Job Summary:

Substance Abuse Specialist that possesses knowledge and is able to apply substance use/abuse treatment to a diverse population and has the capacity and knowledge to work with a treatment group that present a variety of addictions and addiction related behaviours.

In this dynamic and rewarding role, there is an emphasis on creating interventions that are strength-based and focused on promoting recovery, symptom reduction, increased coping skills, and achievement of the highest level of functioning for the client in the community.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provides individual sessions to explore overall goals, treatment plan, and measurement of goal completion, assess further needs of individuals for successful recovery and program completion.
• Conducts utilisation reviews based on assessment information, treatment progress, and established guidelines, to determine eligibility for services, continuation of services, and discharge for services, complete service authorisation requests, and maintain current authorisation for service provision.
• Utilises assessment recommendations and input from client, family, and other involved natural and professional supports, develop person-centred treatment plans, and provide on-going monitoring and revision of treatment plans as indicated.
• Provides preventive and therapeutic interventions in individual, family, and group counselling sessions including skills building , supportive counselling, and case coordination to help clients develop needed skills and support on-going treatment gains in regard to managing substance abuse and mental health symptoms and adapting to home, school and other environments
• Consults with psychiatrist or other medical personnel regarding reporting behavioural observations and concerns, and improvement or concerns related to any prescribed medications.
• Documents treatment interventions, community support and assessment of client’s progress based on treatment goals in client’s record according to state and agency requirements within 24 hours following the billed activities.

Required Education/Experience:

• Qualified Substance Abuse Prevention Professional which is defined as: a graduate of a college or university with a Master’s degree in a human service field and has one year of full-time, post-graduate degree accumulated supervised experience in substance abuse prevention;

OR

• A graduate of a college or university with a bachelor’s degree in a human service field and has two years of full-time, post-bachelor’s degree accumulated supervised experience in substance abuse prevention;

OR

• A graduate of a college or university with a bachelor’s degree in a field other than human services and has four years of full-time, post bachelor’s degree accumulated supervised experience in substance abuse prevention;

OR

• A substance abuse prevention professional who is certified as a Certified Substance Abuse Prevention Consultant (CSAPC) by the North Carolina Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board and meets the above requirements as a QSAPP

New job openings with the UNODC Prevention, Treatment and Rehabilitation Section! Several positions are available in multiple duty stations working on treatment, care and the rehabilitation of substance use disorders.

These positions are located in various UNODC Regional or Country Offices in the context of global programmes managed by the Prevention, Treatment and Rehabilitation Section (PTRS), Laboratory and Scientific Services (DLSSB), Division for Policy Analysis and Public Affairs (DPA), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC).

Apply before 2 Sept:

At P2 level: http://bit.ly/3A3S1dv

At P3 level: http://bit.ly/3d53xfB

For the P2 level opening, PTRS is looking for candidates with knowledge and understanding of public health based approaches to treatment, care and rehabilitation of drug use disorders, with an academic background from health, social, or the development field and 2 years experience in project support or management. The responsibilities and requirements are same for the P3 level opening, however, candidates are expected to have a 5-year work experience.

This post is located in the Regional Office for South Asia (ROSA) United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in New Delhi, India.

The incumbent will head the Regional Office and will work under the overall guidance of the Director, Division for Operations (DO), direct supervision of the Deputy Director of DO, and in coordination with and under the oversight of the Regional Section for South Asia, East Asia and the Pacific (RSSAEAP) and the Office of the Director of DO at UNODC headquarters in Vienna.

This post is located in the Prevention, Treatment and Rehabilitation Section (PTRS), Drugs, Laboratory and Scientific Services Branch (DLSSB), Division for Policy Analysis and Public Affairs (DPA), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Vienna, Austria. The incumbent will report to the Chief of the Section.

The focus of this position is to plan, organize, coordinate and/or provide substantive backstopping to the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the UNODC strategies, policies and programme activities with regard to the thematic areas covered by the Section with a particular focus on prevention of drug use and other risky behaviours (as per the UNODC/WHO International Standards on Drug Use Prevention), as well as on ensuring access to controlled drugs for medical purposes. 

