TITLE: OD2A OUTREACH SPECIALIST

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be a Qualified Health Professional. LMSW/LCSW preferred.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

NYS LMSW/LCSW, CASAC.

EXPERIENCE:

Demonstrated experience in delivering in-community care. Experience working with individuals with OUD, other SUD and co-morbid conditions. Experience with providing trauma informed care and harm reduction.

DUTIES:

· Work collaboratively with the Broome County Health Department and community stakeholders to assist individuals experiencing barriers with gaining access to care and resources

· Utilize evidence-based practices; motivational interviewing, cognitive behavior therapy, behavioral activation

· Oversee implementation of the “OD2A” statement of work:

o Support peers in providing linkages to care

o Link individuals to harm reduction (testing strips, naloxone, SEP) to populations at highest risk of overdose

o Assist with completing peer services feedback surveys and data collection

o Educate and train public safety personnel on evidence-based harm reduction strategies, focusing on people who are overrepresented in the criminal justice system

· Assist with crisis management when needed

· Responsible for documentation compliance following OASAS and Medicaid standards

· Attends BOAC and designated subcommittee meetings

· Attendance at OD2A meetings

· Oversee completion of required documentation

· Perform additional duties as assigned

Pay: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person