Harm Reduction Specialist

Job description

Description Hyacinth AIDS Foundation: Harm Reduction Specialist Under the supervision of the Syringe Access Manager, performs duties relating to the development and implementation of Syringe Access Program-Mercer County and performs assigned duties relating to the implementation and evaluation of Outreach Services. Duties include but are not limited to the following: - Drive mobile van to specific locations in Mercer County as scheduled. - Ensure mobile van is properly stocked with supplies daily. - Conduct an assessment of need, which includes type of drug use and number of injections daily/weekly. - Complete and maintain data collection as required. - Network with community providers and coordinate service delivery. - Provide education on proper syringe use and disposal/educational materials, referrals to drug treatment services, Harm Reduction Health nurse services and medical and/or mental health services. - Track number of returned syringes and address barriers with participants. - Provide syringes and all the other materials needed for safer injection. - Provide information regarding transmission and treatment of HIV and other blood borne pathogens and sexually transmitted di...