The Unit wishes to recruit a Stop Smoking Practitioner to provide the day-to-day specialist tobacco cessation support to the residents of Waltham Forest.

The post holders will join a team of comprising Researchers, Stop Smoking Advisors, Clinicians and support staff. 

Key duties of the role include:

• To provide intensive support for smokers and tobacco users using Pharmacotherapies and behavioural support to targeted segments of the population (as stated in the service specification) who have complex needs i.e. COPD, MH/SMI and pregnancy. 
• Maintaining motivation of clients during times of emotional distress. Occasional exposure to distressing/highly distressing circumstances for example: Clients – diagnosis of chronic or terminal illness/disease, clients suffering from mental health problems, clients or clients’ families’ addiction to other drugs/substances.
• Communicate complex and sensitive information to clients in a culturally sensitive manner. To provide a culturally sensitive approach to cessation by sensitivity towards the protected characteristics in accordance with Equalities and Diversity Policies. 
• Maintaining resources for outreach sessions, workshops, presentations and community events in the form of a display board, leaflets posters, CO monitor, NRT samples and paperwork.

College Operations

This new part-time (0.4 FTE) post is available immediately on a fixed term basis until 30 June 2022 with possibility of extension.

Summary of the role

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to an industry funded project in the College of Life and Environmental Sciences, exploring novel medications that modulate memory in behavioural addictions led by Professor Celia Morgan and funded by Awakn Life Sciences. The role will involve supporting the project team through general administration, travel arrangements, organisation of events, and liaison with internal and external partners, project management.

The successful candidate will have excellent administration and organisational skills, with prior experience of event organisation. The ability to prioritise a demanding workload and to work independently is crucial. Experience of administrative support is required.

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification available on our website for full details of this role.

ICUDDR are looking for an experienced Executive Director to oversee all operations, functions and activities. You will be the face of the organization, responsible for executing the strategic plan and implementing a high-quality vision. We are looking for an influential manager with ability to lead and motivate. You will need to have great communication skills and take a holistic approach in managing the organization’s operations. The goal is to manage and lead the organization towards the realization of our mission found here: https://icuddr.org/aboutus/mission.aspx. The organization is located in the United States and the candidate must speak fluent English, but as an international organization, we will consider candidates who reside in other countries.

Job Duties

• Execute the strategic plan as developed by the board of directors
• Manage day-to-day operations of 501c(3), and ensure compliance to non-profit organizational standards
• Prepare the ICUDDR budget, annual report, and MOA/contracts as necessary for functioning of the organization
• Seek out grants, contracts, and other funding sources to support ICUDDR activities and actively identify appropriate sources towards on-going and planning activities
• Ensure all required reports and other documents are submitted in a timely manner to government entities and funders
• Ensure delivery of an annual conference in coordination with the conference program committee
• Participate and provide presentations at meetings and conferences (domestic, international) related to ICUDDR and partner organizations
• Convene meetings with the ICUDDR Executive Committee, the ICUDDR Board of Directors, and with other partner organizations
• Ensure completion of work plans of regional work groups
• Collaborate with partner organizations to establish university networks, to develop academic programs in addiction studies, and other activities to meet the organization mission
• Outreach with universities to engage them as ICUDDR members, and to expand the network of partner universities
• Create networking opportunities for universities to share information regarding academic programs in addiction studies, and develop processes for communication between member universities including regional partnerships and supporting regional networking through regional work groups
• Participate in advisory group activities, as requested
• Supervise staff in accomplishing the goals of the organization
• Other duties as required

Qualifications

• Experience leading a non-profit organization
• Experience in managing government grants and contracts
• Knowledge of international drug demand reduction efforts
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to partner with other organizations to achieve mutual goals
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across cultural and language differences
• Experience in/knowledge of higher education environments, goals and constraints
• Experience in the conduct of research in substance use or substance use disorders
• PhD preferred, Masters degree required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

COVID-19 considerations:
We are currently 100% remote but expect to begin international travel again in March or April.

