Harm Reduction Outreach & Testing Specialist

Alliance for Living; New London (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliance for Living seeks a Harm Reduction Prevention Specialist to work within the Syringe Services Program (SSP), distributing safer-use supplies and providing education on safer practices, HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, and overdose prevention. The role includes conducting HIV/HCV testing at AFL sites and in the community, recording data, and coordinating with clinical staff to ensure access to care.

The position is non-exempt, full-time, and benefits-eligible, reporting to the Assistant Director of

Qualifications

• Commitment to people who use drugs and at-risk populations.
• Experience in harm reduction or outreach activities.
• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, and overdose prevention.

Responsibilities

• Distribute sterile syringes and safer injection equipment; promote safe disposal.
• Provide education on HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, and Narcan distribution.
• Conduct HIV and HCV testing.
• Enter data into the CT DPH database and maintain records.
• Monitor inventory and coordinate reorders with leadership.
• Assemble and distribute safer use kits; manage vending stock as needed.
• Refer participants to community supports and collaborate with clinical staff.

Skills

Harm Reduction outreach

Bilingual (preferred)

Data entry/recordkeeping

Strong communication

Confidentiality

Education

Public health or related field experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Alliance for Living seeks a Harm Reduction Prevention Specialist to work within the Syringe Services Program (SSP), distributing safer-use supplies and providing education on safer practices, HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, and overdose prevention. The role includes conducting HIV/HCV testing at AFL sites and in the community, recording data, and coordinating with clinical staff to ensure access to care.

The position is non-exempt, full-time, and benefits-eligible, reporting to the Assistant Director of