Project Coordinator QRT (PORT) at YOUTH SERVICES SYSTEM INC

New Martinsville, West Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Apr, 26

Salary

17.0

Posted On

14 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Prevention, Community Organizing, Outreach, Networking, Microsoft Office Suite, Community Resources, Evidence-Based Programming, Substance Use Disorder Peer Recovery Support Specialist Certification

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Job Details Job Location: New Martinsville - New Martinsville, WV 26155 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: None Salary Range: $17.00 - $17.00 Hourly Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services Job Summary: The Quick Response Team Coordinator will work with county-level overdose response teams in both Marshall and Wetzel counties, and respond to overdose referrals. The Coordinator will conduct Substance Use Disorder Peer Recovery Support Specialist (SUD PRSS) duties including assessments and referrals for services for clients in compliance with grant and privacy standards. The Coordinator will conduct outreach, disseminate naloxone, and participate in community meetings and events. Duties and Responsibilities: Use Local, Regional, State and Federal Data & Share Data with Stakeholders Implement Annual Comprehensive Prevention Plan (QRT) in Compliance with Grant Goals, Objectives & Outcomes, using Culturally Appropriate & Evidence-Based Practices Network and Strengthen Partnerships with Local Organizations and Individuals to Implement Plan Activity Support & Sustain Local Community 1) Marshall & 2) Wetzel County QRT Teams Provide BBH and Marshall University Approved Education Attend All Required Trainings and Meetings Prepare, Submit & Maintain Monthly Activity Reporting Forms, Plan Progress Reports and Other Required Documentation Research and Assist with Securing Alternative Funding Sources to Implement & Sustain Projects Perform Other Duties as Assigned Qualifications Required Skills/Abilities: Experience in prevention, early intervention strategies and community organizing preferred. Experience with outreach and networking preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Excel and PowerPoint) Knowledge of and ability to access existing community resources and services. Familiarity with evidenced-based programming a plus. Education and Experience: Must hold an active Substance Use Disorder Peer Recovery Support Specialist (SUD PRSS) certification from the WV Certification Board for Addiction & Prevention Professionals (WVCBAPP) or be certified within one year from hire date

Responsibilities

The Quick Response Team Coordinator will work with county-level overdose response teams and respond to overdose referrals. The Coordinator will conduct outreach, disseminate naloxone, and participate in community meetings and events.