Opioid Prevention & Harm Reduction Coordinator

US Lawns; Carlisle (Cumberland County); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Retirement Benefits

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Cumberland County is seeking an Opioid Mitigation and Prevention Coordinator to advance evidence-based prevention initiatives across schools and communities. The role collaborates with coalitions and partners to deliver education, training, and outreach on substance misuse and harm reduction.

Responsibilities include coordinating naloxone distributions, supporting reporting on opioid settlement funds, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in health/education or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred for advanced roles.
• Certification in prevention or recovery support preferred per PA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver community presentations on evidence-based prevention and early intervention services.
• Coordinate naloxone and harm-reduction distributions and report as required.
• Manage opioid settlement fund reporting and funding allocations with leadership.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and accurate documentation across programs.
• Travel within Cumberland and Perry Counties; occasional evenings/weekends.
• Provide training and technical assistance to schools, coalitions, and partners.

Skills

Community outreach

Public health

Coordination & partnerships

Presentation skills

Training & TA

Education

Bachelor’s degree in health education, Education, Psychology, Counseling, Human Services, Social Work or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Certified Prevention Specialist or Certified Recovery Specialist or PA Certification Board preferred

Tools

CRN screenings software

Data reporting tools

Job description

Cumberland County is seeking an Opioid Mitigation and Prevention Coordinator to advance evidence-based prevention initiatives across schools and communities. The role collaborates with coalitions and partners to deliver education, training, and outreach on substance misuse and harm reduction.

Responsibilities include coordinating naloxone distributions, supporting reporting on opioid settlement funds, and ensuring regulatory compliance.