This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated and experienced qualitative researcher to join a highly experienced research programme funded by a National Institute for Health Research (21/614 HSDR) entitled Programme of Research for Alcohol Care Teams: Impact, Value and Effectiveness (ProACTIVE). 

The ProACTIVE research consortium is seeking the appointment of two postdoctoral research fellows (one based in Hull; one based in Southampton). This position relates to the position based within the Institute for Clinical and Applied Health Research, Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Hull. The post holder will report directly to Professor Thomas Phillips and will also work closely with the Hull Health Trials Unit (HHTU), Professor Sinclair, the University of Southampton, and other co-applicants in different centres to deliver this programme of research.

The successful candidate will support the overall implementation of the research programme and coordinate the delivery of a national survey of Alcohol Care Teams and a quasi-experimental trial across six hospital sites in England. A significant part of the role will comprise of project management, ensuring patient and public involvement (PPI) is embedded within all activities, and supervision of research assistants.  The ideal candidate will possess experience of trial management, working with large datasets (e.g. Hospital Episode Statistics (HES) Office of National Statistics (ONS), National Drug Treatment Monitoring System (NDTMS)).

This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated person with excellent communication skills to join a highly experienced research programme funded by a National Institute for Health Research (21/614 HSDR) entitled Programme of Research for Alcohol Care Teams: Impact, Value and Effectiveness (ProACTIVE). 

The successful candidate will co-ordinate the development of the first national public and patient network for the active involvement of people with lived experience in Alcohol Care Teams. They will need excellent communication skills to provide comprehensive and effective support to the research team to ensure the patient voice is integrated into all aspects of the Research Programme. 

This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated researcher to join a highly experienced research programme funded by the National Institute for Health Research (21/614 HSDR) entitled Programme of Research for Alcohol Care Teams: Impact, Value and Effectiveness (ProACTIVE). 

The ProACTIVE research consortium are seeking the appointment of several research assistants across the three years of the project. This position relates to the position based within the Institute for Clinical and Applied Health Research, Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Hull. The post holder will be accountable to Professor Thomas Phillips and report to the Research Fellow/Trial Manager. They will also work closely with the Hull Health Trials Unit (HHTU), and Professor Sinclair, University of Southampton.

The successful candidate will support the implementation of a cross-sectional national survey of alcohol services based within NHS hospitals in England and recruit patients with lived experience of alcohol dependence to a quasi-experimental trial. The survey will identify the nature and scope of hospital-based alcohol service provision across England which will inform the additional work packages, including the trial. The trial will be conducted across six NHS hospital sites and will involve the recruitment and follow-up of study participants at 6 months.

The purpose of this position is to work with the Applied Prevention Science International (APSI) team to develop a classroom curriculum for high school students that addresses wellness and well-being as they encounter increasing risks of substance use and other problem behaviors.  The curriculum design is based on prevention science and the theoretical frameworks addressing the development of knowledge, skills, and competencies needed by adolescents as they progress through high school and afterwards.

​The curriculum writer will be responsible for writing the modules, lessons, and exercises that provide students the opportunity to not only learn the content, but to practice important skills including positive communication and other social interactions with peers and their teachers, critical thinking and decision-making in regard to their health and wellness, setting goals and planning for their immediate and more long-term futures, and exploring and managing their emotions as they face stress and other challenges in their school and community. 

​The curriculum will also incorporate special programming in 9th grade which will address the unique risks of transitioning into high school; and then prepare students in 11th and 12th grade for the important skills needed to transition out of high school into post-secondary life.

​There will be a science-oriented module available to grades 9-12 focusing on the pharmacology of psychoactive substances and their impact on the brain and the consequences of use.  The content will be based on material derived from the National Institute on Drug Abuse and APSI resources.

​Position Summary

​The job is a remote full-time position for 12 months, with possible options to continue.   The writer will be expected to produce about 24 lessons and related materials for 45-minute classroom sessions for 12 modules.  These are listed below.

• Success in School & Health

• Managing Stress 

• Your Healthy Brain

• Emotions and Resolving Conflict

• Psychoactive Substance Use 

• Service Learning

• Communications

• Time and Money Management

• Decision-Making

• Developing Plans/Seeking Work

• Setting goals

• Planning for Post High School

The writer will perform the following tasks:

1. Work with the APSI team on refining plans for the curriculum, including the coverage of the modules; consideration of how they fit into school district programming and individual school schedules; how they will best be designed for the teachers, health educators, school counselors and/or prevention staff who will deliver them; and other approaches to facilitate the design, development, and delivery of the curriculum. 

