Outreach Coordinator - Prevention

Responsibilities

• conduct rapid response daily street outreach using EMS alert system and ODMAP;
• corresponds with EMS on overdose hotspots around the city;
• serve as a representative disseminating information related to OHL's various programming;
• link community members to OHL treatment programs
• maintain updated work calendar, outreach calendar;
• maintain comprehensive documentation and data entry of all outreach activities;
• receive phone calls on outreach phone and document linkage to OHL services;
• present potential partnerships to Project Manager for approval;
• conduct regular research relevant to the Program grant goals;
• responsible for administrative tasks as directed by Program Manager;
• refer individuals to the OHL CHC for primary medical care and treatment services;
• refer individuals to the resource guide as needed;
• assist with special projects as directed by the Program Manager;
• organize workload to complete responsibilities in an appropriate and timely manner;
• adhere to ethical practices by striving to perform in a manner that conforms to the highest standards of ethical behavior, integrity and honesty;
• take initiative and responsibility for decisions as an individual;
• exhibit commitment to personal and agency-wide goals;
• participate in the ongoing development of competencies, technology, and the resources needed to achieve high standards of efficiency and effectiveness;
• place clients and community member's needs first, following care management and service delivery protocols;
• strive to lead through vision, technology, innovation, and customer service; and to make a difference in the lives of the Agency's employees, patients, and the community;
• encourage a positive environment and experience for co-workers and clients;
• treat employees, patients, and business partners with respect;
• embrace diversity and demonstrate teamwork;
• promote a safe and efficient working environment by adhering to Agency and Program policies and procedures;
• exhibit commitment to the Agency's mission, vision, and values;
• attend and participate in management, staff meetings, and vendor service meetings as requested;
• adhere to all Federal Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act regulations by protecting the privacy and security of all patient/client health information;

Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent communication interpersonal skills
• One year experience providing health education to various populations
• Familiarity with the community served by the Agency
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Must be mobile
• Associate Degree or better
• Skilled and experienced in delivery of health education topics to diverse populations
• Knowledge of various healthcare issues affecting the community served by the Agency
• Bilingual: English/Spanish, English/Vietnamese
• Certified Medicaid enrollment preparer
• Allscripts EHR experience
• HCT certified

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package includes insurance (health, dental, vision, life, long-term and short-term disability), leave benefits and 401k match.