Instructor - Tarzana Treatment Center
Tarzana, CA 91356
About the Job
Position Title: Instructor
Department: PDD
Reports To: Program Supervisor
POSITION SUMMARY
Seeking an Instructor to join our Substance Abuse Prevention and Control (SAPC) Overdose and Harm Reduction Technical Assistance (ODHRTA) program. This program is funded by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health and aims to increase the capacity of local substance use disorder (SUD) treatment providers in the areas of naloxone training and distribution and other harm reduction resources.
This position is responsible for developing and implementing approved training curricula. This position requires local travel, setting/adhering to own schedule, and independent decision-making. Provides instruction through educational sessions and group presentations. to increase awareness and utilization of health services for the community.
SALARY RANGE
$27.50 - $43.50 per hour DOE
HOURS
8 hrs. per day / 5 days per week
CATEGORIES OF DUTIES
1. Teach assigned courses in accordance with the course syllabi and a schedule of classes offered at any approved TTCC instructional site.
2. Implement and/or assist in the development of instructional materials, including lesson plans, written course assignments, quizzes and exams related to the assigned course.
3. Review and grade assignments associated with assigned course.
4. Provide feedback and assist in ensuring that course curriculum and materials of TTCC are current and maintained up to date.
5. Advise and coach students to ensure the successful completion of their course work and overall program requirements.
6. Post and hold office hours in a physical and electronic format (to include virtual office hours) as appropriate.
7. Record student attendance and grades.
8. As appropriate, participate in TTCC assessments, surveys and planning efforts.
9. As appropriate, assist with student outreach, engagement and recruitment.
10.As assigned, participate in TTCC seminars and other Instructor development activities.
11.Other duties as assigned by Chief Academic Officer and/or TTCC Vice President & COO.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Minimum Master’s in Education or Health-related field; Teaching experience in addiction studies and/or public health including use of Power-Point for online presentations and use of a Learning Management System such as Moodle/Canvas; Experience teaching specific courses related to Substance Use Disorder, Domestic Violence, Trauma- Informed Care, Evidence Based Practices (EBP); Criminal Justice; Case Management and Counseling services preferred.
SETTING
Tarzana Treatment Centers, Inc. (TTC) is a non-profit corporation, which provides behavioral healthcare services, including substance use disorder (SUD) treatment.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Tarzana Treatment Centers, Inc. does not discriminate as to race, nationality, religion, gender, sexual orientation and disability in its hiring practices.
ADA REQUIREMENT Tarzana Treatment Centers, Inc. supports the American with Disabilities Act. Discrimination is prohibited in all aspects of employment against disabled persons, who, with reasonable accommodations, can perform the essential functions of a job