Alcohol and Drugs Health Promotion Outreach Specialist (Health Promotion and Well-Being)

Health Promotion & Well-Being (HPWB) at Johns Hopkins University seeks an energetic, organized, and motivated Alcohol and Drugs (AOD) Health Promotion Outreach Specialist to work in a dynamic, evidence-based, and evidence- informed environment and cultivate holistic well-being by providing education, services, and resources for individuals and groups within the JHU community.

The AOD Health Promotion Outreach Specialist works collaboratively with colleagues within HPWB, Mental Health Services, Primary Care, Student Disability Services and campus partners to develop and execute a wide range of prevention programs and those that respond to the current health and well-being needs of undergraduate, graduate, and professional students as well as medical residents, medical fellows, postdoctoral fellows and other trainees. This role supports AOD-focused knowledge and skills training, behavior change, and other initiatives that align with our strategic actions toward a health-promoting university.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Duties and responsibilities are provided as a general guideline and will vary depending on the time of year, the organization's needs, and program coordination responsibilities.
• This description is a general statement of the required major duties and responsibilities performed regularly, continuously, with additional duties assigned based on operational needs.
• The person in this role will be responsible for alcohol and drug education in accordance with learners' (students and trainees) needs and departments' learning needs based on the well-being model.
• They are responsible for integrated programming and outreach university-wide on the following elements of well-being.
• Physical
• Emotional & Mental
• Spiritual
• Environmental
• Social
• Sexual
• Professional
• Financial

This position will serve all JHU learners, including those on the Baltimore and DC campuses and online learners.

• This position’s responsibilities require presence at campuses in Baltimore and 2-4 times per month in Washington, D.C., depending on the time of year.
• This position offers flexibility in hours and days of the week based on programmatic needs and priorities for outreach and program delivery, as well as new opportunities for campus partnerships to develop.
• Aid in the implementation and assessment of a comprehensive prevention strategy for AOD use/misuse for the University using national best practice guidelines and contemporary research.
• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate a range of educational interventions around AOD topics of community relevance.
• Participate in the development of a peer-based AOD education team, including recruitment, training, and oversight.
• Consult, advise on, and deliver the sober party monitor training along with key campus partners, which may include developing, maintaining, and assessing educational content and advising/supervising AOD peer training student groups.
• Conduct educational programs on health and well-being issues as needed for specific student groups, such as residential advisors, athletic teams, Fraternity & Sorority Life, and other student organizations.
• Utilize best practices for holidays/events that are associated with an increased risk for substance use, including planning and assessing education and programming.
• Serve as the point of contact for 10 schools for AOD issues and topics within Health Promotion and Well-Being and assist staff in integrating AOD concepts and education with the elements of well-being.
• Collaborate closely with student service and academic departments at the various schools to develop well-being campaigns and programming.
• Partner with campus stakeholders, student organizations, and community organizations to address the unique needs of the student population as it relates to AOD, including consultation and training.
• Meet with individuals and groups, voluntary or sanctioned by Student Conduct, to conduct harm reduction and motivational interviewing meetings.
• Develop and produce education, advertising, and marketing materials in both print and digital formats in partnership with JHU & SHWB communications colleagues to enhance outreach and marketing efforts and reach.
• Develop, execute, and evaluate psychoeducational workshops, outreach presentations, resource fairs, community and student engagement meetings, and trainings on a variety of health and well-being content for a diverse community of students and trainees, coordinates logistics, supplies, marketing, and post-event evaluations
• Engage with students and trainees in informal interactions such as drop-in hours, attending student events, supporting and mentoring peer-led programs and initiatives to reduce barriers to accessing well-being services and other university services that support well-being
• Remain abreast of current literature and research on student health education practices, health literacy, and other specialized topics relevant to the elements of well-being (trends, opioids, gambling, nicotine, etc.).
• Author and contribute to reports, needs assessments, quality improvement processes, and evaluations of programs, specifically NCHA, biennial reviews, and partnerships with the Maryland Collaborative.

Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Experience with BASICS and/or motivational interviewing techniques.
• knowledge and experience with AOD issues in institutions of higher education, as well as specialized expertise and knowledge of the effects of substance use and its intersections across well-being.
• Working knowledge of health promotion, prevention, and behavior change theories.
• Experience with literature review, needs assessment, and program planning/implementation.
• Experience developing programs and initiatives related to addressing health, health equity, and supporting populations that are historically underserved in health and mental healthcare.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage logistics for small and large-scale programming, workshops, and events.
• Ability to develop and execute health and well-being programs with independence and initiative.
• Exceptional public speaking and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively provide programs for a wide audience.

About Johns Hopkins University Division of Student Health and Well-Being

The Johns Hopkins University Student Health & Well-Being practice group supports well-being, primary care and mental health services for JHU students and learners across all nine schools within the University. Our integrated service delivery model provides dynamic health and well-being promotion, support and programming, student disability services including guidance and resources, and in-person primary and mental health care options at our clinics as well as remote support though phone and online resources.

We define well-being as an optimal and dynamic state that allows people and communities achieve their full potential. By focusing on the whole — the whole person, the whole educational experience, the whole institution, the whole community — well-being becomes a multifaceted goal and a shared responsibility for the entire institution.

We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and supporting the professional development of a diverse team of practitioners and support staff who bring a range of intersecting identities as well as personal and professional experiences to their roles. The Johns Hopkins University comprises undergraduate and graduate students and learners from across the globe, and the division of Student Health and Well-being prioritizes innovative care delivery models to meet the evolving needs of our stakeholders and to support the development and sustainability of well-being.

• Master's Degree in Counseling, Psychology, Public Health, Social Work, Education, or related areas such as Women/Gender Studies is required.
• Eligibility for a professional license in Maryland is required.
• Two years of clinical experience in a mental health profession working with clients required; three years preferred.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

• Experience in a university health or health promotion setting strongly preferred.
• Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) or Certified Public Health (CPH) credential.

Classified Title: Behavioral Health Specialist 
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Alcohol and Drugs Health Promotion Outreach Specialist (Health Promotion and Well-Being)   
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MB  
Starting Salary Range: $48,000 - $84,100 Annually ($60,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: M-F, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm 
FLSA Status: Exempt 
Location: Hybrid/Homewood Campus  
Department name: Health Promotion and Well-Being   
Personnel area: University Student Services