What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager – Community Outreach & Deflection (SCORI Initiative) position at Community Collaboration of Delaware?
About the Role
Community Collaboration of Delaware (CCD) is seeking a Program Manager to lead a high-impact, community-based initiative focused on addressing substance use disorder through outreach, harm reduction, and coordinated response with law enforcement.
This role will oversee implementation of the Seaford Community Opioid and Substance Use Disorder Response Initiative (SCORI), a partnership between CCD and the Seaford Police Department that utilizes a deflection model to redirect individuals from arrest into treatment and recovery services.
This is a hands-on leadership role that combines program management, field-based outreach oversight, staff supervision, and coordination with law enforcement and community partners.
What You’ll Do
- Lead day-to-day implementation of a grant-funded outreach and deflection program
- Supervise and support Certified Peer Recovery Specialists (CPRS) providing field-based services
- Coordinate outreach and engagement efforts in high-need areas, including harm reduction activities such as naloxone distribution
- Work closely with the Seaford Police Department to support co-response efforts and diversion from arrest to care
- Build and maintain relationships with treatment providers and community organizations
- Oversee “warm hand-off” referrals to treatment and recovery services
- Ensure accurate, timely data collection and reporting (including use of electronic data systems)
- Plan and oversee community workshops and overdose prevention trainings
- Monitor program performance and ensure alignment with grant expectations
What This Role Is (and Isn’t)
This role is:
- Field-based and community-facing
- Fast-paced and highly accountable
- Focused on real-time problem solving and coordination
This role is not:
- A traditional office-based program management position
- A clinical or counseling role
- A passive administrative role
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a leader who can operate effectively at the intersection of community outreach, behavioral health, and public systems.
Required Qualifications:
- Supervisory experience (minimum 1 year)
- Experience in community-based services, outreach, behavioral health, or related field
- Strong organizational and leadership skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with harm reduction, substance use disorder, or recovery support services
- Experience working with justice-involved populations or in collaboration with law enforcement
- Program management experience
- Lived experience in recovery (strongly valued)
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Associate’s degree with relevant experience will be considered)
Why Join CCD?
- Opportunity to lead a high-impact, grant-funded initiative
- Work at the forefront of public health and law enforcement collaboration
- Make a direct impact on reducing overdose risk and improving access to care
- Be part of a mission-driven organization focused on recovery and community support
Compensation
Salary range: $50,000 – $60,000 (commensurate with experience)
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in this role.
Salary : $50,000 - $60,000