Syringe Access Program Coordinator

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Full-Time New York, NY, US

Salary Range: $67,000.00 To $73,000.00 Annually

Position Description

The Syringe Access Program Coordinator is responsible for coordination of syringe access operations and direct supervision of SEP staff and peers. Under the supervision of the Managing Director, Syringe Access Services, the Syringe Access Program Coordinator is responsible for maintaining the department’s readiness for welcoming individuals into our brick and mortar, mobile, and peer delivered services providing safer use supplies. Hours for this position are Monday – Friday, 8:00AM–4:00PM or 9:00AM–5:00PM.

The Syringe Access Program Coordinator is responsible for providing an array of harm reduction services to marginalized, street-based populations including people living with HIV, people who actively use and inject drugs, people with Hepatitis C, people who engage in sex work, and individuals experiencing homelessness. In addition to assisting with direct service to clients, the Syringe Access Program Coordinator also provides oversight of program operations.

Syringe access services are conducted utilizing a team-based, harm reduction approach that supports the client in identifying their own goals around substance use, sexual health, and engagement in additional services. This position supports the efforts of the Managing Director, AVP, and Senior Clinical Director to strengthen staff members’ clinical skills around client engagement and motivational interviewing.

Essential Job Functions

The following duties are mandatory requirements of the job:

Program Operations

Responsible for overseeing and coordinating SEP operations to include:

• Working with the Managing Director, coordinate and schedule staff to cover in-house and field-based syringe service shifts, lunch breaks, and delivery of services in an effective and safe manner.
• Track inventory of program supplies, assist with placing supply orders, and discuss new supply needs with Managing Director. Work with other department programs to ensure collaboration on ordering and supply use.
• Communicate of issues/problems relating to syringe access program delivery to the Managing Director.
• Serve as a team lead when working in the field, including assistance with safety and de-escalation, reporting incidents, and communicating challenges with management in regard to the any issues with the site of service.
• Maintain knowledge of vehicle maintenance and upkeep, including timely reporting to supervisor of any problems with the vehicle (i.e. leaks, oil, break flasher). Maintain communication with Program Director, Outreach Services regarding challenges, concerns, or needs with vehicles, gas cards, documentation, etc.
• Ensure SEP vehicles are routinely cleaned and presentable. Maintain cleaning supplies in the vehicles and in the parking lot to ensure these tasks can be completed by staff.
• Work with staff team to stock vehicle with program paperwork that is up to date to ensure smooth service delivery.

Syringe Access Services

• Assist the Managing Director, Syringe Access Services in working with community members, CBOs, the local NYPD precinct, and others in our catchment areas around harm reduction education, overdose prevention, and informational/educational sessions aimed at increasing access to safer syringe disposal and access to harm reduction services.
• Participate in meetings with funders, community provider networks,
• Conduct intakes and develop brief service plans in collaboration with the client.
• Make referrals as needed to primary care, mental health services, HIV/HCV/STI testing services, drug treatment and detoxification programs, case management, housing services, food pantry, benefits, emergency needs and other services.
• Support syringe exchange services in accordance with state, city, and agency regulations that include monitoring disposal of used syringes; distributing safer injection supplies; adhering to needle stick prevention guidelines; and providing HCV education,…