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DRUG-ALCOHOL COALITION OF IREDELL
Is Hiring For A Project Coordinator

DEFINITION: 


Under the general supervision of the Director of DACI, this position will perform a variety of duties interacting with community members, coalition volunteers, and partner agencies to prevent substance abuse among the youth of Iredell County with the purpose of accomplishing the goals of the DACI Drug Free Communities grant. This is a grant-funded position and is contingent upon funding. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND JOB DUTIES: 

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  • Recruit youth, families, and community members to participate in the Drug-Alcohol Coalition

  • Increase community collaboration for a drug/alcohol-free county by providing leadership in policy development, strategic planning, and coalition building

  • Provide training and support for community youth, families, and program participants addressing drug/alcohol-free skill development, mentoring, and access to resources

  • Disseminate program information throughout the county through the development of a program marketing plan and the establishment of a county-wide communications structure

  • Develop a system of recognition and rewards for youth, families, and community partners willing to commit to a drug/alcohol free lifestyle

  • In cooperation with Administration, oversee the program budget and maintain documentation of in-kind time and donations

  • Monitor progress of the Coalition and comply with Federal reporting requirements

  • Plan, organize, and coordinate drug and alcohol use prevention activities and presentations including: trainings, workshops, conferences, luncheons, assemblies, parent forums, fundraising events, and safe and drug-free activities

  • Remain current on the latest drug and alcohol use research and trends

  • Work closely with county districts/schools to provide drug- and alcohol-free information, recognition events, and training activities for middle and high school students

  • Gather information and analyze data for the purpose of evaluating and adjusting programs when necessary in accordance with funding program requirements

  • Participate in community and district/school collaborative meetings and committees to reduce substance use in our school-aged youth

  • Work closely with program staff to coordinate services and share information

  • Travel for coalition business 

  • Other Duties as Assigned 

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: 


Any combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as described. 

 

  • Paid or volunteer experience in community programs

  • Experience in facilitating groups 

  • Experience in public speaking

  • Experience is the field of substance use

  • Peer Support Specialist Certification is a plus, but not required

  • Experience working with youth is a plus, but not required

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  • Valid North Carolina driver’s license and insurance (required)

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Please send your resumes to kristin@daciredell.com.

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