Harm Reduction Outreach Specialist

Catholic Charities of the Dioscese of Albany • Albany, NY • 1d ago

$42,000.00 Annually

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Catholic Charities of Care Coordination Services is looking for a Harm Reduction Outreach Specialist who wants more than just a job - you'll have the opportunity to empower individuals and families, strengthen community wellness, and see the direct impact of your work.

At Catholic Charities, you're not just a number. Every application is personally reviewed by our HR team or a trained hiring manager because we're intentional about building a team that reflects our mission, values, and commitment to compassionate service.

What You'll Do

As a key member of our Project Safe Point team, you will:

Remain current with industry standards for syringe access programs in NYS and across the country.

Provide safer use supplies to eligible participants as part of mobile outreach team

Engage in participant recruitment activities such as outreach to community organizations and street outreach including participation in the Neighborhood Support Coalition Outreach (NSC) efforts

Conduct initial screening and/or intake activities for referred participants in need of harm reduction case management to evaluate participant needs

Implement harm reduction strategies aimed at helping individuals minimize their immediate health and safety risks.

What We're Looking For

HS Diploma or GED

Must have a personal cell phone, valid driver's license, proof of current car insurance and registration and access to a working, reliable vehicle.

Knowledge of Harm Reduction, Motivational Interviewing, HIV, and Hepatitis C.

Comfort and experience working with current or former substance users

What We Offer

Harm Reduction Outreach Specialist pay: $42,000 a year

Harm Reduction Outreach Specialist schedule: 37.5 hours a week, Monday-Friday 8:30AM - 4:30PM

A mission-driven workplace where your work truly matters

We value work-life balance and offer some stellar benefits:

For benefit-eligible positions:

Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Retirement planning options

Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day)

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.)

Exciting referral bonuses

Ongoing training and development

Recognition and Awards

Career Growth

A collaborative team culture

Catholic Charities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a workplace where every individual can shine their brightest.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law:

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/fmla)

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC\KnowYourRights\screen\reader\10_20.pdf)

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/employee-polygraph-protection-act)

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