Overdose Prevention Coordinator

Title: Overdose Prevention Coordinator - 61006258

Location: Lexington , United States

Job type:Hybrid
Time Type: Full Time
Job id: 61006258 / 180402
 

Job Description:

 

Hiring Range - Min.
$55,100.00

Hiring Range - Max.
$65,300.00

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THIS IS A REPOST.

PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY AND ARE STILL BEING CONSIDERED.

This position will oversee harm reduction material dissemination as a part of Overdose Data to Action in States (OD2A-S) funding and other related grants. Responsibilities also include supporting grant management, being the liaison for assigned prevention activities, and reporting on assigned prevention activities progress and outcomes.

Oversee the dissemination of harm reduction materials (i.e., Naloxone, Fentanyl Test Strips) to at-risk or vulnerable populations. Support grants manager with grant-related activities, such as contract development and execution, annual reviews, workplan, and reporting. Serves as a point-of-contact between the South Carolina Department of Public Health (SCDPH) and partners related to assigned prevention activities. Work with internal and external partners to expand overdose death prevention work. Use data to refine existing activities, support the implementation of new activities, and identify and mitigate risks to reaching program objectives. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and relevant program experience.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Agency Additional Requirements: Must have a valid driver's license. Periodic travel within and out-of-state, including overnight travel, may be required. Potential for extended work hours as necessary by the Agency.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

Preferred Qualifications

A master's degree in health or related field and at least 1-3 years of experience in the public health, experience writing and reporting data, monitoring programs, and providing support to stakeholders. Knowledge of substance use, opioids or mental health.

Additional Comments

EEO: The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

STATE DISASTER PLAN: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

IMMUNIZATION: All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Pertussis, Varicella, and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for Temporary Grant positions that includes:

• 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year

• 15 days Sick Leave per year

• 13 Paid Holidays

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.

• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)

• Retirement benefit choices *

• State Retirement Plan (SCRS)

• State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

• Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.