Ross County Health District
Location
Chillicothe, OH | United States
Job description
The Ross County Health District, is an equal opportunity employer, strives to hire and maintain a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the culture and demographics of the population we serve.
POSITION INTRODUCTION:
The Post Overdose Response Team (PORT) Coordinator will deliver high quality, harm reduction focused overdose follow-ups to individuals, families and businesses that have experienced an overdose. The PORT Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating outreach events with first responder partners, documenting every encounter with individuals, and management of data into the CORDATA data collection system. This position will develop, implement, and evaluate PORT policies and coordinate the overdose fatality and suicide review. The PORT Coordinator will work with the Director of Health Promotion and Quality Improvement to develop and present first responder training about harm reduction, substance use, and overdose. The PORT Coordinator will be responsible for following up with individuals after the initial visit and on an ongoing basis or as needed. The PORT Coordinator will support various first responders and outreach staff to provide overdose prevention education, naloxone distribution, and linkages to treatment and other resources for communities in Ross County, Ohio. This is a grant funded position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS and CHARACTERISTICS:
· Self-starter with ability to organize, schedule and complete assigned work, team player willing to assist co-workers in completion of assignments, ability to work well with the public.
· Strong knowledge of community resources.
· Ability to collect, analyze, and organize data.
· Ability to develop, organize, and implement policies and procedures.
· Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
· Ability to prepare informative and accurate reports on program progress.
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LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
· Must have a valid State of Ohio driver’s license and remain insurable in accordance with the agency’s insurance policy.
· Ability to pass a B.C.I. Background Check and Drug Screening.
Benefits:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Retirement Plan (OPERS)
Tuition Reimbursement
Vacation
Sick Leave
Personal Leave
14 Paid Holidays
Salary Range:
$21.18 - $25.42
Schedule
8-hour shift – Mon – Friday
To apply : Send cover letter and a resume to: [email protected]
If you have questions regarding this position please contact Kim Hardesty, Director at 740 779 9652.
Position open until filled.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.18 - $25.42 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
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Work Location: In person
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