Community Liaison – Harm Reduction and Rescue Specialist

Valle del Sol; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Life Insurance

Paid Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Referral program

Job summary

Valle del Sol is seeking a Community Liaison – Harm Reduction and Rescue Specialist to deliver trauma-informed outreach and crisis support to individuals affected by substance use disorders. The role connects clients to treatment options, recovery services, and social supports while engaging with community partners to promote AHCCCS-aligned, culturally responsive care.

The position emphasizes education on harm reduction, overdose prevention, and naloxone distribution.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Preferred: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health, public health, social services, or related field.
• Experience: Experience with vulnerable/underserved populations or relevant education/training in behavioral health or community outreach.
• Experience: Community-based support, outreach, peer support, case management, or crisis support.
• Preferred: experience in harm reduction, overdose prevention, MAT familiarity, or recovery support programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide community-based outreach and crisis support.
• Navigate and connect individuals to treatment, recovery services, and social supports.
• Deliver overdose prevention education and naloxone distribution when appropriate.
• Engage with community partners such as shelters, hospitals, and first responders.

Skills

Community outreach

Crisis response

Case management

Peer support

Trauma-informed approach

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health, public health, social services, or related field

Job description

Community Liaison – Harm Reduction and Rescue Specialist

About this position

Join Valle del Sol in our commitment to providing quality, culturally sensitive integrated primary care and behavioral health services to adults, children, and adolescents in need. Valle del Sol offers a diverse work environment, competitive pay and benefits, and the opportunity for training and advancement.

Job Description:

The grant-funded Community Liaison – Harm Reduction and Rescue Specialist provides community-based outreach, overdose prevention education, crisis response support, and resource navigation services to individuals impacted by substance use disorders. This role builds relationships with community partners and connects individuals to treatment, recovery services, and social supports. Services are delivered using trauma-informed, recovery-oriented approaches and in alignment with Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) standards and Valle del Sol’s mission to provide culturally responsive care.

Job Qualifications:

Education

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health, public health, social services, or related field

Experience

Required:

• Experience working with vulnerable or underserved populations such as individuals experiencing substance use disorders, behavioral health challenges, homelessness, or other complex social needs OR relevant education/training in behavioral health, public health, social services, or community outreach.
• Experience providing community-based support, outreach, peer support, case management, crisis support, or similar services OR demonstrated ability to engage individuals in community settings.

Preferred:

• Experience providing harm reduction services, overdose prevention education, or naloxone distribution.
• Experience working in substance use disorder (SUD) treatment, behavioral health services, or recovery support programs.
• Familiarity with Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), Opioid Treatment Programs (OTP), and recovery support services.
• Knowledge of Arizona behavioral health systems, AHCCCS requirements, and community resource networks.
• Experience collaborating with community partners such as shelters, hospitals, first responders, or social service providers.
• Experience working in grant-funded programs or public health initiatives related to overdose prevention or substance use services.

Licensure/Certification

Required:

• CPR/First Aid certification and naloxone administration training (or ability to obtain upon hire)
• Valid Arizona driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Arizona Level I Fingerprint Clearance Card

Preferred:

• Peer/Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS)
• Community Health Worker (CHW)
• Other relevant behavioral health or outreach credential

Other Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be able to pass pre- and continued employment screenings successfully.
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Disability Insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Referral program

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Valle del Sol is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position or to participate in the interview process, please contact us at [e-mail].