Harm Reduction Specialist

About the role

The Harm Reduction Specialist provides harm reduction education and outreach, including naloxone distribution, HIV and Hepatitis C prevention, and safer sex practices, to consumers in the Syringe Exchange Program.

Responsibilities

• Processes incoming referrals and schedules intake visits.
• Completes intake assessments for CRSEP program, including basic demographic information.
• Maintains and orders supplies as needed and disposes of biohazard waste according to established procedures.
• Collaborates with Program Clinical Supervisor or Manager to provide outreach and education regarding naloxone distribution, HIV and Hepatitis C prevention and safer sex practices to consumers.
• Provides HIV and Hepatitis C screenings as appropriate, makes referrals for follow-up as needed, and maintains records of results.
• Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing, establishes positive public relations, and interacts effectively with a diverse array of professionals and consumers.
• Coordinates syringe exchanges, including updating drop-box codes as needed.
• Required to travel in own vehicle throughout the state for agency-related business.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent plus at least 1 year of related knowledge and experience in working with individuals presenting with substance use, harm reduction, and/or behavioral health disorders is required.
• Maintain a current driver's license and have a clean driving record.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent plus at least 1 year of related knowledge and experience in working with individuals presenting with substance use, harm reduction, and/or behavioral health disorders is required.
• Maintain a current driver's license and have a clean driving record.

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse array of professionals and consumers.
• Knowledge of harm reduction practices.
• Basic computer skills.

Benefits

• Competitive Benefits Package including Health/Dental/Vision /Pet Insurance, Employer Paid Life Insurance and Short/Long Term Disability, Retirement Account with Matching Contribution (after one year of service), Scholarships to ME Community Colleges, Tuition Reimbursement, and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program eligibility.

Pay

• Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

• Details about schedule are not specified in the job posting.