Community Outreach Specialist

University of Nevada, Reno

Reno, Nevada, US
Not specified
Community outreach education
Overdose prevention education
Supply maintenance and management
The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a Community Outreach Specialist to support community projects related to opioid overdose prevention. The role involves conducting outreach, maintaining community relations, and managing supplies while requiring relevant experience and a flexible schedule

Job Summary

  • This position supports the project team to develop and implement community projects undertaken by the School of Public Health, primarily responsible for conducting community outreach to provide 1-on-1 overdose prevention education discussions.
  • The role requires a driver's license, frequent travel within the Reno/Sparks community, and up to 50% of the work will involve walking and standing while conducting outreach, potentially in inclement weather.
  • The University of Nevada, Reno offers a remarkable retirement plan with a 19.25% employer match, health insurance options, generous leave, and tuition benefits for faculty and dependents.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a Community Outreach Specialist to support community projects related to opioid overdose prevention. The role involves conducting outreach, maintaining community relations, and managing supplies while requiring relevant experience and a flexible schedule.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Community outreach education
  • Overdose prevention education
  • Supply maintenance and management
  • Building community relations
  • Making community referrals
  • Frequent travel within Reno/Sparks

Nice-to-have

  • Lived experience with substance use
  • Lived experience with homelessness
  • Variable work schedule flexibility

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma and three years of related work experience
  • Associate's degree and two years of related work experience
  • Bachelor’s degree and one year of related work experience
  • Master’s degree
  • Driver's license

Work Rights

Not specified

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