Project Coordinator QRT (PORT)

Youth Services System

Job Location:

New Martinsville, WV - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 17 - 17

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

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

Required Experience:

DescriptionJob 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 ass...