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TN Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence

Training Specialist (OAP)

TN Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence

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Job Summary

The Training Specialist for the Opioid Abatement Program will be dedicated to training activities on best practices for addressing the needs of survivors of sexual and domestic violence with OUD and any co-occurring SUD/MH conditions.  This position will create and provide training to reduce stigma, increase knowledge of resources/access to treatment, and increase service capacity that will combat the opioid epidemic within the DV/SA survivor community in Tennessee.

Program Overview:

The Tennessee Coalition Opioid Abatement Program will be a threefold initiative that includes prevention, education, and treatment to address this need. Primary prevention activities will include the creation and dissemination of educational materials, as well as training and support for prevention professionals. The Coalition will provide education and technical assistance to local domestic violence and sexual assault programs across Tennessee to improve their capacity to serve survivors with Opioid Use Disorder and co-occurring issues. Direct services will include free, statewide telehealth and recovery groups for DV/SA survivors that focus on trauma, opioid, and substance use.

Job Responsibilities

  • Provides training to at least 400 people per year to include at least two trainings per month around intersections of opioid use/domestic violence/sexual assault/stalking/human trafficking.
  • Utilizing best practices in services, train professionals (including law enforcement & medical professionals) in the domestic violence/sexual assault/stalking/human trafficking field.
  • Develop custom training programs that may take place online, in classrooms, or in training facilities and include the creation of toolkits or eLearnings, national or local conferences to disseminate findings from projects including Annual Conference/Tommy Burks/ED Roundtable/Advocates Roundtable.
  • Expand training for first responders, schools, community support groups, and families
  • Train on culturally appropriate services and programs for persons with OUD and any co-occurring SUD/MH conditions, including new Americans.
  • Create and support prevention education and training.
  • Create and support staff training or networking programs and services to improve the capability of government, community, and not-for-profit entities to abate the opioid crisis.
  • Support stigma reduction efforts regarding treatment and support for persons with OUD, including reducing the stigma on effective treatment.
  • Serves as a leader to ensure strong communications between TCEDSV and all external constituents.
  • Follows and supports policies and procedures of TCEDSV.
  • Actively seeks to learn the history of TCEDSV.
  • Supports and promotes the mission of TCEDSV.
  • Attend staff meetings.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Five (5) plus years of experience in Substance Use Disorder/Intimate Partner Violence.
  • Experience with the creation and delivery of training programs; experience with adult learning
  • BA/BS preferred
  • Strong understanding of nonprofit organizations and familiarity with community issues.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong presentation skills.
  • Adept with a variety of multimedia training platforms and methods.
  • Ability to evaluate and research training options and alternatives.
  • Ability to design and implement effective training and development. 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Supports the mission, vision, and strategic goals of TCEDSV to serve both internal and external customers.
  • Conducts self in a professional manner; maintains appropriate professional appearance.
  • Participates as a team member utilizing a collaborative style to achieve mutual goals.
  • Accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Interpersonal, organizational, time management, and leadership skills.
  • Creativity and self-initiative.

Additional Information

Benefits

The Coalition has a robust benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, vacation/sick leave, holidays, and flexible schedules. TNC is a remote agency.

Work Environment:

TCEDSV operates primarily through a remote work environment. The incumbent will be required to reside in Tennessee and be able to travel occasionally for business purposes to Nashville or other parts of the state which may include some overnight travel.  The schedule is established for the position by the CEO and CAO of TCEDSV.

Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Ability to lift/carry up to 20 pounds.  Ability to sit/stand for long periods of time.  Good manual dexterity with the ability to perform repetitive hand/wrist motions.  Ability to manage multiple tasks as assigned and handle stressful situations.  Works in a typical office environment. The noise level is usually moderate.

Comments: This position is considered light work with repetitive motion. 

The Tennessee Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence is an equal-opportunity employer.

How to Apply

Submit your resume, cover letter, and three professional references to jobs@tncoalition.org

Details

  • Date Posted: September 25, 2024
  • Type: Full-Time
  • Job Function: Programs and Service Delivery
  • Service Area: Social / Human Services
  • Start Date: 11/01/2024
  • Salary Range: $50,000-$55,000
  • Working Hours: 37.5 Hrs/wk; Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 5:30pm