Employment Opportunities With The Hamilton County Coalition
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MUST WORK A MINIMUM OF 35 HRS PER WEEK.
• COORDINATES EVIDENCE-BASED PROGRAMS & STRATEGIES.
• MUST PROVIDE OVERSIGHT AND QUALITY ASSURANCE IN THE DELIVERY OF EVIDENCE-BASED PREVENTION PROGRAMS AND STRATEGIES.
• ASSIST WITH THE DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE APPROVED LOGIC MODEL AND PLAN.
• PREPARES REPORTS FOR THE GRANTOR, REGIONAL MEETING, COALITION COMMITTEE, AND BOARD MEETINGS.
• COORDINATES REGION 3 SOUTH MEETINGS AND IMPLEMENTATION PLANS.
• ASSISTS WITH THE SELECTION OF A MENTEE SITE FOR GRANT IMPLEMENTATION.
• PREPARE MATERIALS FOR COMMUNITY OUTREACH & ATTEND ACTIVITIES.
• SERVES AS A LIAISON BETWEEN COMMUNITY COALITION AND COLLEGE CAMPUS COALITIONS
• ASSIST WITH INFORMATION AND DATA COLLECTION FOR MONTHLY AND QUARTERLY REPORTING.
• ASSISTS WITH THE EMPLOYEES AND CONTRACT STAFF AS DESIGNATED BY THE DIRECTOR & ENSURES TITLE VI COMPLIANCE.
• INPUTS DATA INTO DFC DATABASE ON A MONTHLY BASIS.
• AND OTHER DUTIES AS REASONABLY REQUESTED BY THE DIRECTOR.
QUALIFICATIONS:
QUALIFICATIONS:
• EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: 4-YR. DEGREE IN SOCIAL SCIENCES, SOCIAL SERVICES, OR MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES PREFERRED. 2 YR. DEGREE ACCEPTABLE, PLUS 2 YRS EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION CAN BE SUBSTITUTED FOR EXPERIENCE OF 5 YEARS IN SOCIAL SERVICES, CRIMINAL JUSTICE, OR MENTAL HEALTH-RELATED FIELD, AND 30 HOURS OF RELEVANT VOLUNTEER WORK, FIELD STUDIES, OR TRAINING IN SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION, COMMUNITY ORGANIZING/ MOBILIZATION, AND EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICES.
( QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED BY THE DIRECTOR AND BOARD MUST APPROVE FINAL SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE).
• KNOWLEDGE/SKILL REQUIREMENT: MUST HAVE SOME KNOWLEDGE IN PREVENTION AND/OR SOCIAL SERVICES, MUST BE CERTIFIED AS A PREVENTION SPECIALIST OR BECOME CERTIFIED WITHIN 12 MONTHS FROM HIRE DATE.
• TRAVEL: OCCASIONAL TRAVEL TO MEETINGS AND TRAININGS ARE REQUIRED.
SALARY RANGE: $21 - $23 PER HOUR. BASED ON EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION.
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Responsibilities:
A. To increase the availability of evidence-based addiction and recovery programs such as, but not limited to, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) strategies.
B. To increase the number of policies, practices, and procedures that divert individuals into evidence-based addiction, recovery, and relapse programs rather than incarceration.
C. To decrease the incidence and frequency of substance use relapses experienced by individuals recovering from addiction.
D. To strengthen capacity and infrastructure at the state, region, and community levels in support of substance abuse addiction and recovery services in Tennessee.
E. To decrease stigma associated with addiction by Increasing awareness for the need of addiction and recovery services through public speaking engagements before civic, faith based and community organizations.
F. To assist individuals in accessing treatment and/or recovery options in their community.
G. To assist the TN RedLine operated by Tennessee Association of Alcohol, Drug, and other Addiction Services (TAADAS) in providing warm hand-offs and direct referrals to TDMHSAS funded treatment and/or recovery services.