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• Social Services Administration: 5 years (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: Remote

This position is located in the UNODC Country Office in Myanmar (POMYA), with duty station in Yangon. The incumbent will work under the supervision of the UNODC Regional Representative, Regional Office for Southeast Asia and the Pacific (ROSEAP), in Bangkok, Thailand, and the overall guidance of the Deputy Director of the Division for Operations (DO) at UNODC Headquarters, Vienna.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the incumbent will perform the following specific duties:

• Keep abreast with the latest developments and trends in Myanmar regarding all areas under UNODC mandates and advise on possible policy and operational responses.
• Represent UNODC’s position and interests in Myanmar and liaise with Government’s institutions (in line with the common UN position), civil society, regional and international aid agencies and financial institutions, and the media.
• Represent UNODC within the UN Country Team and other relevant fora in Myanmar and build effective partnerships with UN entities, including joint programmes, ensuring that UNODC’s mandates are fully reflected in the wider programme of work and UN initiatives in the country. 
• Build effective relationship with the Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for Myanmar, the Resident Coordinator in Myanmar and other senior UN managers in the country.
• Manage, supervise, plan, develop, monitor, evaluate and report on UNODC programme/project activities. Manage budget, finance, administration and procurement related functions in accordance with UN rules and regulations. 
• Ensure effective monitoring and collection of data on programme implementation, and contribute to national, regional and global efforts to show UNODC’s contribution to wider UN efforts and the Sustainable Development Goals.
• Draft reports and position papers related to operational activities, as well as visibility/communication material, and as necessary, provide input to UNODC management for the analysis of related development and policy issues.
• Develop and implement a resource mobilization strategy and build partnerships aimed at broadening the donor base, and promoting long-term involvement and financial, in-kind support and resources by national, regional and international public and private sector donors to support UNODC’s work in Myanmar. 
• Ensure regular communication with all project donors and ensure that reporting obligations and other obligations towards the donors are fulfilled in a timely manner.
• Lead UNODC advocacy and awareness raising efforts in Myanmar and contribute to such efforts at the regional and global levels.
• Ensure timely and efficient project management, including project and budget revisions, reporting and monitoring, and negotiations with external counterparts.
• Coordinate and liaise with ROSEAP staff and relevant UNODC Headquarters’ Branches and Sections, as well as with other relevant international, regional, national and non-governmental actors, to facilitate programme implementation and create synergies/partnerships.
• Contribute to safety and security of UNODC personnel in Myanmar, in line with the framework of accountability.
• Support ROSEAP management in developing strategic narratives on Myanmar’s relevance at the regional level with regards to challenges related to UNODC mandates.
• Advise the Regional Representative and senior management on political trends and challenges in Myanmar.
• Supervise programme/project staff and related personnel.
• Perform other work-related duties as required.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Specialist Addiction Nurse to Join Gwent Specialist Substance Misuse Service (GSSMS) as part of the North Team (Blaenau Gwent, Monmouthshire, Torfaen) based in Maindiff Court Hospital Abergavenny.

GSSMS is a community based service that provides treatment for drug and/or alcohol dependent adults aged 18 and over. GSSMS provides an extensive treatment and case management service to people experiencing problems with substance use and associated complexities including mental health, physical health, pregnancy and child protection issues.

The successful candidate will work with service users to comprehensively assess their needs and develop an appropriate care plan. This will aim to address their physical and psychological well-being in addition to their substance misuse.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and /or English speakers are welcome to apply.

Key responsibilities:

VP- Programs, National Chapter Director, and other Chapter Coordinators to set chapter department goals as a part of YPR’s overall strategic plan.

