Outreach Specialist (Part-Time)

OTHRPart-time

Adhere to identified Street Outreach Safety Protocols in conducting street outreach activities.
Organize and conduct community health fairs and facilitate educational workshops and presentations throughout the community.
Interview individuals and document demographic, substance use, and health information as required by program protocols.
Link individuals to substance treatment and primary health care.
Follow up with participants who have been screened and are in need of linkage to primary or specialized health care or substance use treatment services.
Make and track referrals for identified program participants within the PHMC Client Registry System.
Travel throughout the city of Philadelphia.
Meet or exceed specified outreach productivity targets as specified by program funders and/or PHMC program managers.
Document all required program and participant demographic information into the PHMC Client Registry System within 72 hours of outreach or contact.
May be required to work some evenings and/or weekends to support program activities.

A high school diploma or GED is required.
Prior experience in public health or social service-related work is preferred.
Experience working with diverse populations, low-income individuals, and individuals from different religious backgrounds is preferred.
Preferred: An associate degree.
Preferred: Bilingual skills.

Strong community outreach skills.
Ability to collaborate in a team environment.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate with programs within and outside of the PHMC network.
Demonstrated ability to work with substance-involved individuals.
Knowledge of substance use and abuse.
Knowledge of viral Hepatitis and HIV/AIDS.
Knowledge of public health, social services, resources, and agencies in the community.
Knowledge of Hepatitis education, screening, and group facilitation.
Familiarity with the project’s target area and population.

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