- Bachelor's degree in non-profit administration, human services, or related field; or minimum of 4 years of experience in the human services field in lieu of degree
- Ability to work equally successfully as an individual and as part of a team
- Ability to work with a diverse population and in a broad range of situations while maintaining a professional and courteous attitude
- Excellent team leadership skills such as creativity, communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
- High level of emotional intelligence
- Flexible and adaptable approach to collaboration and problem-solving
- Highly organized with a strong attention to detail
- Ability to appropriately handle confidential and sensitive information
- Service orientation and commitment to establishing and maintaining positive and healthy working relationships between staff and staff and clients
- 2 years or more of sobriety if identifying as a person with a substance use history
Harm Reduction Treatment Center Site Lead - Eugene, United States - White Bird Clinic
Description
Harm Reduction Treatment Center Site Lead
Agency Summary:
It takes a wide range of amazing people to achieve the mission of White Bird Clinic and to be successful in the work that we do. We provide compassionate, humanistic healthcare and supportive services to individuals in our community, so everyone receives the care they need.
Our priority is to serve people who are unserved, underinsured, disabled and/or homeless. Do you possess qualities and behaviors that foster collaboration, patience, empathy, and humor while utilizing stress reduction techniques for the self and others, remaining level-headed, and have a tolerance for ambiguity?
Can you approach challenging situations in a positive and creative way? If yes, please apply and tell us how
Position Summary:
White Bird Clinic is seeking a motivated, skilled individual to lead multiple peer support specialists and Traditional Health Workers at our Harm Reduction Treatment Center. As the HRTC Site Lead, you'll be on the ground floor of an innovative and critically needed initiative.
Position Responsibilities
Oversees staffing schedule, in conjunction with the Site Manager at the HRTC, understands the services offered and supports new staff in learning those services and how they relate to their roles
Provides staff with a daily plan of action for the day with the staff on schedule with clear communication
Assists in coordinating services with other agencies that we partner with in conjunction with the Site Manager
Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Has certification as a Traditional Health worker, QMHA, QMHP or other closely aligned credentials
Certification in Basic Life Support and Narcan, or can obtain within 3 months
Crisis Intervention Training
De-escalation Training
Experience working with clients who are homeless, have substance use disorders and/or mental health concerns
Experience serving LGBTQIA+ populations
A passion for social justice and diversity
Demonstrated commitment to promoting inclusivity and safety among people on the margins of society
Experience in reporting and maintaining compliance of healthcare programs
Equal Employment Opportunity
White Bird Clinic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. White Bird Clinic hires and promotes people based on their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. White Bird Clinic will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs if they don't meet every one of the qualifications listed. We are interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you meet key qualifications for the job, and believe you would be the best fit, we encourage you to apply. Please use your cover letter to explain how you will accomplish parts of the job for which you have less experience.
Compensation Details:
This is an non-exempt position with target starting base compensation ranging between $22-$23 per hour paid on a bi-weekly basis.
In addition, this position qualifies for a competitive health and welfare package and generous paid time off opportunities.