Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Education and Recruitment Coordinator

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Position Summary

• An experienced professional is sought to lead and innovate in the planning, coordination, and evaluation of training opportunities for EMS personnel in rural areas; ensuring a robust response to substance use disorders (SUD) and co-occurring disorders (COD) in crisis. The position is contingent upon grant funding.

Principal Accountabilities

• Standards of Performance: Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Collaboration, Stewardship, Accountability, Quality
• Commitment to Care: (1) Commitment to deliver positive patient and colleague experiences (2) Commitment to support a collaborative, inclusive community (3) Commitment to build trust (4) Commitment to embrace my personal responsibility.

Education

• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Education, Workforce Development, Health Administration, or related field.
• Alternate: Significant EMS or Workforce Education experience (minimum 10 years) in lieu of a degree.

Licenses and Certification

• Required: Valid Illinois Emergency Medical Response License (or ability to obtain).
• Preferred: Basic Life Support Instructor certification.
• Willingness to attend National Association of EMS Educator Level 1 Course.
• Valid Illinois Driver’s License with a satisfactory record.

Role Specific Responsibilities

• Training Development and Enhancement:
  • Expand training opportunities for license maintenance, targeting active, certified EMS personnel.
  • Collaborate with regional educational institutions and EMS agencies to develop EMS certification and continuing education programs.
• Workforce Development:
  • Develop a sustainable talent pipeline for ongoing recruitment and retention of EMS personnel.
  • Engage with local high schools and community colleges to promote EMS careers.
• Behavioral Health Training Collaboration:
  • Partner with mental health professionals to develop training in Psychological First Aid and Critical Incident Stress Debriefings.
  • Integrate mental and substance use disorder training within EMS curricula.
• Just Culture Advocacy:
  • Promote just culture principles within EMS practices.
  • Facilitate a learning and accountability culture across EMS agencies.
• Data Management and Reporting:
  • Manage data collection, entry, and analysis related to EMS training and performance.
  • Coordinate with community partners for data integration and prepare reports.
• Operational Support for RHCC:
  • Provide support during planned and unplanned events, including emergency/disaster response.
  • Assist in developing and implementing emergency management strategies.
• Alzheimer's and Dementia Care Education:
  • Develop and implement training modules for EMS personnel on Alzheimer's and dementia care.
  • Ensure all EMS staff are knowledgeable in recognizing and responding to patients with cognitive impairments.
• Patient Interviewing and Behavioral Health Identification:
  • Train EMS staff in effective patient interviewing techniques to identify behavioral health issues.
  • Educate on recognizing signs of mental health and substance use disorders during patient interactions.
• Opioid Overdose Reversal Techniques:
  • Instruct EMS personnel in opioid overdose reversal methods, including the use of Naloxone.
  • Ensure understanding of best practices for responding to opioid-related emergencies.
• Encouraging Entry into the EMS Education Pipeline:
  • Develop strategies and initiatives to motivate individuals, especially youth, to enter the EMS education pipeline.
• Collaborate with schools, community organizations, and healthcare facilities to raise awareness about EMS career opportunities and pathways.
• Additional Responsibilities:
  • Undertake other related duties, including participation in regional and state EMS committees.

Compensation (Commensurate with experience):