Substance Use Program Coordinator

Substance Use Program Coordinator

Full-time Regular Direct Service Anna, IL, US

8 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $52,324.00 To $72,179.00 Annually

About us:

When you join the Arrowleaf team, you are committing to a meaningful career where your work will make a difference for your neighbors throughout Southern Illinois and strengthen our region as a whole. You’ll have a chance to build well‑being not just for the people you work with, but for yourself as well, as you gain life‑changing experiences, enjoy highly competitive benefits, and experience unmatched opportunities for advancement.

Mission: Arrowleaf’s mission is to help all Southern Illinoisans reach their full potential. We provide resources and opportunities that support individuals of all ages so they can thrive, make our communities more vibrant, and build economic prosperity that benefits everyone.

Vision: We envision a Southern Illinois where all individuals are contributing to a community that is safe and vibrant for everyone.

Home Office:
Union County Office (UCO)

Area of Focus:
Behavioral Health

Program(s):
Substance Use Prevention and Recovery (SUPR) provides those impacted by substance misuse and their families with intervention, recovery support, and treatment services that focus on the unique needs of the individual and the community.;
Supplies, Access, Facilitation, and Education program (SAFE) is a harm reduction initiative operating under the Substance Use program (SUPR) and within the broader Behavioral Health framework. It is designed to support vulnerable individuals in the service area by reducing the negative consequences of substance use through trauma‑informed, person‑centered, and culturally responsive outreach.;
Strategic Prevention Framework – Partnerships for Success (SPF-PFS) :
The SPF program focuses on preventing and reducing substance use among pregnant individuals, emerging adults, and families involved in child‑welfare by strengthening community capacity, promoting evidence‑based prevention strategies, and addressing risk factors related to substance misuse. The program emphasizes data‑driven planning, community partnerships, substance use education, and the development of sustainable prevention systems across the region. Building Recovery through Integrated, Digital, and Geographic Equity (BRIDGE) provides telehealth‑based substance use prevention, treatment, harm reduction, recovery support, and peer services to improve access for individuals in rural communities.

Supervises: Peer Recovery Support Specialists (SAFE, SPF, SUPR)

Hours of Work:
Full-time 40 hours per week. After hours on‑call rotation required.

FLSA Classification: Non‑Exempt

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or a closely related field required. Qualifies as a Mental Health Professional (MHP). Three (3) years of experience in prevention or community‑based programming preferred. Experience coordinating grant‑funded projects, coalitions, or multi‑sector initiatives preferred.

Skills & Knowledge: Employee must demonstrate strong knowledge of substance use prevention and early intervention frameworks, including SAMHSA’s Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) and the Institute of Medicine’s prevention model. They should possess a solid understanding of evidence‑based screening tools such as SBIRT, CRAFFT, SURP‑P, and ACEs/BCEs, as well as strategies that enhance family resilience and reduce stigma around substance use. The ideal candidate will have experience coordinating multi‑sector collaborations and facilitating coalitions that engage schools, healthcare providers, child welfare agencies, and community organizations in prevention initiatives.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required for effective stakeholder engagement, community outreach, and written documentation. The Program Manager should also bring a commitment to trauma‑informed, culturally responsive, and recovery‑oriented practices, along with the ability to foster teamwork, inclusion, and community engagement.

Special Requirements: Must be 21 years of age; maintains a valid driver’s license and vehicle liability insurance; maintain First Aid &…