Opioid Response Grants Coordinator

State-of-Nebraska; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development and Learning

13 Paid Holidays

Generous Leave Accruals and Benefits

Flexible Schedules

Retirement Plan Matching 156%

Job summary

The State of Nebraska's Health & Human Services agency seeks an Opioid Response Program Coordinator to oversee day-to-day coordination of the State Opioid Response grant. You will liaise with state, federal agencies and local partners to implement evidence-based programs and manage contracts.

Responsibilities include training, policy coordination, reporting, and ensuring compliance with guidelines. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required; a Master's is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience for entry-level criteria.
• Master’s degree preferred for advanced responsibilities.
• Experience with grant writing, contract management or leading community groups is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for State Opioid Response grant.
• Provide training on overdose recognition and Naloxone use.
• Collaborate with agencies, providers and stakeholders to align activities.
• Coordinate regular meetings and provide briefing materials.
• Offer technical assistance to partners and support grant initiatives.
• Manage related contracts and sub-contracts in compliance with guidelines.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, social/behavioral sciences, health sciences, public health, education, law or related field

Master’s degree in social work, Public Health, Public Administration, or related human services field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

The State of Nebraska's Health & Human Services agency seeks an Opioid Response Program Coordinator to oversee day-to-day coordination of the State Opioid Response grant. You will liaise with state, federal agencies and local partners to implement evidence-based programs and manage contracts.

Responsibilities include training, policy coordination, reporting, and ensuring compliance with guidelines. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required; a Master's is preferred.