Assistant Director of Peer Programs

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent.* 3 - 5 years of relevant experience.* Master's degree.* 4 - 6 years of relevant experience.* Commitment to equity, inclusion, social justice, and cultural competence and the ability to work in a multicultural environment.* Have background and experience in health education and promotion, and health education strategies.* Excellent public speaking skills and demonstrated skills in a variety of educational methods including presentations, workshops, trainings, individual behavior change sessions, and small group discussion/facilitation.* Ability to quickly form positive working relationships across function areas and maintain communication with those areas.* Quantitative and qualitative research skills (e.g., research design, survey development, environmental assessment, focus group design and facilitation, data analysis and interpretation, etc.).* Knowledge of and experience with motivational interviewing.* Have experience with direct service and student support, especially in the areas of victim advocacy. Knowledge of substance use interventions is a plus.* Knowledge of recovery programs and local organizations to help support on-campus programs.* Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, manage time efficiently, and prioritize tasks.* Flexibility to work in structured and unstructured learning environments and to interact as a team member with professional and administrative staff member.* Sensitivity to the confidential nature of health-related information.* Familiarity with social media, marketing, and health communications strategies.* Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.* Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.* Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.* American University is an

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