Harm Reduction Outreach Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Are you Ready to Launch Your Career? ????

Join us in our mission as a Harm Reduction Outreach Specialist n at Catholic Charities of Care Coordination Services.

Imagine yourself as part of an organization with a profound commitment to making a positive impact. When you choose Catholic Charities, you step into a world of endless opportunities, where your efforts collectively contribute to a brighter community. We consider it a privilege to make a meaningful difference, and we love what we do.

As the Harm Reduction Outreach Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in individuals' lives, making a significant impact through:

• Conduct initial screening and/or intake activities for referred participants in need of harm reduction case management to evaluate participant needs
• Opioid Overdose Prevention Training
• Explain process and limitations of spectroscopy
• Utilize the spectrometer to analyze samples for clients receiving services at the main office
• Work with agency leadership to develop data tracking tools in accordance with agency and Department of Health guidelines
• Conduct syringe exchange to eligible participants as part of mobile outreach team

Harm Reduction Outreach Specialist Minimum Salary: $42,000

Harm Reduction Outreach Specialist Maximum Salary: $42,000

Harm Reduction Outreach Specialist Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 - 4:30

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma and 2 years of outreach/case manager/casework experience
• Associate's Degree in Health, Education, or Human Services preferred
• Valid NYS Driver's License, Registration, and Insurance required
• Personal cell phone required

We value work-life balance and offer some stellar benefits:

• For benefit-eligible positions:
  • Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  • Retirement planning options
  • Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day)
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• A collaborative work environment
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.)
• Exciting referral bonuses
• Ongoing training and development
• Recognition and Awards
• Career Growth
• A collaborative team culture

Catholic Charities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a workplace where every individual can shine their brightest.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law:

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)