Clinical Educator (Casual) - Addiction Medicine Services

UPMC • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

The position involves planning, coordinating, supervising, and implementing activities related to Allegheny County Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug (ATOD) prevention and education, as well as violence and gambling prevention. The role requires identifying educational program needs for teachers, addiction and mental health professionals, and student assistance teams. The successful candidate will utilize evidence-based prevention and training curricula as determined by the Addiction Medicine Services, Program Manager, in conjunction with the Allegheny County Department of Human Services, Drug and Alcohol Programs, and the Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP).

Requirements

• Master's level professional with a degree in the education and/or human service field required.
• Three years of experience in teaching, treatment, or related prevention field required.
• Knowledge of federal and state addiction prevention programs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Addiction Medicine, WPIC leadership in carrying out the duties and mandates related to a broad range of prevention activities.
• Participate in and coordinate addiction-related coalitions and conferences for the region and the state.
• Coordinate and implement special requests from contractors and regulatory entities as they pertain to ATOD prevention services.
• Plan, coordinate, and implement addiction-related education and prevention programs as determined by community needs, school system requirements, and directives from local, regional, and state regulatory bodies.
• Provide training and consultation to Allegheny County School Districts and other provider agencies in the implementation of the PA Department of Education Student Assistance Program.
• Provide evidence-based prevention programs throughout Allegheny County for professional, business, faith, and community organizations in diverse geographic neighborhoods with varying age groups and populations.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Master's degree