Substance Use Outreach Coordinator

CITY OF WESTFIELD

SUBSTANCE USE OUTREACH COORDINATOR

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Position is responsible for oversight and the efficient and effective operation of the substance use outreach program.

SUPERVISION:

This position performs a broad range of duties requiring a considerable degree of individual initiative, independence, and decision making within authority and works under direct supervision of the Director of Public Health.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Acts as liaison with city departments regarding the issues of addiction.
• Coordinates effective implementation of community activities and events in order to promote awareness of substance use related problems in the community.
• Attends, coordinates and participates in any and all community events related to the issue of addiction.
• Organize training seminars and activities related to community outreach.
• Provides support to addiction related treatment providers.
• Creates and maintains a city webpage that promotes awareness and distributes relevant information regarding statistics, education, treatment options and community events related to addictions.
• Assists city departments with education and awareness regarding addiction.
• Works directly, and in collaboration with, the Westfield Department of Public Health and Westfield Public Schools.
• Coordinates monthly meetings.
• Maintains accurate records and files in accordance with departmental regulations and state statutes governing the records.
• Seeks out, identifies and prepares applications for grants relative to substance use disorders.
• Works with department head regarding grant funding and expenditures.

• Such other related duties as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.  Five years related work experience preferred.  Knowledge of addiction and treatment programs preferred.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficient in the use of personal computers and office software including word processing, database, internet, PowerPoint or similar applications, and spreadsheet applications (Excel).
• Has the ability to understand and prepare complex grant applications at the local, state and federal levels.
• Must have a firm understanding of math and technology as well as knowledge of basic accounting techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing utilizing strong communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to understand and follow directions and take the initiative in completing assignments. Ability to complete work under pressure while maintaining a high degree of accuracy in accordance with work deadlines.
• Ability to follow departmental rules, regulations, policies and practices in all aspects of job.
• Ability to proofread work. Ability to carry out tasks through to completion. Ability to learn and efficiently utilize specific software for department use. Performs preparation of forms, correspondence and other documents.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and work cooperatively with coworkers, city officials, other city employees and the public. Ability to communicate effectively with the public in a courteous and professional manner.
• Such other related duties as required.

Please see cityofwestfield.org for more information and to apply.