Substance Use Specialist USC Street Medicine

Position: Substance Use Specialist for USC Street Medicine
USC is seeking a Substance Use Peer Specialist in Los Angeles to provide critical support and advocacy for individuals facing substance challenges. This role directly contributes to the well-being of the community's most vulnerable members.

As a Substance Use Peer Specialist with USC, you'll be integral to a multidisciplinary team dedicated to outreach and care in Mac Arthur Park. This full-time, community-focused position emphasizes a patient-centered approach and harm reduction strategies, with responsibilities spanning both fieldwork and care coordination to enhance recovery outcomes for patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide engaging support and case management

• Conduct substance-use assessments and brief interventions

• Educate on topics such as relapse and overdose prevention

• Follow up with patients in diverse settings

• Navigate treatment options and coordinate care effectively

Requirements:

• 1 year of experience in a related role

• Familiarity with resources for unsheltered populations

• Strong communication skills and organizational prowess

• High level of integrity and confidentiality

• Team-oriented approach with sound decision-making

Play a pivotal role in enhancing the lives of individuals in recovery within the USC Street Medicine framework.
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