Post Overdose Response Coordinator

CarolinaEast Health System; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

CarolinaEast Health System in North Carolina seeks a dedicated rapid responder to provide overdose response within Craven County, collaborating with EMS, law enforcement, and local clinics. The role supports individuals experiencing overdoses or substance use disorders, and participates in mobile syringe service operations.

Duties are focused on the PORC program and align with the department's mission to reduce harm while delivering compassionate care to the community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Harm Reduction Training and Naloxone administration training desired but provided after hiring.
• Must have or obtain a valid North Carolina driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Rapid responder for overdose incidents in Craven County with EMS and law enforcement.
• Participate in mobile syringe service program as part of PORC.
• Duties limited to the role and department.
• Coordinate with local health clinics to support individuals in crisis.

Skills

Self-motivated

Organizational skills

Diversity awareness

Naloxone administration

Harm reduction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Driver's license

Job description

Job Summary:This individual will function as a rapid responder to provide overdose response within Craven County for individuals who have experienced an overdose reversal or who are suffering from a substance use disorder and have come to the attention of Craven County EMS, CarolinaEast EMS, local law enforcement, and local health clinics. Serves as an active participant in mobile syringe service program. Duties of the PORC are limited solely to the role and department.

About CarolinaEast Health System

CarolinaEast Health System is committed to providing high quality, compassionate care across the Coastal Carolina region. At the heart of our system is a 350-bed, full-service medical center equipped with a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, utilizing the latest medical technologies. We employ over 3,200 dedicated team members and operate physician practices across various specialties in four counties. Our employees foster a culture of excellence that ensures our patients receive the same high level of care found at larger medical centers, all while maintaining a friendly, community-centered atmosphere throughout our facilities. CarolinaEast offers a robust benefits package to all full-time employees, as well as benefits for part-time plus and part-time staff. We are proud to be the first medical center in North Carolina recognized as a Cardiovascular Center of Excellence by the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association. Additionally, we are honored to be named one of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals by Newsweek, among numerous other prestigious accolades.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and across differences in culture, race, gender, beliefs, and literacy levels.
• Harm Reduction Training, Naloxone administration training, and peer support training desired but will be supplied after hiring.
• Have and maintain a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in the State of North Carolina.
• Deliver outstanding customer service that upholds CarolinaEast's Standards of Excellence.