Health Educator, Opioid Overdose Prevention Program- P/T
About the role
CAMBA’s Opioid Overdose Prevention Program seeks to expand access to naloxone, a life-saving medication that reverses opioid-related overdoses in Crown Heights, Bed-Stuy, East New York, and Bushwick, communities with high rates of opioid overdoses. The program provides education and dispenses naloxone to those at risk of an opioid overdose (including people who both use opioid and non-opioid drugs that could be mixed with fentanyl) and to their families, friends, and loved ones.
Responsibilities
- Complete NYC DOHMH Training of Dispensers (TOD).
- Conduct outreach activities at areas where drug users congregate.
- Educate community members on the use of naloxone in reversing an opioid overdose.
- Dispense naloxone kits to substance users and their families, friends, and loved ones.
- Create and maintain documentation of all activities.
- May prepare marketing materials for program.
- Maintain professional relationships with clients and client confidentiality.
- Practice Universal Precautions/Standard Protocol and Procedures.
- Comply with any and all Federal, State, City and CAMBA security and privacy policies.
Requirements
- Sufficient education and technical expertise to comprehend written and oral instructions (work orders); basic math to accomplish maintenance tasks; and to document accomplished tasks.
- One (1) year of relevant experience, preferably in a mid-sized (250+ employees) organization.
- Good written & verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Experience with community outreach and engagement.
- Experience working in diverse settings.
Qualifications
Not specified.
Skills
Not specified.
Benefits
CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.
Pay
Not specified.
Schedule
Part-time (20 hours).