Harm Reduction Trainer | Prevention Program

Harm Reduction Trainer | Prevention Program

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Job Summary

Odyssey House Louisiana, Inc. is seeking a full-time Harm Reduction Trainer for the Prevention Program. The Harm Reduction Trainer is responsible for the delivery of harm reduction/overdose prevention training programs to community partners and organizations in New Orleans, Lake Charles and Bayou Vista areas, conducting street outreach, referring individuals to OHL services or other appropriate community resources, and representing the Prevention Program at community outreach, as determined by the Project Manager.

Responsibilities and Duties

It is the duty and responsibility of the Harm Reduction Trainer to:

• provide various community and OHL client naloxone trainings to community based organizations;
• inform community members on naloxone use and access through community outreach events;
• conduct street outreach, outreach events, trainings at OHL, trainings at partner agencies, as directed by Program Manager;
• conduct data entry and gathering as directed by Program Manager;
• works with the harm reduction lead trainer;
• maintain comprehensive documentation of all activities for data collection;
• responsible for administrative tasks as directed by Program Manager;
• responsible for training preparation and facilitation
• refer individuals to the OHL for primary medical care and treatment services;
• refer individuals to the resource guide as needed;
• assist with special projects as directed by the Program Manager;
• organize workload to complete responsibilities in an appropriate and timely manner;
• adhere to ethical practices by striving to perform in a manner that conforms to the highest standards of ethical behavior, integrity and honesty;
• take initiative and responsibility for decisions as an individual;
• exhibit commitment to personal and agency-wide goals;
• participate in the ongoing development of competencies, technology, and the resources needed to achieve high standards of efficiency and effectiveness;
• place clients’ needs first, following care management and service delivery protocols;
• strive to lead through vision, technology, innovation, and customer service; and to make a difference in the lives of the Agency’s employees, patients, and the community;
• encourage a positive environment and experience for co-workers and clients;
• treat employees, patients, and business partners with respect;
• embrace diversity and demonstrate teamwork;
• promote a safe and efficient working environment by adhering to Agency and Program policies and procedures;
• exhibit commitment to the Agency’s mission, vision, and values;
• attend and participate in management, staff meetings, and vendor service meetings as requested;
• adhere to all Federal Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act regulations by protecting the privacy and security of all patient/client health information; and
• perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

Required:

Minimum qualifications include the following:

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent
• Excellent communication interpersonal skills
• One year experience providing health education to various populations.
• Familiarity with the community served by the Agency
• Proficient in MS Office Suite

 Preferred qualifications include the following:

• Skilled and experienced in delivery of health education topics to diverse populations
• Knowledge of various healthcare issues affecting the community served by the Agency
• Bilingual – English/Spanish, English/Vietnamese

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package includes insurance (health, dental, vision, life, long-term and short-term disability), leave benefits and 401k match.