DRUG PREVENTION SPECIALIST COUNTERDRUG

Counter drug is accepting applications for Drug Demand Reduction positions in northwest Indiana. See attachment for job description. POC CPT Michael Goin.michael.goin@ng.army.mil

INTRODUCTION: This position is located in the northwest Indiana area. The role of DDR personnel is to organize Indiana National Guard Counter Drug resources in support of Schools, law enforcement, EMS, coalitions, community organizations, and community based activities designed to educate, train, or otherwise prevent drug abuse among youth and further education of Indiana citizens on the dangers of illegal drug use. This includes evidenced based programs such as Stay on Track Program, Mobile Team Challenge, Checkmate Drugs, mentoring, alternative activities, drug education briefings, after-school programs and youth camps.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1) Provide information about the dangers of drugs and drug abuse; this includes providing briefings/presentations and static displays
2) Provide leadership development in support of youth camps, church retreats, Civil Air Patrol, Boy and Girl Scouts, Weed and Seed, Law Enforcement and Juvenile Enrichment Programs, and Coalition Development. 3) Train and educate schools and the public (community groups and organizations) on marijuana, meth, and other drugs. Do presentations on the increased potency of marijuana and alter the perception among youth and the public that marijuana is a benign drug.
4) Will make maximum use of informational media.
5) Continued education of self on the new drugs, uses, and impact on communities served.
6) Conduct year-long drug education programs with school personnel (guidance counselors, health and wellness teachers, and drug free coordinators); Programs include Stay on Track, Drug Presentations, Checkmate Drugs, and Mobile Team Challenge.
i. a. STAY ON TRACK – is an evidenced based 12/45 minute interactive lessons taught to middle school students, consisting of a different level to target grades 6th – 8th. The program consists of a pre and post test. The program will target national educational standards in Language Arts, Health and Life Science. A pre test will be administered prior to any lessons taught and a post test will be administered immediately after final lesson.
ii. b. Drug Presentation – this program consist of a power point presentation implemented in various locations. The presentation discusses various drugs, peer pressure, goal setting, decision-making, and life skills.
iii. Checkmate Drugs – this program consists of teaching the youths about substance abuse while instructing them how to play the game of chess.
iv. g. Mobile Team Challenge- using low ropes equipment to increase drug awareness by using scenarios that will enhance good decision making, positive peer pressure, communication skills, integrity and the importance of teamwork.
7) Work with local Law Enforcement, EMS, Fire Departments, DHS, Forestry and Environment organizations, and all local Governmental agencies to educate and train personnel on the Drug Threats.
8) Work with community leaders to help form anti-drug coalitions and assists these groups with grants, setting goals and objectives to ensure the organizations viability and to promote a drug free community.
9) Use activity based programs to promote healthy lifestyle choices through experiential learning. Use the Mobile Team Challenge course to develop leadership and team building. Also used with adults to help team cohesiveness.
10) Ensure completion and submission of all mission related paperwork per DDR SOP. (AAR’s are to be turned in with a Customer Survey within 5 working days after mission is complete)
11) Foster open lines of communication with DDR leadership, peers and community customers.
12) Continually improve verbal and written language skills by using available resources.
13) Must be a positive role model, committed to a healthy lifestyle.
14) Must be able to lead effective, stimulating scenarios and debriefs in large and small group situations (following completion of appropriate training).
15) Must be capable of working independently as well as in teams.
16) Responsible to work in physically active situations with children, teens and adults.
17) Must be available for flexible schedule, including occasional overnight and weekend sessions.
18) Must be able to travel out of State for occasional training.
19) Responsible for Internet research, public speaking and small group work.
20) Must demonstrate enthusiasm for new learning.
21) Must maintain professional military bearing and attitude.
22) Must maintain a high level of physical fitness.
23) Required to update weekly Sitrep within a timely manner for scheduling purposes