Collaborate with other Chapter Coordinators and other Executive staff to:

• Oversee chapter systems and compliance thresholds to ensure they are effective in maximizing efficiency and productivity across the chapter department
• Support existing chapters to execute regular schedule of events and meet threshold requirements.
• Oversee execution of YPR's advocacy objectives and activities through all chapter leaders' local advocacy efforts.
• Act as head of the Chapters Department and always ensure departmental and administrative excellence
• Edit existing, create new, and/or eliminate archaic chapter systems and compliance thresholds to maximize efficiency and productivity across the chapter department.
• Supervise the execution of all leadership conferences, including YPR’s National Leadership Conferences, by providing logistical support to the business operations department and programming development for the conference participants
• Supervise chapter coordinators

Required qualifications:

• Understanding of substance use prevention and recovery
• Positive and supportive attitude toward all pathways of recovery
• Sensitivity and awareness of the unique needs and stigmas associated with underserved populations
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills

Location: Remote

Job Summary

Remote Guidance Specialists provide support to diverse global EAP clients on behavioral, mental health, family, and wellness related issues.  As the world’s largest provider of EAP and managed care, this is an exceptional growth opportunity to use your clinical expertise to help clients navigate their resources and provide in the moment support. 

Primary Responsibilities

• Telephonically address client concerns by conducting clinical intakes and referring clients to the appropriate resources, such as to a therapist or counselor
• Using critical thinking and problem solving skills, quickly resolve issues and identify resources to ensure a positive client experience and complete satisfaction
• Educate remote clients about resources, eligibility, and services with a positive and professional approach
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation of cases within our proprietary database

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Psychology, Social Work or other behavioral health or counseling related field
• Exceptional communication skills, with a strong focus on customer service
• Quick thinking, high energy, positive, and professional, with demonstrated multi-tasking and critical thinking skills
• Experience in a social service, clinical, healthcare, or insurance environment
• Clinical assessment experience in the following areas: mental health, chemical dependency, and crisis stabilization, preferred
• High-speed internet and quiet home office set up

Responsibility

A Drug Abuse Treatment Specialist is primarily responsible for delivering services to incarcerated individuals in an effort to help them overcome substance use problems.  He/she will provide direct services within residential and non-residential substance use treatment programs in a correctional facility.  He/she conducts group and individual counseling, instructs drug education classes, develops treatment plans, applies assessment and treatment techniques, and develops discharge reports and follow-up treatment plans for inmates who are releasing to the community.

Experience Required

A Drug Abuse Treatment Specialist must have the ability to provide counseling in either a group or individual setting. He/she must have experiencing learning and applying new assessment and treatment techniques and use these techniques to develop rapport and advance treatment goals during counseling. During group counseling, he/she is required to simultaneously monitor the behavior of participants and facilitate the group process. He/she must understand the nature of addiction to effectively plan and implement treatment for participants. Additionally, he/she must possess knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories and social problems associated with addiction. He/she must have experience writing comprehensive treatment plan, treatment progress reports, discharge summaries, and other clinical documentation.

Qualifications

To qualify for a GS-9 position, the applicant must have 12 semester hours or graduate course work in clinical psychology, counseling psychology, or social work including three (3) semester hours as an intern/practicum student in a clinical treatment setting. OR 12 months, full-time professional experience in treating (i.e., developing treatment plans, conducting individual and group therapy) individual with mental health and/or substance use disorders. To qualify for the GS-11 position, the applicant must have 24 semester hours or graduate course work in clinical psychology, counseling psychology, or social work including six (6) semester hours as an intern/practicum student in a clinical treatment setting. OR 24 months, full-time professional experience in treating (i.e., developing treatment plans, conducting individual and group therapy) individual with mental health and/or substance use disorders.

Essential Functions of Position:

• Serves as senior lead on the counseling team and provides support to the Clinical Director as needed. 

• Orients and trains new Counselors and Recovery Support Navigator 

• Provides counseling/therapy that promotes a stable clinical and psychological condition for patients. 

• Completes the bio-psychosocial assessment to assess a patient's social, psychological and motivational needs and develop their initial individual treatment and discharge plans.

• Promotes ongoing participation of the client with decisions involving treatment planning and goal setting.

