Overdose Prevention Community Outreach Worker

Sagility•Tyrone Township, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Works in the community in overdose prevention services. May work in syringe service exchange programs. May assist in hosting support groups and providing direct services to those in addiction and in recovery. May work on mobile outreach units and in community centers. Makes visits to homes and other sites promoting services, scheduling appointments and any necessary follow-up outreach services and follow-up services for potential clients and individuals already in the programs such as Well Child, Family Planning, Aging, TB and WIC.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.

Responsibilities

Visits patients or potential patients in their home or other appropriate setting to explain services of the LHD and may set up appointments.
Assists clients in making transportation arrangements to receive services.
Ensures client patient attendance at scheduled appointments.
Follow-up by letter, phone call or home visit on missed appointments or referral.
May conduct initial interview with patient obtaining factual information from the patient.
Provides support and encouragement to patients and assists in resolution of the problem.
May assist in the provision of services to the patient for services such as Aging, Well Child, Family Planning, TB screening, etc.
May work in syringe service exchange programs.
May assist in hosting support groups and providing direct services to those in addiction and in recovery.
May work on mobile outreach units and in community centers.