Canton City Harm Reduction Manager

Starting Salary: $64105 ($10-$20/hour in benefits)

Position Summary:We are seeking a passionate and experienced Harm Reduction Manager to lead and grow the Harm Reduction Programs at Canton City Public Health. Under general supervision this person is dedicated to mitigating the harms associated with substance use by implementing evidence-based harm reduction strategies. The Harm Reduction Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of our Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution Program (OENDP) and needle exchange services ensuring compliance with local regulations best practices and grant deliverables. This role requires strong leadership critical thinking organizational skills and a commitment to promoting health equity and reducing the adverse consequences of drug use in our community by embracing harm reduction as a public health strategy. This position is 100% grant funded.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Program Management:

• Develop implement and evaluate harm reduction programs including the Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution Program (OENDP) and needle exchange services in accordance with organizational goals and objectives state law and grant deliverables.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of harm reduction principles practices and emerging trends and laws to inform program development and implementation.
• Monitor program outcomes and effectiveness regularly assessing the impact of services on the target population.
• Develop workplans strategic plans and data reports/briefs to disseminate program goals and outcomes budget allocation and other program/facility metrics.
• Manage harm reduction facilities including rent utilities support services for the site and operational activities.
• Secure and uphold contracts to meet the needs of all harm reduction programs. Hold all partners accountable to contract terms.
• Manage program budgeting activities including securing quotes requesting purchase orders and paying invoices.

• Recruit train and develop staff and volunteers involved in harm reduction activities ensuring adherence to program protocols and ethical standards.
• Supervise direct report staff and volunteers: assign duties; approve work schedules timecards and time accounting; complete employee evaluations career development and disciplinary actions (as necessary); oversee work product accuracy and completeness etc.
• Provide ongoing support guidance and professional development opportunities to team members to enhance program delivery and efficacy.

• Foster positive relationships with community stakeholders including government agencies healthcare providers community and religious organizations and people who use drugs to promote collaboration and support for harm reduction initiatives.
• Represent the organization on community workgroups and at community meetings events and forums to advocate for harm reduction policies and educate the public about the importance of these services.

• Ensure compliance with local state and federal regulations governing harm reduction services including but not limited to drug distribution laws confidentiality requirements and safe needle disposal protocols.
• Implement quality assurance measures to maintain the safety effectiveness and integrity of harm reduction programs including regular audits risk assessments and process improvements.

• Develop and deliver educational materials workshops and training sessions on harm reduction principles overdose prevention safer drug use practices and related topics for diverse audiences.
• Conduct outreach activities to engage underserved communities and marginalized populations particularly those disproportionately affected by substance use-related harms.
• Serve as Naloxone Trainer for all of Stark County.

• Research funding opportunities from government agencies foundations and private donors to support harm reduction initiatives.
• Prepare grant proposals letters of inquiry and fundraising appeals in collaboration with relevant staff members ensuring alignment with programmatic goals and funder requirements.
• Manage grant application processes from start to finish including budget development narrative writing submission and post-award reporting.
• Manage the grant portfolio of CCPHs harm reduction programming. Ensure grant funding is secure by meeting and reporting grant deliverables in a timely and complete manner.
• Cultivate relationships with potential funders and stakeholders providing regular updates on program activities and outcomes to demonstrate impact and promote continued investment in harm reduction efforts.

• Participate in staff committees and workgroups.
• Provide support functions in response to public health emergencies as directed by the Health Commissioner.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Bachelors degree in public health social work community development or a related field OR equivalent experiential background.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in harm reduction programming substance use disorder treatment or public health advocacy.
• Minimum of one year of leadership experience
• Demonstrated leadership experiences such as spearheading community outreach programs leading advocacy campaigns or organization support groups to effectively engage with diverse populations and drive positive change.
• Experience implementing harm reduction principles strategies and best practices with a commitment to health equity social justice and harm reduction philosophy.
• Strong leadership communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse populations and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with local state and federal regulations and standards governing harm reduction services including but not limited to naloxone distribution laws and syringe exchange regulations.
• Experience in program development evaluation and quality assurance including data collection analysis and reporting.
• Ability to multitask prioritize workload and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data management software.

• Certification in National Incident Management System (NIMS) Incident Command Systems (ICS) levels 100 & 700.

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RATING
Your name will be placed on a list of eligible candidates upon receiving a passing score. Once the list has been established your name will remain on the list for a period of one (1) year.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE TO VETERANS
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NOTICE OF DRUG TESTING REQUIREMENT
Pursuant to Civil Service Rules applicants are hereby advised that the position of employment being examined forMAYbe subject to a drug test. The results of the drug test may affect the hiring status of any candidate in consideration.

NOTICE OF BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
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ADA COMPLIANCE
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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT
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