Harm Reduction Specialist 2

Job Title: Harm Reduction Specialist

Work Location (s): Umatilla County

Wage: $19.50 per hour ($21.45 per hour for bilingual Spanish/English)

Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 8am-5pm Some Weekends Job Purpose

The Harm Reduction Specialist (HRS) will provide harm reduction services including, but not limited to, needle exchange, overdose prevention, harm reduction education, drop-in activities, and HIV/HCV/STI screening/testing and referral services. The HRS engages community members in learning more about pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to link, re-engage, and retain individuals interested in PrEP into care. The HRS works directly with clients at increased risk of HIV and STIs, substance abuse, or behavioral health conditions to provide support, advocacy, and navigation through medical and ancillary systems of care.

Qualifications/Skills

Ø Bilingual (Spanish/English).

Ø LGBTQIA & Two-Spirit community members preferred.

Ø Work or personal life experience in harm reduction, safer injection and safer drug use techniques, overdose prevention, substance use, syringe exchange, sex work, PrEP, HIV, and HCV prevention desired.

Ø Degree in human services, public health, or other related fields, or related experience for two years of full-time (or equivalent), regardless of academic preparation.

Ø Valid Driver’s License or access to transportation for meetings and events.

For More Information or to Apply

· Contact Person: Crescencia Witherspoon, 541-709-7898, crescenciawitherspoon@eocil.org

· Obtain application located at www.eocil.org (Employment Opportunities Section)

· Fax or e-mail application or resume to 541-276-1125 or e-mail to crescenciawitherspoon@eocil.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.50 - $21.45 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $21