Part Time Harm Reduction Program Assistant

Tippecanoe County Government•Lafayette, IN

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The incumbent serves as a grant-funded Harm Reduction Program Assistant for the Tippecanoe County Health Department. This part-time position involves researching, developing, and utilizing educational resources, promoting and coordinating events and clinics, raising community awareness of harm reduction practices, and assisting with daily program duties and Community Clean Up days. The role requires attending monthly meetings and providing progress reports.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Reliable transportation and possession of a valid driver's license and a demonstrated safe driving record.
Working knowledge of department standard office policies and procedures and ability to apply such knowledge to a variety of interrelated processes, tasks and operations.
Customer Service, oral and written communication, computer skills and ability to analyze data.
Working knowledge of standard English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Ability to type with speed and accuracy.
Ability to properly operate a variety of standard office equipment, including computer, calculator, typewriter, fax machine, copier, scanner, and telephone.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to work alone and with others in a team environment with general supervision.
Ability to work on several tasks at the same time and complete assignments effectively amidst frequent distractions and interruptions, often under time pressure and with accuracy.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, the public, Indiana State Department of Health, various Tippecanoe County offices, Public schools, Medical providers, and mental health providers.