Harm Reduction Peer Navigator

Collect, document, and enter participant encounters, outreach contacts, referrals, services, outcomes, and program activities utilizing Survey123 and other agency-approved systems.

Support community outreach events, wellness activities, health fairs, overdose prevention events, trainings, and other community engagement activities.

Assist with preparation, transportation, inventory, distribution, and reconciliation of harm reduction supplies, educational materials, incentives, testing supplies, and outreach resources.

Operate agency vehicles and travel throughout Los Angeles County to conduct outreach activities, transport participants and staff as authorized, and support program operations.

Maintain outreach vehicles, equipment, supplies, and program materials in a safe, organized, and operational manner.

Foster collaborative relationships with community organizations, healthcare providers, local agencies, community leaders, stakeholders, and other service providers.

Participate in required trainings, supervision sessions, meetings, collaborations, case conferences, and professional development activities.

Maintain compliance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, agency policies, safety protocols, funder requirements, and applicable laws and regulations.

Maintain regular attendance and uphold Agency mission statement, values, policies, procedures, and principles.

Perform other duties as assigned. Secondary Functions

Support special projects, outreach campaigns, community events, public health initiatives, and program activities as assigned.

Provide support during emergency response efforts, community health initiatives, and special outreach events as needed.

Assist with inventory management, event preparation, supply distribution, and other operational activities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: –

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required  This position is designated as a peer position. Lived experience related to substance use, recovery, homelessness, behavioral health challenges, justice involvement, sex work, or other experiences reflective of the populations served is required.  A minimum of one (1) year of experience in harm reduction, peer support, outreach, public health, healthcare, homelessness services, behavioral health services, or other community-based services is required.  Demonstrated knowledge of harm reduction principles, overdose prevention practices, trauma-informed care, participant-centered engagement, and low-barrier service delivery is required.  Candidates must possess the ability to effectively engage and support diverse populations through a non-judgmental, culturally responsive approach.  Experience with outreach, participant education, service navigation, referrals, community engagement, documentation, data collection, and ArcGIS Survey123 is preferred. Bilingual Spanish/English skills are preferred.  Additional requirements include verification of employment eligibility, successful background clearance, TB clearance, CPR and First Aid certification within required agency timeframes  A valid California Driver License, proof of insurance, reliable transportation, and an acceptable driving record.

Supervisory Responsibilities This position does not have supervisory responsibilities. Environmental Conditions (Working Conditions) Work is performed in office, community, field, outreach, encampment, healthcare, and event environments. Position requires extensive interaction with individuals experiencing homelessness, substance use disorders, behavioral health challenges, and other complex needs. Exposure to high-crime areas, adverse weather conditions, infectious diseases, moving vehicles, aggressive animals, and challenging field conditions may occur.

Physical Requirements Regular sitting, standing, walking, driving, typing, speaking, listening, bending, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 25 pounds. Position requires frequent movement between office, outreach, community, and service locations.

Mental Requirements Must be able to work effectively under pressure, manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing environments, respond to crisis situations, exercise sound judgment, maintain professional boundaries, process information accurately, and remain effective in unpredictable situations.