cannabis Screening and Intervention for College Students (CASICS). The ATOD Prevention Specialist will assist with developing, implementing, and assessing health promotion and education programs that are focused on ATOD issues. They will collaborate with colleagues in the Division of Student Affairs and Dean of Students Office to help develop, recommend, and implement educational sanctions and interventions for students found in violation of university alcohol and other drug policies. This position also helps to maintain a tobacco-free campus by providing education and information to students, so they can make informed decisions regarding their health.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Facilitate BASICS and CASICS administration, including providing direct services to students focused on harm reduction strategies, basic motivational interviewing, or other behavioral interventions to support students in their awareness of alcohol and other drugs.

Engage with partnerships with other departments to facilitate the resolution of student conduct cases; make referrals to other on and off campus resources.

Plan and implement alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs' awareness programs and campaigns including but not limited to Peers Against Tobacco (PAT) and U in the Driver Seat (UDS).

Responsible for goal setting, data collection, data analysis, and report writing as it relates to ATOD.

Serve as main representative on the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act (DFSCA) Committee.

Responds to media inquiries regarding ATOD policies and programming.

Create and maintain partnerships across campus and in the community; participates in committees, as needed.

Attend Health Promotion staff and Peer Health Educator meetings.

Supports Health Promotion events, outreach, and activities as needed; provide administrative support such as ordering materials, maintaining educational resources, and scheduling rooms for events.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Health Promotion, Public Health, Psychology, Social Work, Nursing, Health Sciences, or related fields.

One to two (1-2 )years' experience in community outreach, program design, or program implementation.

Experience with alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs prevention training or advising.

Demonstrated skills in a variety of educational methods including facilitation of presentations, workshops, and trainings.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred qualifications:

Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES).

Experience with BASICS and/or CASICS.

Trained and experienced in using motivational interviewing skills.

Experience with data collection, data analysis, and report writing.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

Commitment to diversity and inclusion efforts across campus.

Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, including public speaking, presenting and interpersonal skills.

The ability to work as a collaborative team member with students, faculty, and staff throughout the campus community.

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Ability to maintain a calendar of appointments.

Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.

Working Conditions Special Conditions for Eligibility Working Title ATOD Prevention Specialist EEO Statement

UTA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Additionally, the University prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of sexual orientation. A criminal background check will be conducted on finalists. The UTA is a tobacco free campus.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date Open Date Review Start Date Open Until Filled Minimum Number of References Required 3 Maximum Number of References Accepted Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().

What is the highest level of education attained?

GED

High School Diploma

Associates Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

PhD

Do you have previous experience with alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs prevention training or advising?

(Open Ended Question)

How many years of experience do you have in community outreach, program design, or program implementation?

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

Resume or CV

Cover/Interest Letter

Optional Documents