King County, WA
Harm Reduction Supplies Program Coordinator (PPMI)
King County, WA, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Overview
Public Health - Overdose Prevention and Response Team is looking for a
Project/Program Manager I (Harm Reduction Supplies Program Coordinator) . This position will work with local governmental and non-governmental community partners to increase equitable access to harm reduction supplies, including naloxone and fentanyl test strips. This role will engage with community partners across various low-barrier, harm reduction supply access points sponsored by or in partnership with PHSKC programming including harm reduction vending machines, the supply clearinghouse and ad hoc training and place-based response efforts. Background
The Health Sciences Division provides robust assessment and evaluation work and population health strategies to influence public health with a focus on community conditions through data, evidence, and emerging best practices in partnership with the community. The Overdose Prevention and Response program is responsible for reducing overdose deaths and improving the health of people who use drugs in King County. We are part of the Health Sciences Division in Public Health-Seattle & King County. To learn more about the Overdose Prevention and Response work and explore the data dashboards, go to www.kingcounty.gov/overdose. Note: This posting will create a list of qualified candidates that may be considered for selection of additional vacancies of the same position type over the next 6 months. Commitment To Equity and Social Justice
Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures. The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all – in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts. We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities. To learn more, please visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx Work Schedule
The typical work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and may include some evenings and weekends depending on community needs. This is a Non-Exempt position and is subject to the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is overtime eligible. Work Location
This is a hybrid position with both in office and remote work opportunities. The primary location for this position will be based on the 11th floor of the Chinook Building located at 401 5th Ave in Seattle, WA 98104. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. Teleworking
Some of the work associated with this position will be performed through teleworking, and will report to office location and to meetings as needed. Travel to other work locations may be necessary. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. Teleworking includes a County issued laptop and a required reliable internet connection. King County provides tools and resources to support remote work. The selected candidate will join an innovative and progressive team. Job Duties
PHSKC Harm Reduction Supply Clearinghouse
Lead harm reduction supply inventory and ordering, as well coordinate distribution and conduct intakes. Develop technical assistance material and resources for clearinghouse agencies. SharePoint management. Lead coordination of Public Health Reserve Corps (PHRC) Volunteers, as needed. Liaison with finance team to process invoices. Harm Reduction Vending Machines
Develop, implement and monitor feedback forms, conduct quarterly check-ins with host sites. Manage inventory. Restock machines, as needed. Lead annual trainings for host sites. Special Projects
Lead REDCap data Entry and reporting, compile monthly distribution and qualitative data. Deliver community-based overdose prevention trainings. Provide administrative support to Harm Reduction Supplies Manager with Special Projects, as needed. Other duties, as assigned. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Minimum
Demonstrated knowledge of harm reduction principles, opioid and stimulant overdose response. Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and independently. Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds and build trust within the community. Knowledge of equity and social justice principles and practices, and understanding of the effects of place, race and policy, systems and environment-based inequities on marginalized communities and populations. Knowledge of local resources and services related to substance use, homeless and housing services. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Teams, SharePoint, Office, Word, Excel, Powerpoint). Desired
Experience working in housing or homeless service settings, harm reduction, overdose prevention, training and education, and/or outreach programs. Previous experience with REDCap. Supplemental Information
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. This position may require extensive background checks and compliance with agency policies. For more information, see the job posting details and the recruiter contact below. Application Process
To apply, follow the instructions in this job posting. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, or require accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. Contact
For questions about this recruitment, please contact Salyse Duckworth, HR Analyst at sduckworth@kingcounty.gov.
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Public Health - Overdose Prevention and Response Team is looking for a
Project/Program Manager I (Harm Reduction Supplies Program Coordinator) . This position will work with local governmental and non-governmental community partners to increase equitable access to harm reduction supplies, including naloxone and fentanyl test strips. This role will engage with community partners across various low-barrier, harm reduction supply access points sponsored by or in partnership with PHSKC programming including harm reduction vending machines, the supply clearinghouse and ad hoc training and place-based response efforts. Background
The Health Sciences Division provides robust assessment and evaluation work and population health strategies to influence public health with a focus on community conditions through data, evidence, and emerging best practices in partnership with the community. The Overdose Prevention and Response program is responsible for reducing overdose deaths and improving the health of people who use drugs in King County. We are part of the Health Sciences Division in Public Health-Seattle & King County. To learn more about the Overdose Prevention and Response work and explore the data dashboards, go to www.kingcounty.gov/overdose. Note: This posting will create a list of qualified candidates that may be considered for selection of additional vacancies of the same position type over the next 6 months. Commitment To Equity and Social Justice
Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures. The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all – in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts. We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities. To learn more, please visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx Work Schedule
The typical work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and may include some evenings and weekends depending on community needs. This is a Non-Exempt position and is subject to the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is overtime eligible. Work Location
This is a hybrid position with both in office and remote work opportunities. The primary location for this position will be based on the 11th floor of the Chinook Building located at 401 5th Ave in Seattle, WA 98104. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. Teleworking
Some of the work associated with this position will be performed through teleworking, and will report to office location and to meetings as needed. Travel to other work locations may be necessary. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. Teleworking includes a County issued laptop and a required reliable internet connection. King County provides tools and resources to support remote work. The selected candidate will join an innovative and progressive team. Job Duties
PHSKC Harm Reduction Supply Clearinghouse
Lead harm reduction supply inventory and ordering, as well coordinate distribution and conduct intakes. Develop technical assistance material and resources for clearinghouse agencies. SharePoint management. Lead coordination of Public Health Reserve Corps (PHRC) Volunteers, as needed. Liaison with finance team to process invoices. Harm Reduction Vending Machines
Develop, implement and monitor feedback forms, conduct quarterly check-ins with host sites. Manage inventory. Restock machines, as needed. Lead annual trainings for host sites. Special Projects
Lead REDCap data Entry and reporting, compile monthly distribution and qualitative data. Deliver community-based overdose prevention trainings. Provide administrative support to Harm Reduction Supplies Manager with Special Projects, as needed. Other duties, as assigned. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Minimum
Demonstrated knowledge of harm reduction principles, opioid and stimulant overdose response. Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and independently. Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds and build trust within the community. Knowledge of equity and social justice principles and practices, and understanding of the effects of place, race and policy, systems and environment-based inequities on marginalized communities and populations. Knowledge of local resources and services related to substance use, homeless and housing services. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Teams, SharePoint, Office, Word, Excel, Powerpoint). Desired
Experience working in housing or homeless service settings, harm reduction, overdose prevention, training and education, and/or outreach programs. Previous experience with REDCap. Supplemental Information
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. This position may require extensive background checks and compliance with agency policies. For more information, see the job posting details and the recruiter contact below. Application Process
To apply, follow the instructions in this job posting. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, or require accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. Contact
For questions about this recruitment, please contact Salyse Duckworth, HR Analyst at sduckworth@kingcounty.gov.
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