2. Participate remotely in monthly planning meetings with the team and consultants during the 9-month development period.  

3. Develop the desired order and group the delivery of modules in 3-4 packages in concert with the team so these can be reviewed while others are being written.

4. Overall, there will be about 9 months to complete the 12 modules with lessons and support materials for the initial pretesting with the target audience of high school students; 

5. Then, finally modify the material for production into the demonstration field version at the end of the year.

Qualifications/Experience

• At least 5 years of teaching high school plus an advanced degree in curriculum development and/or assessment

• Familiarity with teaching or assessing science-based curricula at the secondary level

• Completed curricula at the middle and high school level

• Advisory experience in regard to district-level work with adherence to secondary school standards

Communications and Creativity in Written and Digital Form

• Excellent writing skills in a variety of digital mass and social media 

• Developed and wrote lesson plans for a high school program

• Created researched based lesson plans, unit plans, and curriculum including gender specific and culturally specific programming.

• Examples of comprehensive, standards-based curriculum developed for high schools  

• Authorship of curricula and elective courses digitally and in print.

• Examples of creative ability to develop imaginative exercises that deliver skills and practice opportunities for students

If selected for an interview, please have the following material available to assess your experience: 

• Examples of original curricula, assessment items, and standards alignment.

• Written rigorous and age-appropriate assessment items.

• Standards-based practice and assessment items for a variety of subject-specific skills.

• Experience working as part of an evaluation process.

APPLY

This newly established post-doctoral fellowship at the ISMH, University of Stirling offers an exciting opportunity for an outstanding researcher to join a world-leading Institute carrying out high profile public health research on marketing, behaviour change and policies to prevent non-communicable diseases. More than one appointment may be made subject to available funding and suitable candidates. 

Example Projects: The successful Hastings Fellow(s) will be matched to selected studies at ISMH according to their interests/skillset, funded by national and international funders (NIHR, Cancer Research UK, MRC and others).  The following are examples of project work to which fellows may be allocated; possible/preferred allocations will be discussed with appointable candidates at interview.

1. an evaluation of policy and practice regarding late-night opening hours for bars/clubs including survey, interview data and documentation analysis
2. analysing the marketing of zero/low alcohol products
3. supporting analysis of alcohol policy stakeholder views in South America and/or Africa
4. exploring youth views on the marketing of e-cigarettes
5. analysis of qualitative data from a trial of e-cigarettes in homeless centres
6. examining alcohol industry involvement in alcohol policy and marketing in Africa and in funding academic research
7. supporting ongoing research on the health of prisoners and their families
8. coding and analysis of qualitative data on long Covid, in the UK and internationally
9. exploring ways to reduce exposure to second-hand tobacco smoke across different settings
10. carrying out quantitative analysis of exposure to indoor and outdoor air pollutants
11. developing an interface for analysis of ambulance call-outs for drug overdoses and proposals for individual level data linkage with drug-related deaths.

Other opportunities may arise during the fellowship and the successful Fellow will have the opportunity to co-author peer-reviewed papers from studies on which they are involved.  The fellowship is intended to provide an intensive working and learning experience in a dynamic and supportive research environment, and to accelerate the successful candidate’s research career through expansion of networks, skills, knowledge and experience. 

An outstanding researcher is sought who is enthusiastic, meticulous and hard-working, and who is comfortable and capable of working across several projects, taking on new topics and challenges within a supportive and friendly team.

The Fellow will: develop their existing skills base in either/both quantitative and qualitative methods and/or literature scoping and reviewing as needed on specific projects; and further build their public health knowledge and experience of study management. Duties may involve primary data collection and analysis (interview, focus group or observational data, documentation, survey or exposure data), secondary analysis, write-up and presentation of results including working proactively with policymakers, NGOs, research funders and other stakeholders.

