Harm Reduction Trainer-Prevention Program

Odyssey House Louisiana•New Orleans, LA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Odyssey House Louisiana, Inc. is seeking a full-time Harm Reduction Trainer for the Prevention Program. This role is crucial in our mission to provide a comprehensive continuum of care for people in Louisiana, encompassing primary care, behavioral health, and substance use disorder treatment. The Harm Reduction Trainer will deliver harm reduction/overdose prevention training programs, conduct street outreach, refer individuals to OHL services or other appropriate community resources, and represent the Prevention Program at community outreach events.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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, and trainings at partner agencies, as directed by Program Manager.
Conduct data entry and gathering as directed by Program Manager.
Work 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 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.
Perform other duties as assigned.