Harm Reduction Specialist, Supportive Housing & Outreach

Longwood University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

S:US in New York offers a Harm Reduction Specialist (Supportive Housing) role dedicated to engaging program participants around drug and alcohol use, sexual health and self-harm, using a harm reduction approach. The position emphasizes non-judgmental support, education, outreach, and coordination with housing services.

You will provide staff training, participate in Harm Reduction Committee meetings, develop person-centered service plans, document interactions, and connect participants with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or CASAC required.
• At least two years in a harm reduction setting.
• Experience with the homeless population preferred.
• Must be fingerprinted and cleared by NY Justice Center.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assess needs and plan services at program sites.
• Develop strategies to meet client needs.
• Attend Harm Reduction Committee meetings.
• Provide training on harm reduction to staff and participants.
• Provide service coordination and outreach.
• Develop person-centered service plans and review progress.
• Maintain thorough documentation in service records.
• Advocate for quality care from external providers.
• Provide crisis intervention and support.
• Maintain program standards and participate in supervision.
• Provide holiday, evening and weekend coverage.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Conflict mediation

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work or CASAC

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

S:US in New York offers a Harm Reduction Specialist (Supportive Housing) role dedicated to engaging program participants around drug and alcohol use, sexual health and self-harm, using a harm reduction approach. The position emphasizes non-judgmental support, education, outreach, and coordination with housing services.

You will provide staff training, participate in Harm Reduction Committee meetings, develop person-centered service plans, document interactions, and connect participants with