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Title
Text copied to clipboard!Substance Abuse Alumni Coordinator
Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Substance Abuse Alumni Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing ongoing support and guidance to individuals who have completed our substance abuse treatment programs. Your primary goal will be to help alumni maintain their sobriety, build a strong support network, and reintegrate into society. You will organize and facilitate alumni events, support groups, and educational workshops. Additionally, you will maintain regular contact with alumni to monitor their progress, offer encouragement, and provide resources as needed. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of substance abuse recovery, excellent communication skills, and a genuine passion for helping others. You will work closely with our clinical team to ensure that alumni receive the best possible care and support. This position requires a high level of empathy, patience, and the ability to handle sensitive situations with discretion. If you are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of those recovering from substance abuse, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Maintain regular contact with alumni to monitor their progress.
- Organize and facilitate alumni events and support groups.
- Provide resources and referrals to alumni as needed.
- Offer encouragement and support to help alumni maintain sobriety.
- Collaborate with the clinical team to ensure comprehensive care.
- Develop and implement educational workshops for alumni.
- Track and report on alumni outcomes and program effectiveness.
- Create and distribute newsletters and other communications to alumni.
- Assist alumni in building a strong support network.
- Handle sensitive situations with empathy and discretion.
- Coordinate volunteer opportunities for alumni.
- Maintain accurate records of alumni interactions and progress.
- Provide crisis intervention and support when necessary.
- Promote a positive and supportive community for alumni.
- Stay informed about best practices in substance abuse recovery.
- Advocate for alumni needs within the organization.
- Facilitate peer mentoring programs.
- Assist with fundraising and grant writing efforts.
- Participate in professional development opportunities.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and policies.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related field.
- Experience working in substance abuse recovery or a related area.
- Strong understanding of substance abuse and recovery processes.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive situations with empathy and discretion.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
- Experience organizing events and facilitating groups.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Knowledge of community resources and referral processes.
- Ability to provide crisis intervention and support.
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with alumni.
- Experience with fundraising and grant writing is a plus.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
- Bilingual skills are a plus.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience working in substance abuse recovery?
- How do you handle sensitive situations with empathy and discretion?
- What strategies do you use to maintain regular contact with alumni?
- Can you provide an example of a successful event or support group you organized?
- How do you stay informed about best practices in substance abuse recovery?
- What resources and referrals have you provided to individuals in recovery?
- How do you collaborate with a clinical team to ensure comprehensive care?
- Can you describe a time when you provided crisis intervention and support?
- What methods do you use to track and report on alumni outcomes?
- How do you build and maintain positive relationships with alumni?