Beyond Program Co-Facilitator and Case Manager

Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week

Schedule: 9am-5pm, 12-8 Wednesdays, occasional nights and weekends
Salary: $23/hour depending on experience

About the Organization

Through peer-based outreach, Project Weber/RENEW provides harm reduction services, builds relationships with the people we serve, and fights for systemic change. We empower people who engage in drug use and/or sex work to make healthier and safer choices within their own lives. We believe that all people deserve a loving space free from judgment and that everyone has the power to change.

We are ecstatic to begin hiring to open the first state regulated overdose prevention  center (OPC) in the country. The OPC will provide a safe, clean space in which someone can use pre-obtained substances. OPCs have been proven to reduce overdoses , prevent the spread of infectious disease and save lives. With trained medical and peer staff on hand to provide safe supplies, monitoring, and a space in which to feel comfortable, clients are much more likely to engage in other support services. 

Commitment to Inclusive Hiring

Project Weber/RENEW believes that a broad range of ideas, lived experiences, and backgrounds enriches our workplace, contributes to compassionate and innovative thinking, and attracts talented people focused on client-centered care. We are eager to welcome team members who share this belief as we strive to create an environment that reflects the rich diversity and strength of our communities. We strongly encourage candidates who have experiences in the work we do in the world or from other historically marginalized communities to apply to join the Project Weber/Renew team.

Position Summary:

We are currently looking for a staff member to coordinate our Beyond the Understanding of Gender programing. PWR’s Beyond program delivers harm-reduction-based, gender-affirming care to transgender and gender-diverse individuals in Rhode Island. They will serve as the face of our program to clients coming in for Beyond and other Project Weber/RENEW services and work in our on-site Drop-in Center in Providence. 

Job Summary

General Duties:

• Maintain case files for Beyond group clients
• Conduct intakes for new Beyond clients
• Accompany Beyond clients to appointments, when necessary

• Provide clients with information and guidance on available support programs; conduct follow-up sessions to ensure services are provided.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings with clients when necessary

• Plan and coordinate our weekly support group 
• Coordinate Beyond sponsored events and programming
• Maintain a consistent, client-facing presence at the office.
• Assist in compiling and analyzing data for reporting and grant application purposes
• Collaborate with staff to research and develop training materials on LGBTQIA+ issues
• Assist in creating presentations and resources for workshops and trainings.
• Support individuals experiencing substance use disorder, homelessness and other life experiences through such activities as providing harm reduction and basic needs supplies.
• Assist with legal name changes for clients, support navigating the process and connecting clients with relevant resources.
• Participate in weekly staff meetings and other meetings as needed
• Provides drop-in center coverage at least twice a week

Skills:

• LGBTQ+ people, BIPOC, and people with connections to and knowledge of the LGBTQ+ community are strongly encouraged to apply
• Individuals with current or former experience with substance use strongly encouraged to apply
• Experience with Naloxone and overdose intervention an asset
• This position requires amount of physical labor, must be able to lift at least 25 lbs
• Experience working in community health with marginalized populations preferred. Including active drug users, unstably housed individuals, sex workers or formerly incarcerated individuals
• Maintains respect and compassion for all clients being served, regardless of their active drug use or treatment compliance
• Commitment to harm reduction and social justice as it pertains to individuals who use drugs or engage in sex work in a multi-cultural, multi-racial environment, in a non-judgmental way
• Spanish language skills are highly preferred
• Proficiency communicating with all forms of social media
• Proficiency with google suite of products

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $23 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health insurance
• Retirement
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Send email to klarson@weberrenew.org with your resume and:
  • Please describe your experience working with people who use drugs/are in recovery from substance use, and/or engage in sex work.
  • Please describe your understanding of harm reduction.

Work Location: In person