Addictions Outreach Specialist - RE023
About The Position
The Addictions Outreach Team Member assists in development and implementation of outreach services for individuals with a Substance Use Disorder (SUD) diagnoses. This may include admission to a medical detox facility, working with clients to access a residential treatment facility or find a shelter bed and other services as directed by Recovery Support Services manager. Our efforts are conducted in homeless shelters, hospitals, jails, community agencies and walk-ins at NARA facilities for individuals who have SUD. Outreach works to enhances Native American individuals access to relevant services for holistic care to include prevention, and addictions treatment.
Requirements
- Certified Recovery Mentor (CRM) certificate through MHACBO required
- Either a High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate required.
- Minimum two years’ (preferred) experience serving the serving the needs of adults with SUD
- Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record with proof of auto insurance.
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries with community members, the community and staff
- Ability to pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests, criminal background, and DMV checks
Nice To Haves
- Experience working within the Native American/Alaska Native community is considered a plus
Responsibilities
- Participate in team outreach assessments when appropriate.
- Develop an action plan for individuals identified by outreach team, including referral to other supports and resources.
- Outreach to community alcohol and drug treatment providers, individuals in hospitals, individuals involved in the correctional system or who are homeless.
- Regular outreach to area detox centers to facilitate access for individuals needing detoxification services.
- Provide culturally appropriate clinical consultation and advocacy to enhance care of Native American individuals in hospitals, jails, schools, public agencies and in the community.
- Promote Outreach activities and other agency services at community events such as a powwow, annual picnics, and tribal events.
Benefits
- 14 Paid Holidays: New Years, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, 4th of July, Labor Day, United Indigenous Day, Indigenous People's Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, and December 25th!
- Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire.
- Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
- 14 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
- 13 Paid Days of Sick Time
- 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
- $50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Spending Account
- 401(k) with 4% Match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
- Referral Program- (Up to $1000 Dollars)
- Company Phone
- Company Laptop
- Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
