Harm Reduction Specialist

Pride Center of Maryland; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Pride Center of Maryland seeks a compassionate Harm Reduction Specialist to educate, outreach, and provide individualized support to people affected by substance use. The role promotes dignified access to care and engages LGBTQ/SGL communities with resources and services in Baltimore.

Responsibilities include developing care plans, distributing supplies, connecting clients to medical and mental health services, and conducting workshops.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education or combination of education and relevant experience.
• At least two years of experience in harm reduction, substance use services, mental health services, or a related field.
• Knowledge of harm reduction principles and overdose prevention.
• Experience with community outreach and participant education.
• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Experience working with LGBTQ/SGL communities and diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized harm reduction support and help participants develop care plans.
• Educate on safer substance use, overdose prevention, and safer sex.
• Distribute harm reduction supplies and ensure program procedures are followed.
• Connect participants with medical and support services.
• Conduct community outreach and educational workshops.
• Build referrals with community organizations and service providers.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

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Harm Reduction Specialist

Wellness Programs Full Time Baltimore, MD, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1001

Salary Range: $45,000.00 To $55,000.00 Annually

Harm Reduction Specialist
Pride Center of Maryland (PCOM)
Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary:$45,000–$55,000 annually

Position Summary

The Pride Center of Maryland seeks a compassionate, community-focused Harm Reduction Specialist to provide education, outreach, and individualized support to people affected by substance use and related health risks. This position connects participants with resources and services while promoting dignity, informed choices, and access to care, including within LGBTQ/SGL communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individualized harm reduction support and assist participants with developing care plans based on their needs and goals.
• Educate participants about safer substance use, overdose prevention, safer sex, and overall wellness.
• Distribute harm reduction supplies, including naloxone, sterile syringes, and condoms, in accordance with program procedures.
• Connect participants with medical care, substance use services, mental health support, and other community resources.
• Conduct community outreach, educational workshops, and participant engagement activities.
• Build relationships with community organizations and service providers to strengthen referrals and access to services.
• Maintain accurate, confidential participant records and complete required data collection and program reports.
• Advocate for participants and help address barriers to receiving services.
• Collaborate with staff and support training on harm reduction practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• At least two years of experience in harm reduction, substance use services, mental health services, or a related field.
• Knowledge of harm reduction principles and overdose prevention.
• Experience with community outreach and participant education.
• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Experience working with LGBTQ/SGL communities and people from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and engage participants respectfully and without judgment.

Work Environment and Schedule

This position includes office-based work and community outreach. Occasional evening and weekend availability may be required for program activities and events.

Health insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities, subject to PCOM’s current benefits offerings and eligibility requirements.