Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs (ATOD) Prevention Specialist
Excel Campus Activities
Date: 6 days ago
City: Arlington, Texas
Contract type: Full time
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number S06277P Position Title Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs (ATOD) Prevention Specialist Department Health Services Location Arlington Job Family Health Services Position Status Full-time Work Hours Standard Work Schedule
Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits
Benefits
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Job Summary
The ATOD (Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs) Prevention Specialist, under the direction and supervision of the Assistant Director for Health Promotion, ill facilitate administration of Brief Alcohol Screening and Intervention for College Students (BASICS), Cannabis Screening and Intervention for College Students (CASICS), and Tobacco Cessation Sessions for students. 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
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected].
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1 Open Until Filled Minimum Number of References Required 3 Maximum Number of References Accepted 3 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 (*).
Required Documents
Position Information
Posting Number S06277P Position Title Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs (ATOD) Prevention Specialist Department Health Services Location Arlington Job Family Health Services Position Status Full-time Work Hours Standard Work Schedule
Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm
- Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits
Benefits
To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php
Job Summary
The ATOD (Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs) Prevention Specialist, under the direction and supervision of the Assistant Director for Health Promotion, ill facilitate administration of Brief Alcohol Screening and Intervention for College Students (BASICS), Cannabis Screening and Intervention for College Students (CASICS), and Tobacco Cessation Sessions for students. 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, CASICS, and Tobacco Cessation 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.
- Participate in committees as needed.
- Create social media, newsletter content, infographics and other media as it relates to ATOD education and awareness.
- Supports Health Promotion events, outreach, and activities as needed and scheduling rooms for events.
- Bachelor’s degree in Health Promotion, Public Health, Psychology, Social Work, Nursing, Health Sciences, or related fields.
- One (1) experience in community outreach, program design, or program implementation.
- Experience with alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs prevention training or advising.
- Demonstrated skills and experience in a variety of educational methods including facilitation of presentations, workshops, and trainings.
- Two (2) or more years’ experience in community outreach, program design, or program implementation.
- Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES).
- Experience with BASICS, Tobacco Cessation education, and/or CASICS.
- Trained and experienced in using motivational interviewing skills.
- Experience with data collection, data analysis, and report writing
- Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, including public speaking, presenting, and interpersonal skills.
- 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.
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected].
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1 Open Until Filled Minimum Number of References Required 3 Maximum Number of References Accepted 3 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
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- PhD or equivalent
- * How many years of experience do you have in leadership, project management or management?
- None/less than 2 years
- 2 to 3 years
- 4 to 5 years
- 6 years or more
- * How much experience do you have with community outreach, program design, or program implementation?
- None/Less than 1
- 1 to 2 years
- 3 to 4 years
- 5 or more years
- * How many years do you have teaching, training, and/or presenting professionally?
- Less than one year
- 1 to 2 years
- 3 to 5 years
- 5 or more
- * What certifications, if any, have you obtained? (Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Resume or CV
- Cover/Interest Letter
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