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Requisition ID:  117561

Health Education Specialist – Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD)

Reporting to the Associate Director of Student Well-Being, we are seeking a Health Education Specialist - Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD).


The Johns Hopkins University Student Health & Well-Being (SHWB) Practice Group provides holistic services that are accessible, inclusive, equitable, and high quality to foster a proactive, supportive culture and enhance students’ and trainees’ experience at Johns Hopkins University while preparing them to lead fulfilling personal and professional lives. Our integrated service delivery model provides dynamic health promotion and well-being 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 through phone and online resources to JHU learners across all schools within the University.


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


This position is a full-time position in the Homewood & East Baltimore offices with a requirement for availability to travel to other Baltimore area campuses and the DC campus for program delivery and in-person meetings when necessary. This position's central office will be at the Homewood campus and has a hybrid option (at least four days in-person, which may vary during the year and cycle of work).


Specific Duties & Responsibilities


Outreach & Education

  • 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 recruitment, training, and oversight of AOD peer educators and interns.
  • Consult and advise on the sober party registration processes with 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.
  • Develop evidence-based and evidence-informed campaigns using various mediums to address college health issues.


Collaboration & Partnership

  • Serves as the point of contact for 10 schools for AOD issues and topics within Health Promotion and Well-Being and assists staff to integrate 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 students and trainees, 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.


Administration

  • Complete administrative tasks such as ordering materials, maintaining educational resources, and scheduling rooms for events.
  • Serves as a contact and attendee for internal and external committees (e.g., AOD working group, Maryland Collaborative)
  • Maintain active participation in local/national organizations related to college health and AOD.
  • Assist with surveys, data collection, and other types of qualitative and quantitative analysis.
  • Serves as the point person to complete the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Biennial Report, Opioid Education, and other reports as needed.
  • Assist with the creation and implementation of innovative presentations and programs based on sound public health principles and evidence-based practices.
  • Ability to be flexible with schedule. Nights and weekends may be needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Demonstrated oral and written communication skills, including public speaking, presenting, and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience working with and creating content/presentations/workshops/training that will engage a diverse student population
  • Cultural competency and ability to work with a diverse population.
  • High level of organizational skills and proven record of delivering quality results in a timely manner.
  • Must be proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
  • As a university-wide position, staff must be available to travel to JHU campuses in the Baltimore and DC regions.
  • Working knowledge of prevention, health promotion, and behavior change theories.
  • The ability to work as a collaborative team member with students, faculty, and staff throughout the campus community.
  • Familiarity with best practices in college health promotion, including those specific to alcohol and other drug use.
  • Experience in health promotion or university health and well-being is strongly preferred.
  • 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.



Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in related discipline.
  • Two (2) years of relevant experience.
  • Credentials as a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES).


Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s Degree in public health, health education, health promotion, social work or a related field.
  • Certified Public Health (CPH), Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES), or Substance Abuse Specialist credentialed.

 

 

Classified Title: Health Education Specialist 
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Health Education Specialist – Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD)   
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MB  
Starting Salary Range: $41,300 - $72,300 Annually ($55,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: Typically 8:30-5 with adjusted hours for evening and weekend commitments 
FLSA Status: Exempt 
Location: Hybrid/Homewood Campus 
Department name: ​​​​​​​Health Promotion and Well-Being  
Personnel area: University Student Services 

 

 

Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

EEO is the Law
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

Accommodation Information
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.

Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.

The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
Hybrid: On-site 3-4 days a week

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