Most projects involve working in multi-institution teams, with excellent networking opportunities such as through ISMH’s membership of the UK Prevention Research Partnership (UKPRP) SPECTRUM Consortium, the Public Health Policy Research Unit of the Department of Health, and our leadership roles in the UKPRP Community of Practice and several international research networks. 

It is expected that the Fellow will also get involved in or lead the drafting of a research proposal related to the post-holder’s interests and aligned with ISMH’s aims. 

Details

Bonnie Brae, a Special Education School and Residential Treatment Facility for at risk youth, is currently seeking a full time Substance Abuse Counselor. The Substance Abuse Counselor will be responsible for the completion of assessments, evaluations and authorisations including bio-psychosocial assessments, substance abuse evaluations, IMDS Strength and Needs Assessments, Joint Care Reviews, direct clinical service; individual therapy, group therapy and family therapy. Treatment planning including updating treatment plans monthly, attendance at treatment team meetings and running treatment teams as required, as well as discharge planning. The Substance Abuse Counselor will be a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team. Participation in performance improvement activities including program development and oversight. Interacting with youths and staff in the Milieu. Case management including documentation of all direct services , consultations, phone calls, arranging home passes, oversight of urine drug screens and attendance at meetings. Supervision of non-clinically licensed master’s level staff pending licensure. Preparation and facilitation of applicable licensing, contracting and accreditation surveys.

Experience Required

Education/License Requirements: • New Jersey Licensed Therapist, dually licensed in Mental Health and Substance Abuse required. • Masters in Social Work or Mental Health Field and LCADC license required. • In addition to the LCADC license, a LAC, LSW, LCSW or LPC license required. • Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS) preferred. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Experience: • Valid Driver’s license – not currently suspended or suspended over the last three years due to accidents or moving violations. • Two years post-Masters experience desirable. Two years residential treatment experience desirable. • Evening hours required as dictated by program needs. • One weekend per month required.

How to Apply

Resumes should be submitted to:  jobs [at] bonnie-brae [dot] org

Bonnie Brae
3415 Valley Road
Liberty Corner, NJ 07938
Phone: 908-647-0800
Fax: 908-647-8187

Overview

The Advanced Practice Provider is primarily responsible for providing patient care services, including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating and educating patients. The Advanced Practice Provider works closely with physicians and other clinicians in a team approach to patient care. The Advanced Practice Provider is a highly visible position that is always responsible for creating a positive impression with patients, physicians and other visitors he/she encounters, both in person and on the phone.

Qualifications
 

1. Knowledge of advanced practice including anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology and therapeutics, basic nutrition, behavioural factors, psychosocial/family systems, diagnostic testing, interpretation of results and clinical decision making, alternative treatment modalities.
2. Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments used to administer patient care.
3. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish/maintain a safe work environment.
4. Knowledge of health promotions, health risk identification, and patient education principles and techniques.
5. Knowledge of community, professional and education resources.
6. Minimum: LMFT, LMHC, or LCSW certification. Seeking candidates with LCAC, LAC, ICAC II, CADAC II, CADAC IV, NAADAC, or IC&RC.
7. You must be able to obtain a state license Indiana for your scope of practice.

Job Description

Overview

The Department of Health Promotion & Prevention (HPP) envisions a campus which understands the impact of the environment on healthy communities. HPP strives to fully support a continuum of education and prevention, early intervention, and access to services while also promoting a culture of recovery and healthy life choices for all students. HPP is responsible for providing appropriate, evidence-based prevention and health promotion programming related to substance abuse, stress management, nutrition, physical fitness, and sleep. HPP staff members serve on a variety of University-wide committees and task forces.

What You'll Do

This position is hybrid, working in person on campus for at least half the work week during the fall and spring semesters while classes are in session, with more flexibility for remote work over the summer and during school breaks. There are periods of time and events in which in-person participation all week is required, especially during New Student Orientation and when University wide events occur.

The Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Specialist provides a spectrum of evidence-based education and intervention services that address alcohol and substance use in the Tufts student population. This spectrum includes population-level education, prevention programs, and environmental management designed to reduce misuse of alcohol and other drugs by Tufts students; conducting assessment, intervention, short-term treatment, and other direct service to individual students who have concerns about alcohol or other drug use; and community-building activities and group-related services to students in recovery from substance use disorders.