• Works closely with the patient, and natural or social supports, as well as the program’s multidisciplinary teams to ensure ongoing (at least every 48 hours) review and updating of patients’ treatment plans. 

• Facilitate clinical therapy with patients through individual, group and (as necessary) family sessions.

• Maintains relevant and timely counseling progress notes. 

• Participates in ongoing multidisciplinary case conferences/client care meetings.

• Leads various psycho-educational, therapy and recovery-oriented groups as assigned and ensures all relevant documentation.

• Adheres to federal and state policies (42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA) and ensures appropriate releases are obtained to exchange and disclose necessary client information.

• Participates in staff/supervision meetings, attends related professional development sessions/training and periodic reviews. 

• Available for on-call rotations, weekend and holiday coverage as needed. 

• Assist Clinical Director with scheduling, and assigning tasks to counselors.

• Performs other duties as assigned as directed by the Clinical Director or Program Director. 

Requirements for the position:

• BA/BS or minimum four years of experience in a Human Services field.  

• Licensure of Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC I or LADC II) or Certified Addictions Counselor (CAC) or Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (CADAC) preferred. 

• Minimum three years of experience in substance use disorder treatment and at least two years of counseling experience.  

• Strong knowledge of the substance use treatment continuum and services and related community resources.  Demonstrated ability to work with individuals with substance use disorders.  

• A COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement of the position.  One COVID-19 shot is acceptable, contingent on the individual receiving the second shot within the allotted time frame. 

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Director of Addiction Services in Outpatient Addiction Services for Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.

The primary purpose of the Director, Addiction Services position is to provide administrative direction and oversight to assigned licensed addiction programs, to ensure program integrity and fiscal viability for all assigned programs. Responsible for ongoing program development and compliance with regulatory requirements. Ensures that services provided are consistent with the Vision, Values and Mission Statements of University Behavioral Health Care. Effectively manages coordination with other University Behavioral Health Care departments and community and state agencies. Acts as a positive role model for staff and works effectively to grow services. 

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Provides administrative and clinical direction for program/service line.
• Directs oversight and coordination of all research initiatives. 
• Assures accuracy of all program records and logs.
• Directs course of action in emergency situations. 
• Demonstrates the ability to intervene and make clinically sound decisions in crisis situations. 
• Monitors medical case record compliance to adhere to all regulatory requirements.
• Prepares narrative and summary reports as requested by supervisor 
• Supervises staff as assigned by Vice President. 
• Collaborates effectively with internal and external service providers, staff members, referral sources and program funders. 
• Writes grant proposals to expand services and to develop new programs.
• Ensures that grant-funded programs meet their respective contracted levels of service and outcome goals. 
• Performs duties relevant to a leadership position and supports goals and objectives of University Behavioral Health Care. 
• Budgets resources effectively and manages services within established budgets as measured by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
• Ensures that all documentation meets University Behavioral Health Care, The Joint Commission, and respective licensing standards and regulations and that all is completed within the required timeframes. 
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all consumers, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment. 

Minimum Education and Experience

• Minimum of Master’s Degree in mental health, addiction services, human services or related field and seven (7) years of progressively responsible postgraduate experience in treatment and program development within a behavioral healthcare organization with specific and direct experience related to substance use disorder treatment, with two (2) years of supervisory/management experience. 

Certifications/Licenses 

• New Jersey license required by discipline. Applicants possessing a degree in Social Work must have an active New Jersey certification/licensure as required by the State Board of Social Work. 

Duties

Functions as a Drug Abuse Treatment Specialist (DATS) within a Bureau of Prisons (BOP) federal correctional facility.

Provides direct services, individual therapy and/or group counseling, drug education, residential and/or non-residential treatment services which focuses on the rational behavioral therapy model of drug abuse treatment and criminality.

Responsible for the education of prison staff about drug abuse, drug abuse treatment and the local prison program.

Administers eligibility and psycho-social assessments as the basis for individual treatment planning.

