Hourly: $7.25 - $50.00; bonus/equity: not specifie...
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Valid driver's license and car insurance
Clean drug screen prior to hire
Bachelor's degree in social work or related field
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The Jessamine County Health Department is seeking a Contracted Harm Reduction Outreach Worker who will provide case management and community outreach to individuals at high risk for overdose. This full-time position involves data collection, collaboration with various organizations, and direct engagement with underserved populations.
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Job Summary
The role focuses on reducing drug overdoses and recidivism by advocating for and planning care for clients with drug-related activities.
Employees will engage in proactive community outreach within high-risk regions to distribute Naloxone and link individuals to treatment services.
This position requires working directly with EMS, the University of Kentucky, and the Jessamine County Health Department to manage grant data and client cases.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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The Jessamine County Health Department is seeking a Contracted Harm Reduction Outreach Worker who will provide case management and community outreach to individuals at high risk for overdose. This full-time position involves data collection, collaboration with various organizations, and direct engagement with underserved populations.
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Salary
Hourly: $7.25 - $50.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Valid driver's license and car insurance
Clean drug screen prior to hire
Bachelor's degree in social work or related field
Experience with Naloxone distribution
Ability to work night shifts and hazardous conditions
Nice-to-have
Self-starter with strong initiative
Experience working with underserved populations
Ability to build trust with high-risk individuals
Strong data collection and reporting skills
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Community Health, or Criminal Justice