Community Ambassador (Casual I)
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Opioid Abatement Strategies Effectiveness Evaluation (OASEE) has an opening for a Community Ambassador (Casual I) reporting to the Senior Research Associate in Chicago. This is a short-term primarily remote casual position (per diem) through June 30 2026. The Community Ambassador will work with a team on an evaluation project specifically related to opioid overdose prevention response and recovery in the state of Illinois.
This person in this position is expected to have experience and/or knowledge of substance use disorder and the delivery of related services in the community. For this position we prioritize individuals who have lived and living recovery experience as well as some education around harm reduction substance use challenges mental health and/or recovery.
EDC casual employees generally work as needed. A casual position receives statutory benefits of Social Security contributions Medicare contributions unemployment insurance workers compensation insurance and sick leave. A casual position ends when work is complete.
You will:
The person in this position is expected to communicate clearly and courteously; to develop and maintain positive relationships with others; and to work respectfully with colleagues. Under general management guidance the Community Ambassador will work with a team on an evaluation capacity building project in Illinois by:
- Completing evaluation planning including designing research and evaluation activities tools and protocols
- Conducting data collection including recruiting for and administering surveys as well as conducting interviews and focus groups
- Conducting data interpretation and analysis
- Assisting with writing editing materials and developing recommendations presentations and brief reports to disseminate evaluation findings
- Assisting in technical assistance related to evaluation project including community outreach and engagement with partners and capacity building with community-based agencies
- Participating in engagement and relationship-building with organizations that serve the recovery community in southern Illinois as well as individuals who receive services from these organizations
- Collaborating with team staff to conduct work
- Integrating community-based perspectives and lived experiences into evaluation project activities and project deliverables
- Participating in primarily virtual weekly staff team meetings on Teams and video conferencing software
- Traveling once yearly for meetings trainings and/or conferences in Illinois
Qualifications :
This position requires excellent organizational skills; demonstrable initiative creativity and flexibility; ability to work effectively in groups and independently; strong interpersonal skills; excellent writing skills. Being open-minded using approaches grounded in humility and a willingness to learn and grow are key.
Skills & Experience
- At least 2 years related experience in community engagement related to substance use disorder and the delivery of these services in the community
- Experience with data collection research and evaluation activities with social service agencies in Illinois
- Proficiency with computer applications including Internet research Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications (access to computer required)
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Individuals who have lived and living recovery experience as well as some education around harm reduction substance use challenges mental health and/or recovery
- Experience and/or knowledge about the multiple pathways of recovery
- Community engagement experience in southern Illinois
Travel
- Ability to travel and to attend in-person meetings and events at various locations across Illinois particularly southern Illinois
Additional Information :
EDC affirms its steadfast commitment to uphold the highest standards of conduct ensuring the protection of all individuals from misconduct and maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards any violation of these rights. Safeguarding refers to the measures and practices put in place to protect individuals particularly vulnerable groups from harm abuse neglect and exploitation.
This position offers an anticipated hourly rate of approximately $30-33.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran you have the right to request accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the EDC job opportunities website as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by e-mailing or by calling 202.572.3781.
Remote Work :
Yes
Employment Type :
Part-time
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