UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO DENVER Job Description Health Educator/Professional Research Assistant Screening, Brief Intervention, Referral and Treatment

(SBIRT) Program Department of Medicine/Division of Infectious Diseases Position Number: 816991 Primary Responsibilities Conduct prescreen of individuals in the Infectious Disease Group Practice (IDGP) Clinic for alcohol and other drug use. Administer further screening using the Alcohol, Smoking and Substance Involvement Screening Test (ASSIST) tool for those with a positive prescreen. Provide education and brief intervention to individuals with identified need using motivational interviewing techniques. Make appropriate treatment referrals for individuals with more serious alcohol and/or drug problems. Collect and enter data in project database. Complete quarterly narrative reports on program progress. Liaise with program manager and mental health team around program implementation. Additional Job Responsibilities Participate in training as it relates to program. Participate in regular meetings with mental health team in the IDGP. Other duties as identified by program manager. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Comfortable working in an HIV care medical setting. Ability to work independently and as part of team. Knowledge of substance use disorders. Excellent assessment skills. Flexibility, multi-tasking. Sensitive to issues of diversity. Qualifications Bachelors degree in social work or other health-related field. Prefer one year counseling experience. Salary Range Salary is commensurate with skills and experience, but is expected to be from $35,000 - $40,000 per year. Comprehensive benefits include health and dental insurance, paid sick/vacation days, and 401(k) plan. Information on university benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at http://www.cu.edu/pbs. Application Process This position is available immediately; please apply by May 31, 2012. Applications will only be accepted electronically at www.jobsatcu.com, job posting number 816991. Applicants must submit the following items: cover letter detailing why their skills and experience meet the minimum and preferred qualifications of the position; current CV/resume that includes dates of employment; and names, addresses, daytime telephone numbers and e-mail addresses for three professional references. Questions Contact Lisa Lawrence at lisa.lawrence@ucdenver.edu or 303-724-0646. 1

Please be advised that the university does check references as part of the employment process and selection committee members may choose to contact work references during the search process other than those listed on your application. The University of Colorado Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees prior to their employment. The University of Colorado strongly supports the principle of diversity. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The Immigration Reform and Control Act require that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.