1000000395.Part-Time Opioid Education & Outreach Specialist.Dc Opioid Abatement Settlement

Dallas County • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

Addresses the ongoing opioid epidemic by designing, implementing, and overseeing educational initiatives and outreach programs aimed at preventing opioid misuse, promoting safe practices, and connecting individuals with essential resources.

Requirements

• Education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited high school/GED program.
• Four (4) years of experience in Behavioral Health, Public Health, Education, or Community Engagement, or in a job-related field of study, or equivalent job experience.
• Skilled in the use of standard software applications.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, departments, and the general public.
• Ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences.
• Ability to design and deliver educational workshops, presentations, and materials.
• Skilled in organization, interpersonal communication, and professionalism.
• Skilled in data collection and analysis to evaluate program outcomes.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from various backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops educational materials, resources, and presentations on opioid misuse prevention, pain management, addiction, and harm reduction strategies, with guidance.
• Creates and delivers engaging workshops, seminars, and training sessions for diverse audiences, such as Dallas County groups, and at-risk populations.
• Creates and maintains accurate class rosters for all training sessions. Maintains organized records of all training materials, participant data, and other necessary documents. Monitors and tracks all expenditures related to grant-funded activities and ensures compliance with grant guidelines and requirements.
• Collects and analyzes data to measure the impact of education and outreach efforts, making necessary adjustments to enhance effectiveness.
• Utilizes various communication channels, including social media, websites, and printed materials, to disseminate accurate and up-to-date information on opioids and related topics. Stays informed about evolving trends, research, and policies related to opioids, addiction, and recovery to continuously improve educational content and strategies.
• Attends training sessions on opioid health policy and advocacy issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees