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Care Manager - Harm Reduction and Low Barrier Services:

Provide case management and specialized intervention services to clients in the syringe exchange and low barrier buprenorphine program. This includes assessment, service coordination, risk reduction knowledge and skill development, treatment planning, crisis intervention, HIV counseling/testing/referral, HCV counseling/testing/referral, drug overdose prevention, and related services.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and distribute harm reduction supplies 
• Provide education to the population on safe use and harm reduction and provide training and assistance with overdose reversal tools (eg. Narcan)
• Help clients navigate complex systems of housing, healthcare, recovery, and other social work organizations 
• Provide emotional support to clients in crisis, support emergency medical staff in the case of overdoses or injuries, and participate in creating a culture of safety and non-judgement

Requirements:

• A combination of education and relevant experience
• Valid driver's License and use of a personal vehicle

Structure:

• Full time (37.5 hours)
• Non-Exempt
• Union
• Hourly rate starting at $22.75
• We offer a competitive salary commensurate to experience

Benefits:

• Accrue 36 days of combined time off per year for full-time employees (and increasing with years of service); pro-rated for positions 16 hours or more
• Comprehensive BCBS Medical with 80% agency-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families (pro-rated for part time). This Point of Service Plan features no deductible.
• Two Dental options through Delta Dental
• Vision Insurance
• Employer 401(k) contributions
• Employer Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance
• Medical & Childcare Flexible Spending Account
• Childcare Stipend
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral program with financial payment
• Discounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truED
• Award-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and education
• Voluntary benefits from local/international businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, auto/home insurance, and more!
• Employee referral and sign on bonus is subject to Howard Center policy, for both internal and external applicants.

Our Values: Clients are at the heart of our decision making. We are committed to individual and collective well-being and success. We are responsible stewards of the resources entrusted to us. We are steadfast in our practice and pursuit of excellence.

Howard Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency's culture and service delivery is strengthened by the diversity of its workforce. Minorities, people of color, LGBTQIA+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. Visit "About Us" to review Howard Center's EOE policy.

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