Collegiate Recovery Program Coordinator (Stdt Life Dev Spec 3)

Under the general direction of the Director of Health Education and Promotion, the Student Life Development Specialist has overall responsibility for project oversight, coordination, and implementation of all Collegiate Recovery Programming. The Collegiate Recovery Program Coordinator will focus on best practice models, including harm reduction strategies, sober curiosity approaches, and moderation techniques in recovery. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of health disparities affecting marginalized and underserved populations. The Coordinator will also emphasize the importance of reducing stigma and fostering inclusion through trauma-informed practices. The Collegiate Recovery Program Coordinator will support Student Health and Counseling Services in developing and growing efforts related to students in recovery at the University of California, Davis.

This role involves planning, developing, and implementing programs and services that support students in their non-academic lives at the university. Areas of focus include residential life, public service, student conduct, gender identity, leadership development, student organization advising, and more. Key programs will encompass peer recovery support, service opportunities, sober social activities/events, and initiatives aimed at promoting academic success. Through these efforts, the Collegiate Recovery Coordinator will play a vital role in fostering the growth and success of all students.

In addition to supporting students in recovery, the coordinator will provide valuable resources and materials for their friends and family members. This position will also involve educating the campus community about recovery, serving as the primary point of contact for students within the Collegiate Recovery Program, and promoting an inclusive environment that encourages open dialogue and support.

Apply By Date

December 23, 2024 at 11:59pm

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology, Psychology, Public Health, Social Work or in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
• Experience developing, implementing and assessing recovery programming to support college students' academic success and overall health & wellness.
• Experience with event planning, program development, coordination and evaluation.
• Experience with community organizing strategies and principles for reducing the societal stigma to substance use dependency.
• Demonstrated skills to train and supervise student employees.
• Demonstrated skills to make presentations to groups of students, staff and/or faculty and to facilitate small group discussions.
• Interpersonal skills and political acumen to clearly and effectively interact with individuals of varying ages, cultural backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, and perspectives.
• Skills to plan and implement marketing, social marketing, and social media and public relations activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Commitment to promoting the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring that all students feel welcome and supported.
• Experience working with students in a university/college environment.
• Experience coordinating projects requiring interactions with many individuals.
• Experience working with students in recovery and undergoing substance dependency related care.

Key Responsibilities

• 40% - Develop and Implement Programs and Recovery Interventions at The
  Individual Community, Organizational and Policy Level
• 20% - Evaluate Effectiveness of Collegiate Recovery Programming
• 20% - Conduct Needs Analysis and Research
• 10% - Manage, Design Campus Health Communications
• 10% - Student Employee Advising & Management

Department Overview

Student Health and Counseling Services (SHCS) provides primary care, mental health, urgent care, laboratory, pharmacy, optometry, health education and counseling services to registered UC Davis students. SHCS serves approximately 300 patients per day during the school year. The mission is to provide campus health and wellness resources that enable students to successfully achieve their academic goals and life-long wellness. SHCS has approximately 160 staff including managers, senior professionals, professional and support staff, student employees, interns and post doc residents. SHCS is accredited by AAAHC (Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health) and APA (American Psychological Association), IACS (International Association for Counseling Services). For more information see https://shcs.ucdavis.edu

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $56,000/yr. - $99,400/yr.
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: Grade 19
• UC Job Title: STDT LIFE DEV SPEC 3
• UC Job Code: 004564
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift Hours: Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm
• Location: Davis, CA
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

• UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
• This position is subject to pre-placement screening provided by Occupational Health Services. Pre-placement screening will consist of infection control testing that includes blood tests for TB screening and other infectious diseases and may include a physical exam, provided by Occupational Health Services, given at no charge to the applicant. This is done to meet Federal, State and University requirements.
• Position may, at times, require employee to work with or be in areas of hazardous materials and/or infection diseases are present.
• Position requires signing a statement of understanding of the Dependent Adult & Elder Abuse Reporting Requirement.
• Services provided at UC Davis Student Health and Counseling Services include health care related to birth control education, contraception, pregnancy counseling, emergency contraception, sexual orientation, substance abuse and complementary medicine. It is the expectation that staff working here may need to set aside their personal beliefs and provide care and services that meets patients' needs and beliefs.
• Work occasional overtime, evenings/weekends.

Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to be seen, our recruiting process at UC Davis fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. Studies have shown that some people may not apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Each unique role at UC Davis has a set of requirements and you could be perfect for this role, or you could be perfect for the next role! Don’t meet all the requirements? We still encourage you to apply! #YouBelongHere

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