H. Conduct a needs assessment for each county’s / community’s needs related to recovery groups
I. Facilitates the development of a comprehensive strategic plan related to the identified needs
J. Coordination and delivery of approved project activities.
K. Develop and provide educational presentations for civic groups, faith-based organizations and community leaders.
L. Attend monthly HCCoalition meetings (3rd Wednesday of the month)
M. Attend health council meetings in all counties covered
N. Attend regional mental health planning and policy meetings quarterly
O. Must seek peer specialist certification provided by the state (includes weeklong training) (pre-requisite for the certification is 2 years of sobriety)
P. File monthly progress reports with the state as required
Additional responsibilities...
A. Establish and maintain regular meetings with coalition coordinator and/or director
B. Assist with monitoring the expenditure of funds and budget management
C. Comply with completion of all reporting requirements in a timely manner
D. Attend a minimum of 3 trainings in coordination with the office of faith based initiatives.
E. Must be available to travel to Nashville and within the region and have access to reliable transportation and should be able to be available some evenings and weekends and travel for periods of a couple days – 1 week.
F. Stays up-to-date concerning research and evidence-based programs and strategies relating to the prevention, intervention and treatment of substance use and abuse
G. Other duties as required or developed by the state or the coalition
Required Experience & Education:
A. Experience with recovery groups (like a 12 step or other recovery group).
B. 0ublic speaking or presenting information to large and small groups, planning or management.
C. A high school diploma is required. An associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field is required; exceptions can be made on a case by case basis in coordination with the director of faith-based initiatives and Hamilton County Coalition director.
Preferred Experience and Skills
A. Experience conducting a needs assessment or collecting data, knowledge of region 3 south,
B. Data collection and management
C. Research experience or data management skills
Qualifications:
A. Education requirement: 4 yr. Degree in social sciences, social services or mental health services preferred. 2 yr. Degree acceptable, plus 2 yrs. Experience in prevention education. Education can be substituted for experience of 5 years in a social service, criminal justice or mental health related field and 30 hours of relevant volunteer work, field studies, or training in substance abuse prevention, community organizing/ mobilization, and evidence based practices. (qualifications will be considered by the director and board must approve final successful candidate).
B. Knowledge/skill requirement: must have some knowledge in prevention and/or social services, must be certified as a prevention specialist or become certified within 12 months from hire date.
C. Travel: travel in Region 3 South required. To meetings and trainings are required.
Limitations and Disclaimer:
The above position description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
All duties are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals, who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the candidate must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
The Hamilton County Coalition is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, national origin or sex in violation of Title VI and prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status.Project background: The Hybrid Lifeline Peer Project is established to reduce stigma related to the disease of addiction and increase community support for policies that provide for treatment and recovery services.
The goals are:
A. To increase the availability of evidenced based addiction and recovery programs such as, but not limited to, Alcoholics and Narcotics Anonymous (AA/NA) strategies.
B. To increase the number of policies, practices, and procedures that divert individuals into evidenced based addiction, recovery, and relapse programs rather than incarceration.
C. To decrease the number and frequency of relapse incidents experienced by individuals recovering from substance dependency.
D. To strengthen capacity and infrastructure at the state, region, and community levels in support of substance abuse addiction and recovery services in Tennessee.
E. The Hybrid Lifeline Peer Project will support low-income families in receipt of or eligible for either Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will be eligible to receive support for substance abuse treatment and/or recovery services.
Position Summary:
The coordinator is the liaison to the State for programmatic information and communications related to the project. The coordinator is responsible for:
A. assessing the need for and supporting the establishment of evidenced based addiction and recovery programs in the Region 3 South (10 counties) such as AA / NA,
B. Provide outreach and awareness-raising opportunities to increase understanding of the disease of addiction and support for recovery strategies in the region.
C. Provide access to support services for low-income families in receipt of or eligible for either Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
D. The coordinator for each region must be a peer to those in recovery and meet the qualifications listed. The position is 37.5 hours / week.
