Street Medicine Harm Reduction Lead

Wellness Equity Alliance; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

EAP & wellness resources

Job summary

Wellness Equity Alliance is seeking a mission-driven Harm Reduction Manager for its Street Medicine Program. The role leads field operations, oversees outreach staff, and ensures services follow evidence-based, participant-centered practices in outdoor and encampment settings.

This full-time, in-person position requires building trust with participants, coordinating with clinical teams, and maintaining compliance with public health guidelines while advancing health equity in our service area.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in harm reduction, street medicine, or related field, with 1–2 years in supervision.
• Knowledge of harm reduction principles, overdose prevention, trauma-informed care.
• Current CPR/First Aid and naloxone certification, or willingness to obtain within 30 days.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between outreach sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day harm reduction operations in field settings.
• Supervise harm reduction outreach workers, peers, and volunteers.
• Develop protocols aligned with best practices and regulations.
• Track program metrics and report to funders.

Skills

Harm reduction

Street medicine

Supervisory experience

CPR/First Aid

Naloxone knowledge

Driver's license

Crisis management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree (Public Health or related)

Tools

HMIS

Job description

Wellness Equity Alliance is seeking a mission-driven Harm Reduction Manager for its Street Medicine Program. The role leads field operations, oversees outreach staff, and ensures services follow evidence-based, participant-centered practices in outdoor and encampment settings.

This full-time, in-person position requires building trust with participants, coordinating with clinical teams, and maintaining compliance with public health guidelines while advancing health equity in our service area.