Program Coordinator

Job Purpose:

Address the opioid crisis and sexual violence in Indigenous communities by shifting social norms, confronting outdated attitudes and victim-blaming, and learning to frame these issues as critical public health concerns.

Main Responsibilities:

• 1. Program Coordination and Implementation – Coordinate daily harm reduction activities and ensure programs operate effectively and meet community needs.
• 2. Community Outreach and Education – Engage with individuals affected by substance use, provide harm reduction education, and connect participants with healthcare and social services.
• 3. Harm Reduction Supply Distribution – Distribute supplies such as naloxone and other overdose prevention resources, following program guidelines and applicable regulations.
• 4. Data Collection and Reporting – Maintain accurate program records, track service delivery and participant outcomes, and prepare reports to support program evaluation and compliance.
• 5. Community Partnerships and Resource Referrals – Build relationships with healthcare providers, community organizations, and public health agencies to coordinate referrals and improve access to services.

Scope and Travel:

• Travel Requirements: Local travel may be required for community outreach, program activities, partner meetings, trainings, and service delivery at community locations.

Qualifications:

• Associate or bachelor's degree in public health, Social Work, Human Services, Community Health, or a related field preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in harm reduction, public health, substance use services, community outreach, or a related field preferred.
• Experience coordinating community-based programs, outreach activities, or health education initiatives.
• Experience with data collection, recordkeeping, monthly progress reports, and final program reports.
• Experience connecting individuals to healthcare services, substance use treatment, social services, and other community resources.
• Experience working with diverse and underserved populations using a trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and nonjudgmental approach.
• Experience distributing harm reduction supplies and providing overdose prevention education preferred.
• Experience collaborating with community partners, healthcare providers, and public health agencies.

Skills & Competencies:

• Management and leadership skills
• Ability to schedule and manage tasks effectively
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Cost control and budgeting skills
• Organizational and multitasking skills