Position Responsibilities:
A. Conduct a needs assessment for each county’s / community’s needs related to recovery groups
B. Facilitates the development of a comprehensive strategic plan related to the identified needs
C. Coordination and delivery of approved project activities.
D. Develop and provide educational presentations for civic groups, faith-based organizations and community leaders.
E. Increase awareness for the need of addiction and recovery services through public speaking engagements before civic, faith based and community organizations.
F. Facilitate the establishment of evidenced based addiction and recovery services.
G. Establish community and regional policies, practices, and procedures that support treatment, recovery and relapse services over incarceration
H. Recruitment and training of recovery sponsors
I. Attend all monthly meetings of the Hamilton County Coalition.
J. Attend Health Council Meetings in all counties covered
K. Attend regional Mental Health Planning and Policy meetings quarterly
L. Must seek Peer Specialist Certification provided by the state (includes weeklong training)
M. (pre-requisite for the certification is 2 years of sobriety)
N. File monthly progress reports with the state as required
Position Responsibilities continued...
A. Maintains regular contact with Coalition Coordinator and/or Director
B. Assist with monitoring the expenditure of funds and budget management
C. Comply with completion of all reporting requirements in a timely manner
D. Attend a minimum of 3 trainings in Coordination with the office of Faith Based Initiatives.
E. Must be available to travel to Nashville and within the region and have access to reliable transportation and should be able to be available some evenings and weekends and travel for periods of a couple days – 1 week.
F. Stays up-to-date concerning research and evidence-based programs and strategies relating to the prevention, intervention and treatment of substance use and abuse
G. Other duties as required or developed by the state or the coalition
Required Skills / Abilities:
A. Applicant must possess excellent--
B. Organizational skills
C. Written and verbal communication skills
D. Interpersonal skills
E. Computer skills (Internet, development of Excel sheets, Word documents, etc.)
Required Experience:
A. Experience with recovery groups (like a 12 step or other recovery group)
B. Public speaking or presenting
C. Planning or management
Required Education:
A. A high school diploma is required.
B. An associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field is required; Exceptions can be made on a case by case basis in coordination with the Director of Faith Based Initiatives.
Preferred Experience and Skills
A. Conducting a needs assessment
B. Knowledge of region (geographic)
C. Data collection and management
D. Research experience or data management skills
Limitations and Disclaimer:
The above position description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
All duties are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals, who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the candidate must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
The Hamilton County Coalition is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, national origin or sex in violation of Title VI and prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status.
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Project background: The Hybrid Lifeline Peer Project is established to reduce stigma related to the disease of addiction and increase community support for policies that provide for treatment and recovery services.
The goals are:
A. To increase the availability of evidenced based addiction and recovery programs such as, but not limited to, Alcoholics and Narcotics Anonymous (AA/NA) strategies.
B. To increase the number of policies, practices, and procedures that divert individuals into evidenced based addiction, recovery, and relapse programs rather than incarceration.
C. To decrease the number and frequency of relapse incidents experienced by individuals recovering from substance dependency.
D. To strengthen capacity and infrastructure at the state, region, and community levels in support of substance abuse addiction and recovery services in Tennessee.
E. The Hybrid Lifeline Peer Project will support low-income families in receipt of or eligible for either Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will be eligible to receive support for substance abuse treatment and/or recovery services.
Position Summary: The coordinator is the liaison to the State for programmatic information and communications related to the project. The coordinator is responsible for
A. assessing the need for and supporting the establishment of evidenced based addiction and recovery programs in the Region 3 South (10 counties) such as AA / NA,
B. Provide outreach and awareness-raising opportunities to increase understanding of the disease of addiction and support for recovery strategies in the region.
C. Provide access to support services for low-income families in receipt of or eligible for either Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
D. The coordinator for each region must be a peer to those in recovery and meet the qualifications listed. The position is 37.5 hours / week.
Position Responsibilities:
A. Conduct a needs assessment for each county’s / community’s needs related to recovery groups
B. Facilitates the development of a comprehensive strategic plan related to the identified needs
C. Coordination and delivery of approved project activities.
D. Develop and provide educational presentations for civic groups, faith-based organizations and community leaders.
E. Increase awareness for the need of addiction and recovery services through public speaking engagements before civic, faith based and community organizations.
F. Facilitate the establishment of evidenced based addiction and recovery services.
G. Establish community and regional policies, practices, and procedures that support treatment, recovery and relapse services over incarceration
H. Recruitment and training of recovery sponsors
I. Attend all monthly meetings of the Hamilton County Coalition.
J. Attend Health Council Meetings in all counties covered
K. Attend regional Mental Health Planning and Policy meetings quarterly
L. Must seek Peer Specialist Certification provided by the state (includes weeklong training)
M. (pre-requisite for the certification is 2 years of sobriety)
N. File monthly progress reports with the state as required
Position Responsibilities continued...
A. Maintains regular contact with Coalition Coordinator and/or Director
B. Assist with monitoring the expenditure of funds and budget management
C. Comply with completion of all reporting requirements in a timely manner
D. Attend a minimum of 3 trainings in Coordination with the office of Faith Based Initiatives.
E. Must be available to travel to Nashville and within the region and have access to reliable transportation and should be able to be available some evenings and weekends and travel for periods of a couple days – 1 week.
F. Stays up-to-date concerning research and evidence-based programs and strategies relating to the prevention, intervention and treatment of substance use and abuse
G. Other duties as required or developed by the state or the coalition
Required Skills / Abilities:
A. Applicant must possess excellent--
B. Organizational skills
C. Written and verbal communication skills
D. Interpersonal skills
E. Computer skills (Internet, development of Excel sheets, Word documents, etc.)
Required Experience:
A. Experience with recovery groups (like a 12 step or other recovery group)
B. Public speaking or presenting
C. Planning or management
Required Education:
A. A high school diploma is required.
B. An associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field is required; Exceptions can be made on a case by case basis in coordination with the Director of Faith Based Initiatives.
Preferred Experience and Skills
A. Conducting a needs assessment
B. Knowledge of region (geographic)
C. Data collection and management
D. Research experience or data management skills
Limitations and Disclaimer:
The above position description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
All duties are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals, who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the candidate must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
The Hamilton County Coalition is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, national origin or sex in violation of Title VI and prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status.
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DUTIES:
• Full time position, working a Minimum of 35 Hrs. Per Week.
• Coordinates Evidence Based DRUG PREVENTION Programs & Strategies.
• Must provide oversight and quality assurance in the delivery of Evidence Based Prevention
Programs and Strategies.
• Assist with The Development and Implementation of the Approved Logic Model Planning and
Implementation Documents.
• Prepares Reports for The Grantor, Regional Meeting, Coalition Committee, and Board
Meetings.
• Coordinates LOCAL and REGIONAL meetings and Implementation Plans.
• Prepares Materials for Community Outreach Events & Attend Activities as Relevant to Grant
Contract.
• Provides drug prevention presentations to youth and young adults in educational settings and
community settings.
• Serves as A Liaison Between Hamilton County Coalition and College Campus Coalitions.
• Assist with Information and Data Collection for Monthly and Quarterly Reporting.
• Inputs Data into The Identified Data Base On Monthly, Quarterly or Six Month Basis (As Required
by The Grantor).
• And Other Duties as Reasonably Requested by The Director.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Education Requirement: 4 Yr. Degree in Social Sciences, Social Services or Mental Health
Services Preferred. 2 Yr. Degree Acceptable, Plus 2 Yrs. Experience in Social Services or Drug
Prevention. Education Can Be Substituted for Experience of 5 Years in A Social Service, Criminal
Justice or Mental Health Related Field and 30 Hours of Relevant Volunteer Work, Field Studies, Or
Training in Substance Abuse Prevention, Community Organizing/ Mobilization, And Evidence Based
Practices.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILL REQUIREMENT: Must Have Some Knowledge in Prevention and/ Or Social Services, Must Be Certified as A Prevention Specialist or Become Certified Within 12 Months from Hire Date.
TRAVEL: Occasional Travel to Meetings and Trainings Are Required.
SALARY RANGE: $20 - $25 PER HOUR. Based On Experience and Education.
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