COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER (CHW) Opioid Education, Naloxone Distribution & Community Outreach

COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER (CHW) Opioid Education, Naloxone Distribution & Community Outreach Department: Position Type: Full-Time Reports To: Position Summary The Community Health Worker (CHW) will support Delta Health Center, Inc. (DHC) in implementing community-based opioid education, overdose prevention, fentanyl test strip (FTXS) distribution, and naloxone education and distribution activities throughout DHC's six-county service area. The CHW will plan, coordinate, schedule, and conduct public outreach and patient education activities at all of DHC's primary care clinics and within communities served by DHC. The CHW will provide evidence-based opioid education and overdose prevention information and conduct one-on-one and small-group Opioid Education and Naloxone Distribution (OEND) sessions for friends and family members of individuals with diagnosed or suspected opioid use disorder (OUD). The CHW will serve as a community-facing representative of DHC and will establish relationships with patients, families, community organizations, schools, faith-based organizations, local agencies, and other community partners to increase awareness of opioid-related risks and available prevention and harm-reduction resources. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Community Outreach & Education Plan, coordinate, schedule, and conduct a minimum of 24 public outreach and education events during the 12-month project period. Conduct outreach activities at all of DHC's primary care clinics and throughout the organization's six-county service area. Develop and maintain an annual outreach calendar identifying target communities, locations, partner organizations, and educational activities. Provide education regarding the dangers of opioids and other substances that may be contaminated with illicitly manufactured fentanyl (IMF). Conduct educational presentations for patients, families, community groups, faith-based organizations, schools, civic organizations, and other appropriate audiences. Adapt educational materials and presentations to meet the needs of different populations and literacy levels. Promote awareness of opioid use disorder, overdose prevention, treatment resources, recovery services, and available community resources. Participate in health fairs, community events, mobile health activities, clinic-based events, and other outreach opportunities. Establish and maintain positive relationships with community partners to expand DHC's outreach capacity. FTXS Distribution Distribute fentanyl test strips (FTXS) during public outreach and patient education activities in accordance with program requirements and organizational policies. Make FTXS available to DHC patients and attendees at public outreach events who request them. Provide appropriate education regarding the purpose, use, limitations, and safe handling of FTXS. Maintain accurate records of FTXS inventory, distribution, and replenishment. Monitor inventory levels and communicate supply needs to the appropriate supervisor. Ensure distribution activities comply with applicable DHC policies, grant requirements, and applicable laws and regulations. Opioid Education & Naloxone Distribution (OEND) Provide one-on-one and small-group OEND sessions for friends and family members of individuals with diagnosed or suspected OUD. Provide OEND to eligible DHC patients and attendees at public outreach events. Educate participants regarding opioid overdose risks, recognizing signs of an overdose, emergency response, and the role of naloxone. Provide naloxone education and distribution in accordance with DHC policies, program requirements, and applicable laws. Encourage participants to discuss treatment and recovery resources with individuals experiencing OUD when appropriate. Provide referrals to appropriate behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, primary care, and community resources. Maintain a respectful, nonjudgmental, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive approach when wor…

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