Harm Reduction Worker/specialist - Newark, United States - NJCRI

Description

NORTH JERSEY COMMUNITY RESEARCH INITIATIVE

Job Title:
LGBTQ Harm Reduction Worker/Specialist

Reports to:
Manager of PRIDE Center

Shift:
Monday to Friday 10am to 6pm


RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement Interventions Delivered to Individuals (IDI), as described by the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services (NJDOHSS), Division of HIV/AIDS Services (DOH).
• Enter IDI sessions into the NJCRI's designated electronic health records.
• Conduct Effective Behavioral Intervention (CLEAR) to increase condom usage among the target population who visits the Pride Center
• Maintain attendance sheets and group notes for every group and client session conducted.
• Conduct substance use disorder and mental health screenings; intake and make referrals to appropriate service providers and track linkages.
• Assist in managing the daily operations of the PRIDE drop in center.
• Assure that client services are provided in a safe orderly manner.
• Maintain records including daily log of participation and supply inventory.
• Provide referrals when requested to other services such as mental health, substance use disorder treatment housing etc
• Identify and refer clients in need to affordable and safe housing opportunities.
• Prepare monthly reports to be submitted to Program Manager
• Interact with other service providers to enhance coordination of services and referrals to various programs.
• Assist in evaluation and improvement of program services.
• Participate in staff meetings with the Manager of the program along with community meetings.
• Foster and preserve a strong team spirit among program staff and volunteers.
• Enhance one's professional abilities via continuing education.
• Duties may change based on the needs of the organization.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
1.

(Minimum high school diploma required, associate degree preferred) at least 2 years' experience providing health education and harm reduction-related services in a community-based setting.

A minimum 1 year experience working with persons with substance use disorder and mental health problem.

• Familiarity with High Impact Prevention and other LGBTQ health care service provision.
• Should be well organized, self-motivated, and committed to working in a diverse LGBTQ environment
• Must be familiar with and believe in a harm reduction philosophy
• Must be a leader, team player and able to work effectively with a large variety of personalities and abilities
• Ability to communicate and present to the public effectively both verbally and in writing

Please note*NJCRI is a multi-service community agency which provides many facets of services from Infectious Disease Specialist, Primary Medical Care, Transgender Medical Care, Hormone Therapy, Behavioral Health Services, Substance Use Services, Case Management, LGBTQ Services, PrEP Services, Food Pantry, Clinical Research and Trails, Homeless Drop-In, Community Outreach, Syringe Exchange, etc.).

We are proactive in ensuring we put in safety measures to assure our agency is safe for our staff and patients especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Because we specialize in Infectious Diseases, you may be called upon by the agency to assist with COVID 19 prevention-related task.

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Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only fulltime employees eligible

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Virtual meetings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Work Remotely

• No

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -
• more reliable than spontaneous
• Peopleoriented enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
• Adaptable/flexible enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k)

matching

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

Social Work: 1 year (preferred)


License/Certification:

• Driver's License (preferred)

Work Location:
In person