Harm Reduction Specialist will be located in Queens serving people experiencing homelessness (some with mental illness and/or substance use disorders) in order to assist the individual in the transitioning to permanent housing. Position responsibilities will include liaising with Peer-Delivered Syringe Exchange; Mobile Provider Syringe Exchange; developing, implementing, and facilitating in-house group programming; and providing and tracking opioid overdose prevention training for staff and clients. They will ensure safe sex education and materials are available to all residents. This individual will be expected to partner with appropriate Harm Reduction Service partners in the community that can provide services to the clients in the community.This position has a 35-hour work week.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Create and manage core Harm Reduction based curriculumLiaise with external Harm Reduction based partners to help coordinate servicesCoordinate and facilitate groups with clientsAssist program leadership in creating trainings for staff that ensure Harm Reduction practices are being taught and exercised by staffEnsure all staff are aware of needle stick prevention methods and agency policy and procedure around responding to needle sticksEnsure that there are adequate syringe disposal containers on site that are strategically located throughout the program site and will ensure that containers are emptied regularlyEnsure there are always safer-sex resources available to clients that are accessible in common spacesLiaise with on-site psychiatric and primary care provider, to support treatment planning which includes medications aimed at reducing/eliminating alcohol usePerform other related duties as assignedMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s DegreeTwo years of experience working with homeless adults and substance abuse issues preferredExperience with harm reduction and motivational interviewing techniques strongly preferredStrongly preferred: Valid NY or NJ driver’s license with a driving record in good standing and maintaining a good driving record (as defined by the organization)Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel and the ability to learn new programsExcellent writing and communication skillsBilingual Spanish/English is preferredAs part of our continued efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees and clients, and in compliance with the City of New York COVID-19 Safety Requirement Mandate, Breaking Ground strongly recommends all employees, interns, volunteers, and subcontractors to receive an FDA authorized and/or approved COVID-19 vaccination and provide a one-time verification of immunization as a condition of employment.