MOUD Outreach Specialist FT

Starcare Inc.; Lubbock, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

HSA contribution

Life insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

PTO and holidays

Job summary

StarCare Specialty Health System is seeking a full-time Outreach Specialist to implement community-based strategies to prevent opioid misuse and overdose under the RCORP grant. The role focuses on engaging at-risk populations, building partnerships, and delivering evidence-based education and resources to reduce opioid-related harm.

Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm in an office setting. Benefits include extensive coverages such as medical, HSA contributions, life insurance, a retirement plan,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field or related field required.
• Experience in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach to individuals, families, and communities affected by or at risk of opioid misuse.
• Facilitate educational workshops, presentations, and events on opioid prevention, harm reduction, and available resources.
• Build and maintain relationships with community partners, including schools, healthcare providers, law enforcement, and local coalitions.
• Distribute prevention materials, naloxone kits, and other resources in targeted areas.
• Assist in the development and implementation of culturally appropriate outreach strategies.
• Collect and report data on outreach activities, participant engagement, and outcomes as required by the grant.
• Support stigma reduction efforts and promote access to treatment and recovery services.
• Participate in regular team meetings, trainings, and community events.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with grant goals and deliverables.

Skills

Community outreach

Education workshops

Interpersonal skills

Data reporting

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data entry tools

Job description

StarCare Specialty Health System is seeking a full-time Outreach Specialist to join its team in implementing community-based strategies to prevent opioid misuse and overdose with the Rural Communities Opioid Response Program (RCORP). This position is funded through opioid prevention grant and focuses on engaging at-risk populations, building partnerships, and delivering evidence-based education and resources to reduce opioid-related harm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct outreach to individuals, families, and communities affected by or at risk of opioid misuse.
• Facilitate educational workshops, presentations, and events on opioid prevention, harm reduction, and available resources.
• Build and maintain relationships with community partners, including schools, healthcare providers, law enforcement, and local coalitions.
• Distribute prevention materials, naloxone kits, and other resources in targeted areas.
• Assist in the development and implementation of culturally appropriate outreach strategies.
• Collect and report data on outreach activities, participant engagement, and outcomes as required by the grant.
• Support stigma reduction efforts and promote access to treatment and recovery services.
• Participate in regular team meetings, trainings, and community events.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with grant goals and deliverables.

Schedule:

This is an office-based, full-time (non-exempt) position scheduled Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm with flexibility to meet the needs of the department.

StarCare offers an expansive benefit package including but not limited to: Company-paid medical coverage, fully funded employer contribution to HSA, company-paid life insurance, company paid hospital indemnity plan, retirement plan with up to 12% employer match, front loaded paid time off (PTO), thirteen (13) paid holidays, sabbatical leave, longevity augmentations, and employee referral augmentations.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a major in a human services field or related field (Psychology, Sociology, Family Studies, etc.) required. Experience in a related field, preferred.

Preferred Skills/Abilities

• Experience in community outreach, health education, or substance use prevention preferred.
• Knowledge of opioid use disorder, harm reduction, and local treatment resources.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse populations.
• Comfortable working in community settings, including high-risk areas.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic data entry/reporting tools.

Additional Requirements:

• Must pass a pre-hire drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must have a Texas driver's license, liability auto insurance, and be insurable under the Agency's insurance.

Summary

WHY CHOOSE STARCARE?

Welcome to StarCare Specialty Health System, where your passion for making a difference thrives! At StarCare, we imagine a community where all people have hope and the opportunity to achieve their full potential for health and wellbeing. Here’s why you should choose StarCare:

• Impactful Purpose: Contribute to meaningful change as the state-designated Local Authority for mental health, intellectual disabilities, and substance use disorders. Be a catalyst for positive empowerment.
• Comprehensive Care: StarCare offers a broad array of specialty healthcare services that support and empower people as valued members of the community.
• Collaborative Environment: StarCare is proud to work with a network of community stakeholders to ensure all people have access to the healthcare they need.
• Professional Growth: StarCare offers many different opportunities for growth in the fields of mental health, substance use disorders, aging, intellectual & developmental disabilities, veterans, and healthcare administration. Come grow your career with us!
• Legacy of Service: Since 1967, StarCare has provided hope and health to Lubbock, Hockley, Lynn, Crosby, and Cochran counties.

At StarCare Specialty Health System , your work is not a job. It’s a fulfilling journey of providing hope and supporting and empowering people as valued members of the community. Ready to get started? We’ve been waiting for you!

EEO Statement: StarCare Specialty Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.