YOUTH ALCOHOL, TOBACCO & OTHER DRUG (ATOD) PREVENTION COORDINATOR

Position Description: AMERICORPS FULL-TERM SERVICE OPPORTUNITY

Program Summary:

Connections AmeriCorps Members are placed in organizations and agencies for a term of National Service to support programs that improve school success, youth wellness, and increase volunteer opportunities. Members serve up to 11 months, earn a monthly living allowance, an Education Award upon completion of service, and gain valuable leadership skills.

Service Description:

NCADD’s youth ATOD prevention coordinator will (1) help facilitate six life-skill-building retreats for the Juneau-Douglas High School CHOICE program (serving students at risk of dropping out before graduation); and (2) facilitate TATU (Teens Against Tobacco Use) peer modeling program in both high schools by recruiting students and training them to give tobacco prevention presentations in Juneau’s elementary schools. Coordinator will also represent NCADD at local health fairs and participate in a variety of prevention campaigns.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge about substance abuse and addictions
Prior experience working with elementary school students
Prior experience working with high school students, preferably at-risk
Prior group presentation and facilitation experience
Additional computer skills desirable: Publisher or other graphic, PowerPoint, website design and editing

Program Benefits:

A monthly living allowance of approximately $1250 before tax
An Education Award up to $5550
Health Insurance
Child Care Assistance (if eligible)
Occupational Accident Insurance
Student Loan Forbearance (if eligible)

Service Location, Housing & Transportation:

This position is located in Juneau, AK
Housing is not provided; however, NCADD will assist members in obtaining suitable rental. Members are eligible for food stamps, which supplement living allowance. One automobile will be provided for member use.

Start of Term: September 9, 2013 for SAGA training. September 13, 2013 first day at service site.

End of Term: July 31, 2014.