Harm Reduction Volunteer

Role: Volunteers work with paid staff in a team approach to provide harm reduction education and resources needed to help slow the spread of HIV, Hep C, promote access to social and medical services and prevent overdoses.

Hours: One shift weekly, generally about 3 hours, flexible

Days: Monday through Friday, office hours, flexible

Expectations: Minimum 3 month commitment after completion of orientation.

Qualifications:

• Must be philosophically committed to the program and to Harm Reduction

• Must be a good listener

• Must be open-minded

Supervisor: Outreach Supervisor

Site: 12201 Euclid Ave (Uptown Centers)

Responsibilities:

· Prepare supplies and kits (safer sex supplies, safer use supplies) prior to site visits.

Benefits to the volunteer:

• learn about a special population of clients with special needs.

• be a part of a social change process.

• help prevent the spread of HIV, Hep C, other infectious diseases AND prevent overdose in our communities.