Harm Reduction Specialist

Dept
:
Harm Reduction Services
Reports to
:
Harm Reduction Services Manager
Salary Range: $20.00 – $22.00 hourly

Position Summary: The Part-Time Harm Reduction Specialist supports the day-to-day operations of the Syringe Exchange Program (SEP) and advances the organization’s harm reduction mission by providing low-threshold, person-centered services to people who use drugs (PWUD). This position assists with syringe exchange transactions, participant engagement, and the delivery of harm reduction supplies, education, and referrals.

The Harm Reduction Specialist works under general supervision and exercises independent judgment within established policies and procedures. The position requires maintaining confidentiality, prioritizing multiple projects, and managing community outreach and client interactions with professionalism.

• High School Diploma/GED and/or at least 2 years of experience in delivering stigma-free, non-judgmental and culturally responsive services to diverse populations.
• A minimum of one year’s experience in a social service or healthcare environment delivering direct services to individuals who use drugs and members of marginalized communities, including BIPOC and LGBTQI+ individuals, is highly desirable.
• Experience working with diverse populations such as people who use drugs (PWUD), individuals with justice involvement, those facing mental health challenges, or experiencing homelessness is highly preferred.
• Lived experience with homelessness, substance use, justice involvement, and/or overdose is preferred.
• Experience-based knowledge of drug use, issues affecting people who use drugs , and the unregulated drug supply is highly preferred.

• Strong written, communication and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Electronic Health Record systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments and with external community partners.
• Commitment to cultural humility and ability to work respectfully with diverse populations.

• Valid New York State driver’s license and reliable access to a vehicle with current insurance for work-related travel, training, outreach, and occasional client transport (personal vehicle ownership is not required but consistent access is necessary).
• Willing and able to travel to other offices.
• Fluency in both Spanish and English preferred.

• Incorporate best practices regarding confidentiality into all job duties and communications in accordance with Article 27-F, 42 CFR, HIPAA, and ACR Health policies and procedures and other applicable regulations. Protect agency data in accordance with confidentiality procedures and protocols.
• Abide by ACR Health’s Policies, Procedures, Mission, Vision, and Values; provided in employee handbook.
• Communicate clearly and directly with supervisors, coworkers, consumers and community partners.
• Provide low-threshold, non-judgmental, and trauma-informed engagement with people who use drugs (PWUD), including distributing harm reduction supplies (sterile syringes, safer use materials, naloxone, and educational resources) and delivering overdose prevention, safer use, and risk reduction education to support participant safety and well-being.
• Assist with inventory tracking, supply preparation, and maintaining adequate stock of harm reduction materials.
• Assist with program outreach activities and special events, including community events, outreach initiatives, health fairs, and other program-related functions as assigned.
• Maintain accurate client and service records in accordance with the Syringe Exchange Program’s policies and procedures.
• Assist with the…