The AOD Specialist will be a leader on alcohol and substance issues and will work collaboratively to maintain positive relationships with students and a healthy campus culture.  The AOD Specialist will use their content expertise and relationships with students to contribute to the transformational education Tufts students get as part of their outside-the-classroom experience.

What We're Looking For

Basic Requirements:

• Knowledge and skills as typically acquired by a Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, public health, social work, or related field.
• Massachusetts Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience
• Experience working with college students
• Experience with or training in motivational interviewing, CHOICES, BASICS, SBIRT, and other techniques useful in working with college students around substance use concerns.
• Experience creating and delivering educational or prevention programming.
• Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills and interpersonal skills, including presentation and public speaking.
• Digital fluency, including expert use of common productivity software (e.g., videoconferencing, email client, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentations, online programs, etc.) and the use of social media for health
• Basic understanding of research design and program evaluation.
• Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate evidence-based health promotion strategies, programs, and services designed to educate the student population in matters related to student substance abuse
• Demonstrated ability to train professional staff and supervise students intern/peer
• Demonstrated ability to identify and make referrals to the network of campus services for students and to collaborate with institutional partners.
• Demonstrated ability to work with students with diverse backgrounds and life experiences.
• Commitment to Tufts’ values, including civic engagement, and the educational purpose of the Division of Student Affairs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of health promotion and experience with a college aged population all
• Dual licensure as a Massachusetts Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC).
• Prevention or public health expertise, such as that demonstrated through Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) and/or Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) or an advanced degree in Public Health, Social Work, psychology, or related field.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development in AOD or related
• Experience in developing and facilitating large group training events and prevention workshops/presentations, focus groups, motivational interviewing for substance abuse prevention, and experience as a BASICS
• Three years of demonstrated professional experience working in higher education and AOD prevention
• Experience with social norms and marketing
• Familiar with online alcohol education programs (e.g., AlcoholEdu, com, eCheckup to Go)
• Understanding of local resources for drug and alcohol treatment highly    

Overview

The Department of Health Promotion & Prevention (HPP) envisions a campus which understands the impact of the environment on healthy communities. HPP strives to fully support a continuum of education and prevention, early intervention, and access to services while also promoting a culture of recovery and healthy life choices for all students. HPP is responsible for providing appropriate, evidence-based prevention and health promotion programming related to substance abuse, stress management, nutrition, physical fitness, and sleep. HPP staff members serve on a variety of University-wide committees and task forces.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of health promotion and experience with a college aged population all
• Dual licensure as a Massachusetts Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC).
• Prevention or public health expertise, such as that demonstrated through Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) and/or Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) or an advanced degree in Public Health, Social Work, psychology, or related field.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development in AOD or related
• Experience in developing and facilitating large group training events and prevention workshops/presentations, focus groups, motivational interviewing for substance abuse prevention, and experience as a BASICS
• Three years of demonstrated professional experience working in higher education and AOD prevention
• Experience with social norms and marketing
• Familiar with online alcohol education programs (e.g., AlcoholEdu, com, eCheckup to Go)
• Understanding of local resources for drug and alcohol treatment highly    

The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use provides a world-first synergy of leading prevention, early intervention and treatment research and translation programs in substance use and mental disorders. The Matilda Centre brings together researchers in broad fields to share skills, integrate data, and harness new technologies to develop and trial innovative prevention, early intervention and treatment programs for substance use and mental disorders.  

The Matilda Centre is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Level A) / Research Fellow (Level B) to develop a program of prevention-focused research and dissemination.  Within this role you will work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to develop, implement and evaluate culturally inclusive school-based drug and alcohol prevention resources. You will be actively involved in consulting with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and supporting local Aboriginal facilitators to implement the wellbeing program and research. 

This position is open to qualified academic Level A and B applicants. The level at appointment will be determined on the skills and experience of the selected candidate. 

To be successful in this position you will be able to use a high degree of initiative and judgement to coordinate multiple activities and teams.  

Your key responsibilities will be to: 

• Co-ordinate consultations with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and stakeholders to gain feedback on the project aims and implementation, and interpretation of the findings. 

• Liaise and work in partnership with stakeholders, designers and web developers to refine and update the Strong and Deadly Futures school-based program. 

