Harm Reduction Coord. Lead

Healthcare-Alternative-Systems,-Inc; Chicago (IL); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Generous Paid Time Off

13 Paid Holidays

Comprehensive Health Insurance – HMO/P

Dental & Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Retirement Plan – 403(b)

Life & Disability Insurance

Education & Training Support

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Résumé du poste

Healthcare Alternative Systems (HAS) in Chicago, IL seeks a Harm Reduction Coordinator – Lead to plan, coordinate, and implement harm reduction services across HAS locations. You will engage individuals with opioid use disorder, build partnerships, and coordinate Narcan distribution and syringe exchange referrals.

The role includes data reporting, staff supervision, and outreach to community resources, with emphasis on education and program development in a multicultural setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field required.
• At least two years of counseling experience in substance abuse/mental health.
• Bilingual/Bicultural (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Knowledge of MS Office applications.
• Valid State Driver's License and ability to use personal vehicle.

Responsabilités

• Plan, coordinate, and implement Harm Reduction services at HAS.
• Engage individuals with OUD and link to prevention, treatment, and harm reduction services.
• Develop partnerships with harm reduction stakeholders and treatment providers.
• Coordinate Narcan/Naloxone distribution and syringe exchange referrals.
• Track and report HRC outcomes data to supervisor/funder(s).
• Provide education on harm reduction to HAS participants, staff, and partners.
• Liaise with community resources and networks to support OUD clients.
• Supervise Harm Reduction staff and promote team cohesion.

Connaissances

Bilingual English/Spanish

MS Office proficiency

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Outils

MS Office

Description du poste

MISSION/VISIONHealthcare Alternative Systems (HAS) provides a continuum of multicultural and bilingual (English/Spanish) behavioral care and social services that empower individuals, families, and communities. HAS seeks to implement sustainable programs that benefit society by improving the well-being and recovery efforts of those individuals, families, and communities impacted by behavioral health problems. With eleven locations across the Chicagoland area, HAS provides services and resources to individuals at every stage in their behavioral/recovery journey so that they can be successful and become contributing members of their communities.JOB SUMMARYUnder the supervision of the Program Manager, the Harm Reduction Coordinator – Lead is responsible for the planning, coordinating, and implementation of Harm Reduction services. This role helps develop and oversee the creation of the Harm Reduction Program at HAS. 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.ESSENTIAL DUTIES*9am-5pm Monday-Friday *Must be flexibleProvides education and support for individuals with OUD with regards to health promotion, community resources/referrals, etc.Helps develop and oversee the harm reduction program at HAS.Creates specific and personal partnerships with agencies to provide individuals with OUD with Narcan/Naloxone distribution as well as coordinate syringe exchange referrals.Tracks and completes reports for HRC outcomes data and submits in a timely manner to supervisor and funder(s) of services as needed.Identifies and utilizes innovative strategies to improve and streamline harm reduction services being offered at HAS.Provides HAS participants, HAS staff, and outside agencies with education on the effectiveness and importance of taking a harm reduction approach when treating individuals with OUD.Maintains working relationships with community partner agencies offering various harm reduction services to individuals with OUD.Provides active participation in relevant networks/coalitions serving clients affected by OUD.Develops and delivers prevention education workshops to target populations and service agencies about OUD, harm reduction, HAS programs/services, and safer substance use practices.Delivers 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. Provides information regarding support services available.Works with target population to help them cope more effectively with issues and concerns related to their substance use.Acts as a liaison with appropriate community resources on behalf of clients.Provides outreach in communities that are in need.Coordinates information resources on harm reduction and care options for clients with OUD.Supervision of Harm Reduction Staff.Builds team cohesion.Performs other duties as assigned by manager/program director.REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIESMust have a thorough understanding of knowledge of substance abuse and its modalities of treatment.Bilingual/Bicultural (English/Spanish) preferred.Knowledge of MS Office applications.Flexible to adapt to schedules of workload to the needs and demands of the program.Possession of a valid State Driver’s License and willingness to use personal vehicle in course of employment.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCEBachelor’s degree in the Social or Human Sciences of Social Work, from a regionally accredited educational institution which has U.S. Department of Education approval.Must have at least two (2) years of counseling experience in the substance abuse/mental health fieldPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSSedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodation will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITSAt HAS, we value our employees and offer a robust benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security. When you join our team, you’ll receive:19 Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)13 Paid Holidays – Enjoy time off to rest and rechargeComprehensive Health Insurance – Affordable HMO, PPO, and HSA options through Blue Cross Blue ShieldDental & Vision Coverage – Choose from HMO or PPO dental plans and vision coverage through Blue Cross Blue ShieldFlexible Spending Account (FSA)- Medical, dependent care and commuterRetirement Plan – 403(b)Life & Disability InsuranceEducation & Training Support - $200 dollars annualVoluntary BenefitsEAP