Attends meetings with supervisors, other drug treatment DATSs, the unit team, etc., to share information, knowledge, ideas, and recommendations for the drug abuse treatment participant.

Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Basic Requirements:

A. Degree: that included at least 24 semester hours of course work in the behavioral or social sciences.

OR

B. Combination of education and experience - that included at least 24 semester hours of course work in the behavioral or social sciences, and that provided applicants with knowledge of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a 4-year degree as shown in A above.

Job Summary:

The Nurse Consultant (RN) is responsible for providing direct nursing care, monitoring the health care of individuals in the assigned caseload and assisting them with accessing appropriate health care. The Nurse Consultant is also responsible for monitoring the medication system and providing health related training to staff and individuals. The Nurse Consultant will be responsible for the clinical supervision of LPN's in the assigned caseload. The Nurse Consultant contributes to Bay Cove’s mission by providing effective and compassionate services and through advocacy, education and leadership. This is an exempt position, and does require some on-call consultation and responsibilities.

Essential Functions of the Position:

• Actively participate on clinical teams, consult with Program Director(s), Senior Program Director(s) and Nurses to advocate for health and wellness needs of individuals in programs through on going consultation with program management, staff/clinical meetings, and supervision.
• Monitor, evaluate and make recommendations regarding medical issues.
• Facilitate communication with program staff and medical professionals including meeting with them as necessary, regarding medication and or health care needs of individuals.
• Advocate for access to high quality health care for individuals.
• Provide training to staff and individuals on health care topics, such as diabetes blood pressure monitoring, insulin management, g-tube and j-tube feedings, skin care, health care documentation, etc.
• Complete documentation and maintain records such as nursing notes, health care assessments, or health care treatment plans.
• Monitor medical record keeping systems and Medication Administration Program (MAP) to ensure compliance with all State and Federal regulations.
• Provide direct nursing care to individuals as needed.
• Provide clinical supervision of LPN’s in the assigned caseload when applicable
• Act as on-call consultant to staff on a rotating schedule.
• Performs all other duties and projects as assigned by the DHS, Dir. Care Coordination or VP of Developmental Services

Requirements for the Position:

• Massachusetts Licensed Registered Nurse (RN)
• Proficient in clinical and professional interpersonal skills, verbal, writing, and computer skills
• Valid driver's license
• Use of personal cellular telephone and vehicle for work purposes

• A COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement of the position. One COVID-19 shot is acceptable, contingent on the individual receiving the second shot within the allotted time frame.

Job Summary:

This Counselor/Case Manager is primarily responsible for providing supportive counseling, individual and group, to men or women with varying levels of impairment, and developing and implementing therapeutic treatment plans in the framework of recovery.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide individual counseling to all clients regarding substance abuse.

• Provide group counseling to all clients regarding substance abuse.  Groups can include educational, life skills, relapse prevention groups.

• Provide crisis intervention when necessary.

• Provide case management and engage in care consultation regarding specific clients with other staff, relatives and appropriate representatives of other agencies, including social service agencies, housing authorities, health care providers and vocational issues.

• Prepare client evaluations and develop and implement treatment plans.

• Make appropriate referrals and complete follow-up referrals to insure proper aftercare.

• Maintain client records and programmatic documentation and insure their confidentiality.

• Write out weekly progress notes and treatment plans.

• Enforce policies and procedures of the program.

• Special projects as identified by Program Director.

• Attend all staff meetings as required.

Education and/or Experience Required

• Bachelors Degree required or equivalent experience.

• CADAC/LADAC or equivalent preferred, or actively pursuing certification.

• Experience in individual and group counseling.

• Prior knowledge of the field of substance abuse.

• Knowledge of modality specific issues, such as substance abuse, homelessness, trauma, and other co-occurring disorders.

• Must be knowledgeable with the Confidentiality of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Patient Record (Title 42CFR-Part 2).

