Outreach Worker

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Under the supervision of the Syringe Access Program Manager, performs assigned duties relating to the implementation and evaluation of Outreach Services.

• Conduct outreach to substance abusers and high‑risk communities, including women and men who are IDUs and those who engage in substance use.
• Street outreach will be conducted in teams of at least two in identified high‑risk areas.
• Provide outreach to service providers in the area to introduce SAP and ARCH services.
• Provide relevant literature to clients and community members; engage IDUs and others who use substances in dialogue about risk behaviors, harm reduction, and testing options for HIV, Hep C, STDs, and PrEP availability. Identify obstacles to service provision and assist with referrals.
• Actively seek and identify individuals or groups requiring the agency's services.
• Provide harm reduction and health education.
• Serve as a resource for community members who are IDUs or who use substances to ensure access to needed care and treatment services.
• Conduct an assessment of need, including type of drug use and number of injections daily or weekly.
• Complete and maintain required data collection.
• Network with community providers and coordinate service delivery.
• Provide education on proper syringe use and disposal, referrals to drug treatment services, ARCH nurse services, and medical and/or mental health services.
• Track the number of returned syringes and address barriers with participants.
• Provide syringes and all other materials needed for safer injection.
• Establish, maintain, and update client case records using approved agency forms and procedures. Ensure confidentiality of all records.
• Prepare monthly reports in accordance with agency policies and procedures.

• Attend and participate in staff meetings and supervisory conferences.
• Maintain working relationships with other community providers.
• Observe established administrative procedures.
• Provide written reports and maintain statistics as required.
• Represent the agency at community events, meetings, and conferences.
• Attend and participate in staff training opportunities.

• Commitment to Hyacinth philosophy.
• Demonstrated ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds and interests.
• Bachelor's degree plus two years of experience in HIV/AIDS or a related field. Candidates without a degree but with exceptional suitability may be considered if they have four additional years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in written and verbal communications.
• Access to a registered car and a valid driver's license.