TulaRay
Harm Reduction Technical Advisor
TulaRay, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, us, 17124
Job Description
Harm Reduction Technical Advisor
Department of Health (DOH), Drug Surveillance and Misuse Prevention Office (ODSMP)
Job Description:
Serve as lead for DOH's distribution of harm reduction supplies and collaborate with sister agencies and local stakeholders to improve access.Serve as a liaison between drug checking programs and ODSMP.Identify and recommend opportunities to improve overdose response capacity at the state and local level.Serve as a subject matter expert regarding the health of people who use drugs (PWUD); identify and implement strategies to improve overdose prevention, harm reduction, and disease prevention programs relevant to PWUD.Serve as ODSMP's main point-of contact for overdose fatality review teams, assist in translating local findings into actionable strategies, and provide technical assistance to local teams in identifying and implementing harm reduction recommendations.Monitor emerging and promising practices related to harm reduction.Review and analyze policies and bills related to harm reduction and overdose prevention and propose improvements.Support ODSMP staff in the implementation of harm reduction and overdose prevention programs.Required and preferred qualifications:
5+ years professional and/or work experience in public policy, public health, overdose prevention, and/or harm reduction with a minimum of 2 years of experience in Pennsylvania.Graduate degree in political science, public health, public policy, social work, or related field.Understanding of the harm reduction, drug checking, and communicable disease prevention landscape in Pennsylvania; established connections with organizations in Pennsylvania required.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Strong interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to maintain partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.Technical advising expertise, with the ability to engage stakeholders to determine current needs, identify policy implementation opportunities, deliver reports to relevant stakeholders, and create comprehensive strategies for implementation.Familiarity with the philosophy and principles of harm reduction as it relates to PWUD.
About Us:
TulaRay partners with clients to create staffing solutions that meet unique organizational needs. Our services are designed to reduce administrative burdens, protect your brand, and improve assignment time-to-fill. We believe that mutually successful client relationships are built on lasting quality and exceptional customer service. We pride ourselves on our uncompromising commitment to high-quality emergency management & healthcare personnel, while ensuring that our clients are taken care of with personalized attention. TulaRay manages total compliance and respectfully supports hundreds of professionals and patient-centered programs.
TulaRay is proud to be an affirmative action employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by visiting our website at tularay.com
Harm Reduction Technical Advisor
Department of Health (DOH), Drug Surveillance and Misuse Prevention Office (ODSMP)
Job Description:
Serve as lead for DOH's distribution of harm reduction supplies and collaborate with sister agencies and local stakeholders to improve access.Serve as a liaison between drug checking programs and ODSMP.Identify and recommend opportunities to improve overdose response capacity at the state and local level.Serve as a subject matter expert regarding the health of people who use drugs (PWUD); identify and implement strategies to improve overdose prevention, harm reduction, and disease prevention programs relevant to PWUD.Serve as ODSMP's main point-of contact for overdose fatality review teams, assist in translating local findings into actionable strategies, and provide technical assistance to local teams in identifying and implementing harm reduction recommendations.Monitor emerging and promising practices related to harm reduction.Review and analyze policies and bills related to harm reduction and overdose prevention and propose improvements.Support ODSMP staff in the implementation of harm reduction and overdose prevention programs.Required and preferred qualifications:
5+ years professional and/or work experience in public policy, public health, overdose prevention, and/or harm reduction with a minimum of 2 years of experience in Pennsylvania.Graduate degree in political science, public health, public policy, social work, or related field.Understanding of the harm reduction, drug checking, and communicable disease prevention landscape in Pennsylvania; established connections with organizations in Pennsylvania required.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Strong interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to maintain partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.Technical advising expertise, with the ability to engage stakeholders to determine current needs, identify policy implementation opportunities, deliver reports to relevant stakeholders, and create comprehensive strategies for implementation.Familiarity with the philosophy and principles of harm reduction as it relates to PWUD.
About Us:
TulaRay partners with clients to create staffing solutions that meet unique organizational needs. Our services are designed to reduce administrative burdens, protect your brand, and improve assignment time-to-fill. We believe that mutually successful client relationships are built on lasting quality and exceptional customer service. We pride ourselves on our uncompromising commitment to high-quality emergency management & healthcare personnel, while ensuring that our clients are taken care of with personalized attention. TulaRay manages total compliance and respectfully supports hundreds of professionals and patient-centered programs.
TulaRay is proud to be an affirmative action employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by visiting our website at tularay.com