Job Summary:
This position is responsible for enforcing the policies and procedures of the program, help maintain a safe environment for the clients, and provide support in the framework of recovery from substance abuse and alcoholism. 

• Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities (may include some or all of the following, based on modality):
• Respond appropriately to any emergency situation.  Contact on-call staff when necessary.
• Oversee and monitor the proper distribution and intake of all client medication.
• Provide care for program participants and maintain order by monitoring client activities, providing crisis intervention and resolving conflicts, as needed.
• Maintain all safety and security policies and procedures, including bed checks, building security, and fire safety.
• Maintain daily logs.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of all program supplies, and assist staff responsible for purchasing of all supplies, as needed.
• Food preparation, planning, management, and service on a daily basis, as needed.
• Attend staff meetings as scheduled.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• Knowledge of modality specific issues, such as substance abuse or homelessness.
• Must be knowledgeable with the Confidentiality of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Patient Record (Title 42CFR-Part 2)

Skills Required

• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow and enforce the policies and procedures of the program.
• Be able to work independently.
• Ability to perform assigned duties while maintaining a perspective as to the place occupied in the rehabilitative community.
• Able to accept supervision and be part of a team.
• Ability to manage stress.
• Ability to respond physically to needs of the clients or other house issues on all floors.

Certificates, Licenses, Registration Required

• CPR/First Aid Training
• Must stay current with any modality required training, including but not limited to HIV/AIDS, Hep C, Narcan, Servsafe, Crisis Intervention, Harassment, etc.
• A COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement of the position. One COVID-19 shot is acceptable, contingent on the individual receiving the second shot within the allotted time frame.

Scottish Recovery Network are recruiting for an experienced manager with great people skills.

Since being established in 2004 Scottish Recovery Network has made a significant impact on mental health policy and practice across Scotland.

With a team of 8, Scottish Recovery Network delivers a number of exciting and innovative programmes to support recovery approaches in Scotland. The voice of people with lived experience of mental health problems has always been central to the development of our work and we take a collaborative approach bringing lived experience and other key stakeholders together.

You will have a passion for delivering work programmes which bring people, services and organisations across sectors together to create a mental health system powered by lived experience which supports everyone’s recovery journey. You will be committed to values-based practice, mental health recovery and excited by the opportunity to work with others to bring about much needed change in our mental health system.

To run and Manage all the activities of the Rehab. I am involved in admissions, clinical program, operations, counseling and group therapy, awareness programs and after care.

The purpose of this position is to provide strategic technical support to the WHO NCD Team in supporting the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in taking forward the agenda of mental health and substance abuse.

The support entails technical advice at policy level, with guidance at implementation level. Stress is being laid on mental health promotion and psychosocial support in emergencies.

WHO India is supporting the Government of India to strengthen the existing health systems and build back better. The incumbent will support in coordination, planning, and implementation of activities, in consultation with WCO India NCD team and respective programme divisions of MoHFW.

Grade: No grade
Contractual Arrangement: Special Services Agreement (SSA)
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): one year
Job Posting: Jan 4, 2022, 7:23:11 AM
Closing Date: Jan 24, 2022, 10:59:00 PM
Primary Location: India-New Delhi
Organization: SE_IND WR Office, India

KCL are looking to appoint an enthusiastic post-doctoral Research Associate to work on an exciting, international, research study of take home naloxone. This is a mixed-methods study of the effectiveness of take home naloxone administration by lay people in reversing opioid overdose. The study aims to determine a) the rate of naloxone administration with the intention of reversing an opioid overdose by lay persons provided with THN who witness an opioid overdose and b) the frequency of deaths in the 24 hours subsequent to administration of naloxone. The post is fixed term for two years. 

Even though the study is funded by MundiPharma Research Ltd (the pharmaceutical company responsible for manufacturing the nasal naloxone, Nyxoid), the study examines any/all forms of naloxone which participating clinical services provide. The study is being undertaken in England, Wales, Scotland, Denmark and Sweden (and other countries, to be confirmed). The post holder will be located in the Addictions Department at the IoPPN, King’s College London.

