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Substance Use Prevention Coordinator

College of Charleston

College of Charleston

Administration
North Charleston, SC, USA · Charleston, SC, USA
Posted on Wednesday, August 28, 2024

Substance Use Prevention Coordinator

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.

Posting Details

POSTING INFORMATION
Internal Title Substance Use Prevention Coordinator
Position Type Classified
Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration Non-Faculty
Pay Band 5
Level 3
Department Office of Student Wellness and Wellbeing
Job Purpose
The Substance Use Prevention Coordinator under the supervision of the Director of the Office of Student Wellness and Well-being is responsible for developing, coordinating, and evaluating substance misuse prevention programs/initiatives for the College of Charleston student, staff and faculty community. The position will improve the existing substance misuse prevention offerings on the campus, assess their impact, and assist with campus reports related to alcohol and drug misuse.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in health promotion, health education, public health, social work, psychology or a related field from an accredited college or university. Experience: One (1) year of experience related to the duties described. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Must have excellent communication and time management skills, ability to work independently, establish relationships and function within a team.
  • Must be able to add to a welcoming and inclusive environment and interact with individuals from a variety of backgrounds with a helpful, caring attitude.
  • Must be willing to speak in front of large and small groups.
  • Knowledge of public health theories and strategies for alcohol and substance use prevention and related disciplines.
  • Ability to train, schedule, and provide guidance to student interns, volunteers, and/or student employees.
  • Ability to identify, develop and implement programs and activities that will benefit the campus community.
  • Ability to work independently as well as establish relationships and function within a team
  • Willingness to learn as well as flexibility and adaptability to ever-changing situations.
  • Basic understanding of social media is desired.
  • Knowledge of student issues in higher education, FERPA regulations and student development.
Additional Comments Regarding Position
Periodic evening and weekend availability may be required.

Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.
Salary *$42,884 - $50,000
Posting Date 08/28/2024
Closing Date 09/11/2024
Benefits
  • Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental
  • Retirement
  • Long Term Disability
  • Paid Holidays
  • Free CARTA Bus Service
  • Employee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Full Benefits Package – Click Here
Open Until Filled No
Posting Number 2024138
EEO Statement
The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu.
Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/15855

Job Duties

Job Duties
Activity
Develops, implements, evaluates and reports on prevention programs, services to reduce high-risk substance use behaviors engaging students critical thinking and enhancing their well-being. Including assisting in the development, implementation, and assessment of departmental goals and objectives and serving as the point person to complete the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Biennial Report and other AOD reports as needed.
Essential or Marginal Essential
Percent of Time 45
Activity
Responsible for the overall implementation and administration of the online educational modules for admitted incoming students regarding alcohol and marijuana use, and sexual misconduct and bystander intervention techniques.
Essential or Marginal Essential
Percent of Time 15
Activity
Assists Director with substance use surveying, reporting and creation of social awareness campaigns for the college community either through working with faculty or implementing a survey designed to survey student health like ACHA-NCHA.
Essential or Marginal Essential
Percent of Time 15
Activity
Chairs the AOD subcommittee/committee and collaborates on programming and policy development with on-campus departments like Collegiate Recovery, the Counseling Center, and the Dean of Students and off-campus community agencies like Charleston Center, and FAVOR voices of recovery.
Essential or Marginal Essential
Percent of Time 15
Activity
Assist with administrative duties in the OSWW Office like scheduling, reviewing student social media, marketing, and event planning submissions, and data collection and entry.
Essential or Marginal Essential
Percent of Time 10

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • Chronicle of Higher Education
    • CofC - Alumni Career Services
    • College of Charleston Website
    • Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
    • Glassdoor
    • Handshake
    • HigherEdJobs
    • Indeed.com
    • Internal Job Posting
    • jbcjobs (Joint Base Charleston Military & Family Readiness)
    • Job Fair
    • LinkedIn
    • Monster.com
    • Personal Referral
    • Post and Courier
    • Public Job Posting
    • SC Government Website (Neogov)
    • SC Works (SC Department of Employment and Workforce)
    • Twitter
    • Word of mouth
    • Other
    • LGBT.net
    • The Society for College and University Planning
    • DiversityJobs.com (Circa)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter / Letter of Application
  2. Reference List
Optional Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Other Document
  3. Other Document 2
  4. Other Document 3
  5. Form DD 214