• Manage a cluster randomised controlled trial to evaluate the Strong and Deadly Futures program, including the recruitment of schools, data collection and management and intervention delivery. 

• Develop a program of prevention-focused research and dissemination, including preparing funding applications, conducting data analysis and preparing publications for peer-review journals and conference presentations 

The Matilda Centre provides a world-first synergy of leading prevention, early intervention and treatment research and translation programs in substance use and mental disorders. The Matilda Centre undertakes research and brings together researchers currently working across disorder silos (addiction, depression, suicide, anxiety, exercise physiology, dietetics, chronic disease) to share skills, synergise data, and harness new technologies to develop and trial innovative prevention and early intervention programs for substance use and mental disorders.

The Faculty of Medicine and Health is looking for a Research Assistant to join the Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use. The Research Assistant will work within the Prevention Team, which focuses on preventing the development of substance use and mental health problems among young people. The Research Assistant will contribute to the Positive Choices project, which aims to equip young people, their parents, and teachers with evidence-based information and response strategies to prevent drug and alcohol-related harm.

Reporting into the Postdoctoral Research Fellow, this is a fixed-term full-time position (35 hours per week) based at our Matilda Centre in Camperdown.

Some of the key responsibilities and activities will include:

• updating and maintaining online information and assisting with the development of additional prevention resources

• conducting literature reviews and scoping of existing resources

• liaising with web developers, managing enquiries, and maintaining communication with teachers, schools, and other subscribers

• assisting with the design and implementation of studies to evaluate the impact and reach of Positive Choices.

The Middle East and North Africa Harm Reduction Association (MENAHRA) calls to recruit a

Short-Term Consultant for Strengthening Virtual Platforms in CSOs in Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon

Deadline for applications: 30 June 2022

How to Apply:

If interested, please submit a CV with a cover letter to info [at] menahra [dot] org Please ensure that the subject of your email is “Virtual Engagement Consultancy”.

For further information, you may contact the MENAHRA offices at +961 1 493 211 or visit our website at www.menahra.org  

Kindly note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. 

The University of Sheffield is seeking to appoint a Research Associate to engage in world-leading research in population health modelling and data science, with a specific focus on developing a smoking cessation model for England in partnership with University College London. The role sits within the Cancer Research UK funded programme grant “Targeting multiple levels of the smoking cessation system using novel scientific approaches”.

The role involves developing a novel agent-based model (ABM) of smoking cessation behaviours and health outcomes. You will use the ontology of the social psychology COM-B (capability-opportunity-motivation-behaviour) framework to inform the conceptual and detailed design of the model. You will calibrate the model using empirical data for England and use it to analyse the effectiveness of interventions to promote smoking cessation. Following open science principles, you will develop the ABM as open-source software and produce an online tutorial to support potential users.

The role requires a keen enthusiasm to work across disciplinary boundaries in developing world-class and transformative research in the modelling of social behaviours. During the project you will be able to draw on world-leading expertise in health behaviours, epidemiology, health economics, agent-based modelling, and machine learning.

The post will be based in the Complex Optimization and Decision Making Laboratory, led by Professor Robin Purshouse, within the Department of Automatic Control and Systems Engineering (ACSE) with support from Professor Alan Brennan in the School of Health and Related Research (ScHARR). The post is integral to ACSE and ScHARR strategies to develop complex systems modelling platforms to support societal grand challenges for improving wellbeing and reducing health inequalities. The new ABM will leverage ScHARR’s existing Sheffield Tobacco Policy Model and related findings.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lecturer in Drug and Alcohol Studies to join the Contemporary Drug and Alcohol Studies (CDAS) programme within the School of Education and Social Sciences at the University of the West of Scotland. You will join a dedicated team who strive to continuously inspire our students and wider University community – and, through modern teaching and impactful research, continue to deliver innovative solutions to some of the world’s biggest challenges. 

The postholder will play a central role in delivering an excellent and research-based student experience. They will be engaged in the development of educational thinking, practice and research in the broad areas of curriculum design, learning and teaching, and assessment. They will be knowledgeable in contemporary pedagogies, particularly in relation to co-creation and active learning, and be familiar with online learning environments and the principles of digital education. They will also be able to evidence positive practice in these areas. The postholder will produce and publish excellent research outputs commensurate with the stage of career and evidence an ability to attract independent research funding to support this work.