A cohort of 6000 individuals having been pre-supplied with naloxone will be followed up over six months to determine whether they have witnessed (or experienced) an overdose. Those that have will be asked to take part in an interview with a researcher to ask them to provide more details about the overdose event. 

The position will involve assisting with every aspect of this study including:

liaising with countries to ensure recruitment of country sites and participants and adherence to protocol, ensuring countries have the training and resources they need; management and reporting of serious adverse events and assisting with data analysis and report writing, maintaining up to date study files and databases, and undertaking research interviews over the telephone and data entry for participants recruited in London.

The Overdose Response Strategy (ORS) is an initiative designed to enhance public health-public safety collaboration and strengthen efforts to reduce drug overdose deaths. The ORS is funded by CDC and the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) to help communities reduce fatal and non-fatal drug overdose rates by improved information sharing across public health and public safety agencies, and by supporting evidence-based intervention. 

As of July 2021, there are ORS Public Health Analyst (PHA) and Drug Intelligence Officer (DIO) positions in 50 states, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. PHA positions are funded by CDC through the CDC Foundation and DIO positions are funded by ONDCP through the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) program. These state teams form the foundation of the ORS and work to promote overdose prevention and response efforts, and increase communication, data flow, and intelligence sharing between public safety and public health within and across ORS states.  

The CDC Foundation seeks candidates for a full-time PHA to support the ORS. This position will support efforts of the U.S. Virgin Island Department of Health, Puerto Rico/Virgin Islands HIDTA, and other key partners in the development and implementation of drug overdose information sharing systems and evidence-based prevention programs.

The PHA will ideally sit at the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Health located in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands.

Responsibilities 

• Facilitate data sharing and joint initiatives between public health and public safety agencies and organizations that are designed to address illicit drug use and overdose
• Collaborate with assigned state DIO to build partnerships between local HIDTA program(s) and public health entities
• Identify and promote promising overdose prevention interventions at the intersection of public health and public safety in assigned state
• Support and evaluate public safety-led interventions designed to connect people who use drugs to care and treatment
• Present to diverse audiences on overdose trends and local response efforts
• Support projects that enhance public health/public safety collaborations through the identification of appropriate local partners, qualitative and quantitative data collection, and dissemination of project findings
• Develop specialized knowledge of significant drug use and overdose trends in assigned state
• Responsibilities may also include: 
  • Conduct overdose, drug use, and drug availability related data analyses on behalf of partner agencies, as needed
  • Create data visualizations on drug usage and overdose trends
  • Build partnerships with community members and stakeholders by providing technical assistance and support through communications and one on one assistance, as well as connecting partners to additional resources
  • Develop and conduct trainings to diverse audiences on overdose prevention best practices to enhance response efforts (including but not limited to the development of presentations, one-pagers and other training materials)
  • Explore and support additional projects that enhance public health/public safety collaborations through communication, information sharing, education, and partnership building
  • Develop products for site partners such as briefs, bulletins, reports, brochures or other educational materials
  • Support and evaluate public health and public safety interventions

The Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) is a not-for-profit organisation that fights the causes and impact of poverty across the UK.

CSJ is currently looking for a Head of Addiction to join their busy team on a permanent, full-time basis and lead their Addiction Unit.

As the Head of Addiction, you will lead their Addiction Unit, ensuring the delivery of high-quality research and campaigns, and furthering our important work.

In this critical role, you’ll plan and implement their addiction research programme, engaging with, and learning from, charities, community leaders and experts to influence and support our work.

Developing and delivering an effective and engaging campaign and networking strategy, you’ll expand their reach and promote their research on national and local media. You’ll also engage with policy-makers, including ministers, MPs and advisors, highlighting key policy recommendations and campaigning for change.  

In addition, you’ll act as an ambassador for their vision, mission, and values, representing their organisation at events and helping to raise vital funds for the unit.