Health Educator Senior (Overdose Prevention Coordinator)

Title : Health Educator Senior (Overdose Prevention Coordinator)

State Role Title : Education Support Specialist III

Hiring Range : $55,192.25 - $58,362.75

Pay Band :

Agency : Virginia Department of Health

Location : CRATER HQ

Agency Website : vdh.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type : General Public - G

Job Duties

Join the Fight Against Substance Use in Crater Health District!

This is a restricted position, which is solely funded by the OD2A-S for a 4-year period ending August 2028. The availability of funding is scheduled for review before the grant expiration date and periodically thereafter. Continued employment is contingent on the continued availability of funds.

Crater Health District is Seeking a Dynamic and Passionate Overdose Prevention Program Coordinator

Do you have a heart for helping others and a passion for making a real difference in your community? Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career where you can make a direct impact on public health? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Crater Health District is seeking a highly motivated and experienced leader to join our team. In this position, you will play a critical role in addressing the substance use epidemic in our community by :

Engaging with healthcare providers to increase their knowledge of substance use disorders and treatment options.

Coordinating education and outreach efforts to raise public awareness, reduce stigma, and connect individuals with resources.

Collaborating with public safety officials to improve responses to substance use emergencies and develop innovative prevention strategies.

Supervising other staff and contributing to the development and implementation of district-wide overdose prevention programs.

This position is situated within the esteemed Epidemiology Program, a key initiative dedicated to communicable disease prevention, public education, COVID-19 containment, and overdose prevention efforts. Our program, along with the district, takes immense pride in delivering exceptional customer service to both community members and partner organizations. We are committed to exploring and implementing innovative, healing-centered approaches to address the diverse and pressing public health challenges facing our community.

Benefits of Joining Our Team :

Competitive Salary and Benefits Package : Enjoy comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.

Make a Meaningful Impact and join a dedicated team working to improve the health and well-being of our community.

Advance your career in public health and gain valuable experience in substance use prevention and treatment.

Let's work together to create a healthier community for all!

Minimum Qualifications

• Working knowledge of evidence-based Drug Overdose Prevention principles
• Experience in coordinating trainings that support public health, or social services initiatives
• Considerable experience in program development, implementation and / or evaluation
• Skillful in project management, goal setting and coordinating initiatives
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary and / or collaborative team initiatives
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication with ability to communicate effectively and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
• Supervisory experience
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects

Additional Considerations

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and / or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

VDH accepts only on-line applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11 : 55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and / or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position.

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions.

It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of our website : www.vdh.virginia.gov.

If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.

As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer VDH Welcomes Veterans to apply!

Supplemental Questions : You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.

individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS / DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link : Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

Contact Information

Name : CraterHR

Phone : N / A

Email : CraterHR@vdh.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS / DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note : Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Salary : $55,192 - $58,363