Outreach Worker - HIP

Role and Responsibilities The HIP Outreach Worker supports harm reduction preparation and outreach activities/events, including packing outreach supplies; loading and transporting supplies; setting up and breaking down tables and tents; assisting with participant registration and related documentation; directing participants to staff or appropriate services; and distributing supplies. Office-based support with harm reduction supplies and program organization. The HIP Outreach Worker reports to and is supervised by the Harm Reduction Coordinator.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(75%):

• Provide support to the Harm Reduction Specialists in the preparation of harm reduction and associated outreach activities and events; preparation, transportation, set-up and take-down, unpacking
• Assist at outreach activities and events: registration documentation, supplies distribution, redirection to appropriate staff and services area;
• Conduct a basic overview of HIP services information and periodic survey feedback from participants at outreach activities.
• Support daily harm reduction supply processing by assisting with deliveries and placing packages in storage.
• Communication and behavior are expected to be professional and courteous toward staff, participants, and clients.
• This field-based position requires a personal vehicle to transport supplies, and equipment to and from outreach sites.

ADMINISTRATIVE

(10%):

• Comply with City, County, State, and Federal contractual agreements.
• Gather and submit activity and event paperwork to the site lead or program coordinator

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Two years of college education related to the field or equivalent work experience related to the position.
• Proficiency in writing and comprehension skills.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel applications.
• Able to communicate clearly and professionally Preferred Skills
• Bilingual or bicultural capabilities with Los Angeles County threshold languages: Arabic, Armenian, Cantonese, Farsi, Urdu, Khmer (Cambodian), Korean, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish, Tagalog, Vietnamese, Japanese, Samoan, Tongan, Hawaiian, and or other AAPI languages.
• Fluent in Spanish (verbal and written)
• Knowledge of substance abuse (particularly alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, and prescription drugs) and related issues General Requirements and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's):
• Permanent resident or U.S. Citizen; proof of work eligibility upon hiring.
• Valid California Driver's License and personal vehicle insurance
• Must have at least (1) year of recovery or drug-free lifestyle as of the date of the application.
• Must provide proof of full vaccination and 1st Booster against Covid-19 upon hiring.
• Ability to get along well with others, be punctual, pleasant, and tactful with professional appearance and conduct.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, clients and their families, community organizations, and the general public.
• Ability to be culturally competent in age groups, gender identity, sexual orientation, spiritual beliefs, socioeconomic status, and diverse cultures.

Physical Requirements:

Moderate Duty This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working, or handling irregular surfaces; occasional lifting of objects over 25 pounds; and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Ascending and descending ladders and staircases will be more frequent. For example, this position frequently involves moving and organizing agency supplies to outreach sites.

AADAP, INC. IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND ADHERES TO HIRING PRACTICES IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL AND STATE REGULATIONS

Pay:

$18.50 - $20.50 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person