Bilingual Harm Reduction Trainer for Prevention Outreach

Odyssey House Louisiana; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance (health, dental, vision,life

Long-term and short-term disability

Job summary

Odyssey House Louisiana is seeking a full-time Harm Reduction Trainer for the Prevention Program in Louisiana. The role delivers harm reduction/overdose prevention training to community partners in New Orleans, Lake Charles and Bayou Vista, conducts street outreach, and refers clients to services as needed.

You will work with the Prevention Program Manager to represent OHL at outreach events, maintain data, and support program goals while upholding high ethical standards and client care.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or equivalent is required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• One year experience providing health education to diverse populations.
• Familiarity with the community served by the Agency.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Deliver naloxone trainings to community-based organizations and at events.
• Inform community members on naloxone use and access via outreach events.
• Conduct street outreach and trainings at OHL and partner sites.
• Enter and manage data as directed by Program Manager.
• Work with harm reduction lead trainer and maintain documentation.
• Assist with administrative tasks and training preparation/facilitation.
• Refer individuals to OHL for primary medical care and treatment services.
• Refer individuals to the resource guide as needed.
• Support special projects and ensure timely completion of duties.
• Promote ethical practices and a positive environment for staff and clients.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Bilingual English/Vietnamese

Excellent communication

MS Office Suite

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Odyssey House Louisiana is seeking a full-time Harm Reduction Trainer for the Prevention Program in Louisiana. The role delivers harm reduction/overdose prevention training to community partners in New Orleans, Lake Charles and Bayou Vista, conducts street outreach, and refers clients to services as needed.

You will work with the Prevention Program Manager to represent OHL at outreach events, maintain data, and support program goals while upholding high ethical standards and client care.