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June 19, 2013
Community Support Administrator

Job Description

The Office of Prevention Services and Programs in the Division of Addictive Diseases is seeking a person to fill the position of Community Support Administrator/Program Consultant.


Job Responsibilities include:

  • Under limited supervision, assist with monitoring of substance abuse activities at the community level
  • Review of monthly reports
  • Review of other prevention related materials submitted during community-based implementation of evidence-based strategies
  • Organize and maintain community files/records related to the Strategic Prevention Framework process
  • Assist with planning for workshops and meetings with the Governor's Advisory Council and the Prevention Alliance Workgroup

 

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in a related field and three years experience performing work related to area of assignment

OR 
Masters degree in a related field and one year experience performing work related to area of assignment
OR
Seven years experience performing work related to area of assignment

Note:  Some positions may require licensure

 

Preferred Qualifications

Completion of a Masters degree in Public Administration, Public Health, Social Work or a closely related field, or in second year of Masters program; or a Bachelors degree in any field and 5 years experience working in communities providing substance abuse prevention training, TA and/or consultation


Experience in the area of substance abuse (ATOD) prevention is required with at least 2 years experience providing training and TA to multi-cultural audiences

Experience with applied research, grant proposal development and writing with knowledge of substance abuse EBPs and strategies

Strong computer skills using software packages such as Word, Access, Excel, database development and management; also use of Microsoft Office in writing reports and working with data and programs related to substance abuse is required

Completion of the credentialing for PCCG (or in process), knowledge of DBHDD procurement processes

Experience with community coalitions, SAMSHA and NOM

A valid drivers license and ability to travel is required

 

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary (), we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 12 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.

This position is a pay grade 15 on the statewide salary plan.

 

Employment Information

This position is located in downtown Atlanta.

A sprawling metropolis of over four million people today, metro Atlanta has the vibrancy of the world’s great urban centers combined with the Southern charm of small town centers such as Roswell and Decatur. Here you’ll find historic sites from the Civil War through the Civil Rights era, as well as world-class shopping, entertainment, and nightlife.

We're located across from Underground Atlanta. Parking is nearby as well as direct access to MARTA's rail and bus system.

Come to Georgia's capital city and experience first-hand our historic charm and hospitality.

 

Applying for this job

Please email your cover letter and resume in Microsoft Word format to: recruiting@dbhdd.ga.gov

To ensure proper routing/handling of your credentials, copy/paste or type the following title in the subject line of your email: Community Support Administrator   If you are currently employed by DBHDD, please include "Internal Employee" in the subject line as well.

You may be subject to a Drug Screen. You may be required to submit fingerprints to check for the existence of Criminal History Record Information through the Georgia Bureau of Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. You do have the right to challenge the contents of any Criminal History that is located, should you choose to do so.

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities provides services to ensure the health and welfare of Georgians. As an employee of DBHDD, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

 
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