The successful candidate should have the following:

• A completed, or close to completion, PhD in Social Sciences or relevant area is essential.
• Experience of studying, researching or working in the substance use or related field who can contribute to the CDAS teaching and research programme.
• A postgraduate qualification in the area of education/learning and teaching/ Advance Higher Education Fellowship or equivalent are highly desirable.

University of the West of Scotland – School of Health & Life Sciences

Campus – Paisley, Lanarkshire or Ayr

Due to a continued significant investment in our teaching portfolio within the School of Health & Life Sciences we are seeking applications to join the School’s Division of Adult Nursing and Healthcare as a Professor in Adult Nursing. You will join a dedicated team who strive to continuously inspire our students and wider University community – and, through modern teaching and impactful research, continue to deliver innovative solutions to some of the world’s biggest challenges.

All UWS Professors are expected to make a significant contribution to the activities of the University whether through teaching and associated educational activities, development of research initiatives and strategies and/or to management, policy development and leadership roles whether at Division, School or University levels. All professors are expected to contribute to the development and direction of the University community by providing relevant academic leadership.  Academic leadership involve providing research and/or teaching leadership in their discipline whether in their own Division, School or more widely in University wide capacity; leading research teams or by contribution to interdisciplinary research themes; educational leadership of the discipline within the School of Health & Life Sciences; and, academic leadership through knowledge transfer activities.

The successful candidate should have the following:

• PhD in relevant subject area
• An active registration with a recognised regulatory body relevant to their profession, e.g. NMC Registration Adult nursing (RN1, RNA)
• Extensive experience as a scholar/researcher, possibly with an international reputation, in adult nursing.
• Evidence of strategy/policy work, nationally and internationally.
• Evidence of external engagement which is clearly in line with the School’s priority areas for the future, or be able to demonstrate the synergies (e.g. external engagement in terms of research, or knowledge exchange, or engagement with professional bodies or other external organisations.

The post can be based at the Paisley, Lanarkshire or Ayr Campus. However you may be required to work at any UWS campus or location from time to time to meet needs of the business.

Position Overview:

The Alexandria Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) is hiring for the position of Nurse Practitioner Supervisor. This critical role provides direct clinical care to clients receiving Medication Assisted Treatment services and serves as a clinical leader on our multidisciplinary team of medical and behavioural health therapy professionals. Our nationally recognised program has been repeatedly highlighted by State and Federal agencies as a Center of Excellence; we are recruiting for a Nurse Practitioner who brings this same level of excellence and passion to our program.  Candidates must have or be able to obtain and maintain a waiver to prescribe Buprenorphine.

Examples of Duties:

• Ensures that nursing services and program operations comply with State and Federal regulations through supervision and evaluation of program nurses;
• Ensures nursing/medication administration coverage during clinic operation hours;
• Ensures nursing documentation is timely, accurate, and meets documentation standards;
• Assesses clients upon admission to obtain medical, mental health, and substance use history;
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates tests to identify and assess client’s clinical problems and health needs (e.g., TB, HIV, Hepatitis, etc.) at admission;
• Monitors medical status of clients that are pregnant, have HIV infection, and/or are medically fragile;
• Monitors drug screen and breathalyzer test results coordinating with the treatment team;
• Provides nursing/medical recommendations for the patient’s plan of care with the treatment team;
• Triages clients to be seen by the Medical Supervisor and/or refers them to the hospital or provides resources to appropriate and available medical services tracking outcomes and providing follow-up as needed;
• Monitors clients on psychotropic or other medications for side effects;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What you need to have (Minimum Qualifications):

The applicant must have a four-year college degree from an accredited school of nursing, a master’s degree in nursing (MSN) and the nurse practitioner distinction (NP). The applicant is licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) and certified as a Family or Adult Nurse Practitioner in the Commonwealth of Virginia with prescriptive authority or eligible for such licensure/certification. Has a waiver to prescribe Buprenorphine. Current AED/CPR certification with a minimum of two years’ experience practicing within specialty area or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.