Substance Abuse Educator/Instructor

Summary:

Under general supervision, responsible for the execution of activities associated with the driver intervention program by acting as a program monitor or presenter, as needed. The primary work schedule requires flexibility, as weekend work is required. Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Presenting: Utilizing the curriculum and educational materials provided by the company, provide DIP education in the following areas:

Traffic Safety

• BAC drugs and impairment.
• Level of license suspension and revocation.
• Fines and levels of incarceration.
• Driving tasks and specific psychomotor skills required.
• Physiological and psychological effects of alcohol and other drugs on driving performance.

Client education on alcohol and drug abuse and addiction

• Physical and psychological aspects of alcohol and other drugs.
• Combining the use of alcohol and other drugs.
• Social consequences of the use of alcohol and other drugs.
• Signs and symptoms of abuse and dependence on alcohol and other drugs.
• Dysfunctional behavior resulting from the use of alcohol and other drugs.
• Progressive nature of alcohol and drug abuse and dependence.
• Abstinence as a lifestyle and self-help programs such as AA, NA, CA, etc.
• Treatment alternatives and local resources
• Manages participants behavior, as needed. Accepts and reviews participant documentation as required.

Monitoring (required overnight monitoring as scheduled):

• Conducts searches of all participant’s belongings upon entry to the program.
• Check rooms of participants for contraband and unauthorized visitors.
• Assist in securing medications.
• Ensures participant adherence to DIP rules.
• Conducts frequent headcounts per shift to ensure all participants are reported/recorded, including mealtimes, before the start of any session, after any occurrence, at lights out, after breaks, at wake up, during sleep hours, etc.

Reporting

• Completes occurrence/incident reports and/or progress notes documenting any remarkable circumstances (i.e., illnesses, facility problems, serious rule infractions, and participant terminations.
• Administer and record breathalyzer testing, as needed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively in an adult education environment and with others in a sensitive, supportive manner that will facilitate the achievement of client’s goals.
• the ability to work well both independently and
• Ability to act as a role model who presents behaviors that are mature, self-sufficient and socially appropriate.
• Fosters a supportive learning environment that encourages questions and active participation.
• Ability to present a professional approach to all functions and relationships with all levels of staff, clients, other agencies, and the public.
• Demonstrate strong documentation skills.
• Ability to coordinate and/or assist with monitoring or training activities
• Ability to abide by agency and professional code of ethics.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) Tests equivalency
• Basic knowledge of substance abuse issues
• May require possession of a valid vehicle operator’s license. Those who drive personal vehicles during business must be able to provide proof of insurance.
• Background in Mental Health or clinical setting high desired
• Background in classroom instruction high desired

Schedule - Part- Time (Weekend availability required)