Lewiston, ME, USA | Direct Care | Full Time

Under the direction of the assigned Program Clinical Supervisor or Manager, the Harm Reduction Specialist is responsible for providing harm reduction education and outreach, including naloxone distribution, HIV and Hepatitis C prevention, and safer sex practices, to consumers in the Syringe Exchange Program.

DUTIES:


+ Processes incoming referrals and schedules intake visits.

+ Completes intake assessments for CRSEP program, including basic demographic information.

+ Monitors and orders supplies as needed and disposes of biohazard waste according to established procedures.

+ Coordinates syringe exchanges, including updating drop-box codes as needed.

+ Provides outreach and education regarding naloxone distribution, HIV and Hepatitis C prevention and safer sex practice to consumers.

+ Provides HIV and Hepatitis C screenings as appropriate, makes referrals for ...