Prevention Services Coordinator

COLORADO HEALTH NETWORK INC • Fort Collins, CO

4d • $21 - $23

About The Position

At Colorado Health Network (CHN), we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace that celebrates individuality, creativity, and the unique perspectives each employee brings. We welcome applicants with diverse lived experiences, including those directly related to this position. At CHN, we are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive, and dynamic work environment where all employees can grow and thrive. Our commitment to diversity extends to all aspects of our work, and we strongly encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply. CHN is an equal opportunity employer, and we embrace applicants regardless of age, race, color, disability, HIV status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or other characteristics that make you unique. Are you looking to join a team that empowers individuals and creates lasting change in the community? Do you thrive in an environment that values service, innovation, wellness, and integrity? If so, we would love to hear from you!
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Position Summary: Collaborative advancement of harm reduction education and syringe access program Coordination and implementation of community outreach and education Assist with mobile outreach activities, tabling events and presentations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1-2 year(s) previous work or volunteer experience
• Proven competency working with highly stigmatized and diverse populations including but not limited to members of the LGBTQ+ community, people of all races and ethnicities, PWUD, people experiencing homelessness or insecurely housed, people recently incarcerated, and people who participate in commercial/survival sex work
• Comfortable with community outreach and coordination with external stakeholders
• Positive attitude, openness to learn, and a strong work ethic
• Flexibility and adaptability in the face of challenges
• Must be able to work both independently with minimal supervision and as a member of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams is required.
• Candidates should be comfortable working with client database systems and learning new software tools as needed.
• Experience working with basic office and database computer programs, including familiarity with Access, SharePoint and social media outlets required.
• Previous experience in the delivery of evidenced-based programs is highly preferred, as well as excellent communication, client services, and data collection skills.
• The appropriate person will be highly organized and detail-oriented.
• This position requires personal and professional accountability; self-management and initiative; dedication to quality improvement; professional integrity; research ethics, and cultural competency.
• Must demonstrate accuracy, efficiency and superior organizational skills.
• Must demonstrate effectiveness in the following areas: task and time management; teamwork; and communication with teams, managers, clients and participants, and company consultants.
• Valid Colorado Driver’s License/auto insurance and reliable transportation required.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated creativity, initiative, and commitment to pursuing new ways to improve and expand services strongly preferred.
• Desire to help develop and grow the sexual health pilot program and/or Harm reduction program in Greeley
• Oral and written fluency in English and oral fluency in Spanish preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Sociology, Public Health, a related field and/or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provides in person support during the operation of the syringe access program both in-house and on a mobile unit including, but not limited to, safe disposal; distribution of syringes and safe injection/snorting supplies; overdose education and tools; data entry; and intakes.
• Assist with the engagement in harm reduction-based street outreach, mobile pop-up, and delivery services throughout Weld County.
• Assist in the building of rapport and relationships with community members, including sex workers, PWUD, community associations, and local business owners
• Facilitates educational presentations and marketing in the community, including individual and group level interventions, outreach events, and other materials.
• Represents the organization at community events and collaborative meetings as needed.
• Maintains current understanding of overdose, HIV/HCV/STI prevention issues and trends; participates in additional trainings when offered.
• Maintains and develops referral network of PWUD support and prevention services and provides linkage to care (LTC) as needed.
• Works collaboratively with the Prevention Services team and statewide prevention teams to develop and support programs that are culturally competent and responsive to clients accessing services at NCHN.
• Facilitates intern and volunteer training and support in the areas of HIV/HCV/STI testing, outreach, syringe exchange, and other harm reduction services.
• Administers HIV, hepatitis C (HCV), and STI testing and individualized risk reduction counseling to PWUD (People Who Use Drugs), as well as people living with HIV/AIDS; members of the LGBTQ+ community; people experiencing or at risk for homelessness; and other populations who may benefit from educational programs and services related to sexual health and harm reduction.
• Participates in departmental and agency retreats and meetings.
• Works days and evenings as needed, some evenings and weekends required.
• Must be able to work in a diverse setting with diverse populations, including persons living with HIV, the LGBTQ+ community, persons of various ethnic backgrounds, disenfranchised communities.
• Participation in training related to HIV, substance use, harm reduction, trauma informed care and related issues.
• Cultural Competency/Sensitivity.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee only share of health insurance premium is 100% paid for by CHN
• Generous leave policy (at the end of one year full time employee accrue 3 weeks of PTO), 13 paid holidays, up to 2 floating holidays, and 1 day of wellness time (all time off benefits for part time employees are prorated based on the number of hours scheduled per week).
• 403(b) plan with employer matching $1 for $1 up to 3% and $0.50 on the $1 for 4 and 5%
• Tuition reimbursement and access to ongoing learning opportunities
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Spending Account (H SA), Voluntary, EAP, STD, LTD and Basic Life 100% paid for by CHN.
• Eligible for Federal Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees