- Operates as part of a team facilitating harm reduction interventions.
- Provides one-on-one support to participants.
- Engages in outreach activities with target population to build trust and provide support.
- Provides harm reduction services and supplies, such as Narcan, wound-care kits, and safer-use supplies.
- Facilitates crisis referrals.
- Facilitates referrals to treatment and connects participants to community resources.
- Collects and maintains data.
- Facilitates new client intake processes.
- Prepares reports.
- Facilitates referrals to STI testing and treatment.
- Provides rapid-testing for HIV at HEAL locations and outside events.
- Reports incidents of neglect and abuse and assists with the client grievance process.
- Works with supervisor to assure continuous program quality and compliance with related licensing and regulatory agencies.
- Participates in community and stakeholder advisory board activities to improve service quality.
- Provides education and training on bloodborne pathogens, Narcan, sharps handling, and harm reduction strategies.
- Fosters and maintains relationships with community partner agencies and organizations.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Demonstrated commitment to and appreciation for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA).
- 1+ year experience as a harm reduction coordinator preferred.
- Familiarity with community resources.
- Knowledge of the service and care needs of people in active use experiencing houselessness.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Microsoft Office Suite, proficiency with Word, Outlook; basic Excel skills.
- Lived experience is valued and populations that have faced historic barriers to employment are encouraged to apply.
- Must be available to work Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday and other weekend/nights events.
- Occasional prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Prolonged periods of walking
- Prolonged periods of driving
- Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
- COVID-19 vaccination required.
- Valid state of Maine driver license.
- Access to reliable transportation and the ability to travel between Bangor, other offices, and partner and training locations.
- 100% covered employee medical, dental, and vision insurance plan
- 12 paid holidays
- Generous earned time and paid leave
- Retirement plans
- Professional development opportunities
- An exciting and energized work environment on the frontlines of combating stigma and realizing health justice
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Description
ABOUT HEALTH EQUITY ALLIANCE:
Health Equity Alliance is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that provides HIV+ care, sexual health and wellness services, homeless and harm reduction services with offices in Bangor, Ellsworth, Machias, and Presque Isle. HEAL is committed to promoting health equity, inclusivity, and accessibility to necessary, quality healthcare services. Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of underserved communities, particularly those most severely impacted by health disparities. HEAL works to ensure that all members of our community have equitable access to the resources, information, and care they need to live healthy lives.
JOB SUMMARY
The Harm Reduction Coordinator is a proficient multi-culturally skilled and experienced harm reductionist specialist applying active listening and motivational interviewing skills to foster self-directed healthy outcomes. The Harm Reduction Coordinator will play a crucial role in developing, implementing, and overseeing harm reduction programs and initiatives aimed at reducing harm associated with substance use. This position involves working closely with diverse populations and community organizations to create a safer and healthier environment for all individuals affected by substance use.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
HEAL offers a competitive compensation package, including a 4-day workweek with full benefits.
