Contracted Harm Reduction Outreach Worker
Job in
Hopkinsville, Christian County, Kentucky, 42241, USA
Listed on 2026-10-10
Listing for:
Kentucky Public Health
Full Time, Contract
position Listed on 2026-10-10
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Community Health, Family Advocacy & Support Services, Mental Health -
Healthcare
Community Health, Family Advocacy & Support Services, Mental Health
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Non-Merit Grade Salary:$7.25 - $50.00 Hourly Time Type:
Full time Health Department:
Floyd County Health
Department Summary:
If you have any questions or would like any more information about this job posting please contact Bethany Pigman man.
Description:
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBLITIES :
The Employee is responsible for specific duties as assigned, e.g., Directly work with incarcerated populations through the detention center Serve on the multidisciplinary data focus group to identify community resources that support incarcerated individualism successful re-entry into the community.
Partner with case manager in linking client to housing, treatment and social services that promote recovery and lead to functioning in the community to reduce overdose and recidivism. Use relevant personal stories to teach through experience. Same as a role model and mentor for clients and their families
Encourage client and family voice and choice during development and implementation of plans. Support clients and their families by attending team meetings with team members upon request.
Empower a client and family to have the confidence to be self-advocates.
Help providers of other individuals who are working with a client's family understand the importance of integrating family in services and supports within a system Help clients and families enhance relationships with community partners.
Display excellent written and oral communication skills.
Recommended project performance improvement, as needed.
Eam at least 6 hours of continuing education each year Assigned duties are completed within specified time frame.
Supervisor review of Employee's documentation of assigned duties I completion dates
Other duties as assigned by Appointing Authority
Minimum Requirements:
HS or GED Peer Support Specialist Certification with two (2) years in active recovery (this job does require a drug screening)
Physical Requirement:
Current TB skin test indicating no evidence of communicable disease.
Additional Requirements:
This position requires a clean drug screen prior to and randomly throughout.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Background checks conducted prior to hire.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
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