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Work Program Participant

3 months ago

Chicago, United States University of Illinois Full time

**Work Program Participant (Mobile Outreach Worker) - COIP, School of Public Health**

**Hiring Department**: Commty Outreach Intervent Proj

**Location**: Chicago, IL USA

**Requisition ID**: 1025223

**Posting Close Date**: May 30, 2024

**About the University of Illinois Chicago**

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

**Description**:
The Community Outreach Worker at UIC COIP will play a vital role in the implementation of the Mobile MOUD Program, focusing on harm reduction, opioid overdose prevention, and HIV/HCV testing within targeted communities in Chicago. This position requires a deep understanding of local drug use dynamics and the ability to engage effectively with individuals at risk. The Outreach Worker will collaborate with a team to deliver comprehensive services through the mobile health van.

**Duties & Responsibilities**:

- Community Engagement: Develop and maintain strong connections with the local community, leveraging personal knowledge and relationships to enhance outreach efforts. Conduct outreach activities to identify and engage individuals at risk of opioid overdose and those involved in local drug use scenes.
- Harm Reduction Education and Services: Conduct syringe exchange services to reduce the risk of bloodborne infections. Provide opioid overdose prevention education, including safe use practices and recognizing signs of overdose. Distribute naloxone and train individuals on its administration.
- HIV and HCV Testing: Administer point-of-care HIV and HCV testing, ensuring adherence to established protocols.
- Mobile Health Van Operation: Create a welcoming and non-judgmental environment within the mobile van for service provision.
- Linkage to Services: Facilitate direct linkage of patients/clients to COIP field station-based services. Assist individuals with accessing peer recovery support, housing, identification documents, food pantry, and other social services.
- Collaborative Teamwork: Work collaboratively with other outreach workers, clinicians, and support staff to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care. Participate in team meetings and training sessions.
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of outreach activities, services provided, and client interactions. Create and Input client intake information/records into the UIC EPIC medical records system.

**Minimum Qualifications Required**:

- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Eligibility for employment under the provisions of the Statute and Rules governing the State Universities Civil Service System of Illinois.

**Preferred Qualifications**:

- Lived experience within the targeted communities is not required but is preferred.
- Knowledge of local drug use scenes and harm reduction principles.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Comfortable working in diverse and dynamic environments.
- Understanding and commitment to the principles of harm reduction and community-based outreach.
- The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit _Required Employment Notices and Posters_ to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibili