University Chapter Director - New York, NY

Overview

The J Healthcare Initiative, a non-profit organization, is actively seeking passionate, committed, and driven students for its College Chapter program. As a volunteer, you will have a unique opportunity to support the organization's mission to stop the toxic drug crisis through community-based overdose prevention initiatives, community building, and evidence-based policy work. We know everyone's story is different, so we proudly support each person's individual health decisions and goals.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate events to educate the campus community about the ongoing overdose crisis
• Advocate for full spectrum harm-reduction and promote the J healthcare Initiative at your institution
• Organize fundraising events to raise critical funds and awareness for the overdose crisis and individualized treatment options
• Facilitate educational workshops to raise awareness about the benefits of legal-prescription access to regulated opioids and stimulants
• Advocate for full-spectrum harm reduction and promote the J Healthcare Initiative's mission at your institution
• Organize events to raise critical funds and awareness for expanded access to safe, regulated drugs and individualized treatment options

Requirements

• Enrolled in a college or university
• Passionate about evidence-based drug policy reform
• Capable of maintaining confidentiality and professionalism
• Ready to serve one academic year at a minimum (encouraged to serve longer)

Benefits

• An official letter of recommendation after one year of service, certifying your skills, contributions, and commitment
• Opportunities to build networks with healthcare professionals, drug policy experts, and harm reduction advocates, providing invaluable exposure and connections
• Gain hands-on experience in advocacy, public health, event management, and community service related to drug policy reform

Diversity and Inclusion

The J Healthcare Initiative is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for volunteer positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.