Harm Reduction Specialist at Health Federation of Philadelphia in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Equal Opportunity Employer

The mission of the Health Federation of Philadelphia is to promote health equity for marginalized communities by advancing access to high-quality, integrated, and comprehensive health and human services.  Health equity is at the heart of all our work. We believe in and are firmly committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, sex or gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status.  This commitment applies to all aspects of the Health Federation of Philadelphia’s employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promotion.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in health or social sciences OR associate's degree with 2+ years of relevant work experience.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• Valid Pennsylvania drivers license required.


• Computer proficiency, particularly in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Teams, MS Outlook, and online research databases.


• Excellent oral and written communication skills.


• Effective management skills.


• Excellent organizational skills.


• A strong ability to maintain extremely sensitive and confidential information.


• Ability to collaborate with Executive Staff.


• Ability to host virtual meetings.


• Ability to maintain organization and meetings minutes for multiple committees.


• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.


• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and use innovative techniques and ingenuity to prepare reports and presentations.


• Ability to coordinate complex timelines and schedules.


• Ability to analyze and think critically to apply reasonable judgment and critical thinking skills.


• Ability to work as part of a team, to prioritize and handle multiple tasks, and to work independently in a high-pressure environment.


• Curiosity about the functions, policies, and protocols of City departments and services. Experience in Local or State government is a plus, but not necessary.


• Sensitivity to and experience working with ethnically, culturally, and sexually diverse individuals, communities, agencies and organizations.

Work Environment:

• Standard office setting with extended periods at workstation and periodic use of office equipment.


• Street outreach requires staff to work in extreme weather conditions occasionally.

Position Type:  Full-time position

Work Schedule:  Full-time position, typical hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.  Flex office schedule options available with supervisor’s approval.

Travel:  Regular travel in company vehicles to distribute harm reduction supplies such as Naloxone. Local travel to community sites and community meetings.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to transport materials.


•  Routinely moves equipment or supplies weighing up to 30lbs.


• Street level outreach and events require long periods of canvassing and standing/sitting.


• Assisting in overdose reversal requires the ability to use maneuvers to roll over individuals of various weights into a “recovery position”.

Salary and Benefits:  $60,765 with a comprehensive benefits package that can include:

• Medical with vision benefits


• Dental insurance


• Flexible spending accounts


• Life, AD&D and long-term care insurance


• Short- and long-term disability insurance


• 403(b) Retirement Plan, with a company contribution


• Paid time off including vacation, sick, personal and holiday


• Employee Assistance Program

Eligibility and participation is handled consistent with the plan documents and HFP policy. 

DISCLAIMER

The Health Federation reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way the Company desires. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an employee assigned to this position. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, responsibilities and/or skills to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This job description is not an employment contract, implied, or otherwise. The employment relationship remains “at will.” The aforementioned job requirements are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified disabled individuals.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in health or social sciences OR associate's degree with 2+ years of relevant work experience.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• Valid Pennsylvania drivers license required.


• Computer proficiency, particularly in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Teams, MS Outlook, and online research databases.


• Excellent oral and written communication skills.


• Effective management skills.


• Excellent organizational skills.


• A strong ability to maintain extremely sensitive and confidential information.


• Ability to collaborate with Executive Staff.


• Ability to host virtual meetings.


• Ability to maintain organization and meetings minutes for multiple committees.


• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.


• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and use innovative techniques and ingenuity to prepare reports and presentations.


• Ability to coordinate complex timelines and schedules.


• Ability to analyze and think critically to apply reasonable judgment and critical thinking skills.


• Ability to work as part of a team, to prioritize and handle multiple tasks, and to work independently in a high-pressure environment.


• Curiosity about the functions, policies, and protocols of City departments and services. Experience in Local or State government is a plus, but not necessary.


• Sensitivity to and experience working with ethnically, culturally, and sexually diverse individuals, communities, agencies and organizations.

Work Environment:

• Standard office setting with extended periods at workstation and periodic use of office equipment.


• Street outreach requires staff to work in extreme weather conditions occasionally.

Position Type:  Full-time position

Work Schedule:  Full-time position, typical hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.  Flex office schedule options available with supervisor’s approval.

Travel:  Regular travel in company vehicles to distribute harm reduction supplies such as Naloxone. Local travel to community sites and community meetings.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to transport materials.


•  Routinely moves equipment or supplies weighing up to 30lbs.


• Street level outreach and events require long periods of canvassing and standing/sitting.


• Assisting in overdose reversal requires the ability to use maneuvers to roll over individuals of various weights into a “recovery position”.

Salary and Benefits:  $60,765 with a comprehensive benefits package that can include:

• Medical with vision benefits


• Dental insurance


• Flexible spending accounts


• Life, AD&D and long-term care insurance


• Short- and long-term disability insurance


• 403(b) Retirement Plan, with a company contribution


• Paid time off including vacation, sick, personal and holiday


• Employee Assistance Program

Eligibility and participation is handled consistent with the plan documents and HFP policy. 

DISCLAIMER

The Health Federation reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way the Company desires. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an employee assigned to this position. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, responsibilities and/or skills to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This job description is not an employment contract, implied, or otherwise. The employment relationship remains “at will.” The aforementioned job requirements are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified disabled individuals.

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