Harm Reduction Coordinator - Chicago, United States - Healthcare Alternative Systems, Inc (H.A.S)

Healthcare Alternative Systems, Inc (H.A.S)

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Chicago, United States

1 week ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Harm Reduction Coordinator
2755 W Armitage Ave

Chicago, IL 60647

Full-Time

Healthcare Alternative Systems, Inc. (H.A.S.) is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization providing behavioral health services to Chicago and the surrounding communities. We offer a continuum of programs addressing substance abuse, mental health, adolescent issues, family relationships, and more. Every year, H.A.S. serves over six thousand individuals.

Benefits:

Competitive hourly salary
Health insurance (PPO, HMO)
Paid time off
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible spending account (FSA) / Health savings account (HSA)
Life insurance
CEU eligible onsite trainings
Supervision

- $200 Professional Development

Harm Reduction Coordinator Essential Functions:

Under the supervision of the Harm Reduction Manager, the incumbent is responsible for the planning, coordinating, and implementation of Harm Reduction services.

These services include the following:

successful engagement of individuals with opioid use disorder (OUD) through linkage to prevention, treatment, and harm reduction services at HAS and in the community; developing/strengthening partnerships with harm reduction community stakeholders and treatment providers; connecting individuals to appropriate services and treatment; and providing case management services to individuals with OUD.

Harm Reduction Coordinator Responsibilities:

Provide education and support for individuals with OUD with regards to health promotion, community resources/referrals, etc.
Maintain working relationships with community partner agencies offering various harm reduction services to individuals with OUD.
Develop partnership opportunities with agencies and other sources to promote the health of individuals affected by OUD.
Actively participate in relevant networks/coalitions serving clients affected by OUD.
Develop and deliver prevention education workshops to target populations and service agencies about OUD, harm reduction, HAS programs/services, and safer substance use practices.
Develop and deliver training and workshops to meet the needs of those at risk for and those who have an OUD.
Deliver harm reduction information, referral services, and direct outreach services in a variety of venues frequented by individuals who have an OUD or at risk of developing an OUD. Provide information regarding support services available.
Work with target population to help them cope more effectively with issues and concerns related to their substance use.
Liaise with appropriate community resources on behalf of clients.
Coordinate information resources on harm reduction and care options for clients with OUD.
Perform other duties as requested.

Harm Reduction Coordinator Qualifications:

Ability to transfer knowledge and skills in areas such as, but not limited to: engagement, developing a therapeutic alliance, harm reduction, motivational interviewing, traumainformed services, cultural competence, conflict mediation, etc.;
Commitment and ability to communicate and engage staff on implementation of harm reduction values and practice approach.
Ability to effectively create and deliver training and technical assistance using a variety of instructional techniques such as didactic lecture, role playing, experiential learning, team exercises, group discussions, multimedia, etc.;
Bilingual/Bicultural (English/Spanish) required.
Flexible to adapt to schedules of work load to the needs and demands of the program.
Possession of a valid Illinois driver's license and willingness to use personal vehicle in course of employment.
Ability to travel to various agency locations throughout the Chicagoland area
H.A.S. requires all staff to work on site.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED) is required. Bachelor's degree, from a regionally accredited educational institution which has U.S. Department of Education approval, is preferred.
Minimum 2 years' experience working within a harm reduction approach (personal experience participating in harm reduction services may substitute for up to 1 year of work experience).

**EOE