Job Description:

Department: Mental Health Law & Policy / 0-5820-002

College/Division: College of Behavioral & Community Sciences

Salary Plan: Temporary

Hourly Rate: $21.55- $25.00 (5 hours per week)

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is a part of a National Institute of Health (NIH) R01 funded randomized control trial and will be responsible for conducting online group sessions for people living with HIV. Each group will consist of 8-10 participants, whom will remain together through the duration of the program. Group classes held on specific days and times. A group facilitation manual will be provided to ensure uniformity of program delivery amongst the different group classes. Remote work location.

DUTIES:

• Plan and facilitate multiple online group classes using a group facilitation manual.
• Create a warm, safe environment for participants to engage on various health topics as it pertains to HIV, sexual risk behavior or smoking cessation, and/or other related topics.
• Participate in supervision sessions regarding group facilitation.
• Keep participants involved through the course of the program.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education & Experience):

Minimum Qualifications:

• This position requires a Bachelor's degree in a field directly related to the program responsibilities and two years of professional experience; or Master's degree in an area of specialization appropriate for the program.

FLSB1310 Equivalency:

4 years of directly relevant experience may be substituted for bachelor's degree.

6 years of directly relevant experience may be substituted for master's degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist.
• Experience working on HIV-related topics
• Experience educating others on all aspects of HIV

Special Skills/Trainings/Other:

• Flexible availability.
• Good oral and written communication.
• Good time management.
• Comfortable using computers, smartphone, tablet devices, and video chat technology.
• Comfortable talking about HIV
• Comfortable talking about own experiences.
• Smoked cigarettes previously and have successfully quit.

The incumbent must have a valid driver's license.

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Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check.

This postion is subject to Foreign Influence Screening. During the 2021 Florida legislative session, House Bill 7017 ("HB 7017") was passed and later signed into law by Governor DeSantis. The new law modifies a variety of Florida Statutes to address concerns regarding improper foreign influence. With regard to employment at major research institutions like USF, the new law requires thorough scrutiny of certain applicants for positions involving research.

Job Opening Number: 38130

Posting Date: 11/01/2024

Posting End Date: 01/08/2025

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