CRS Field Navigator

The Health Federation of Philadelphia is seeking a CRS Field Navigator to support the Philadelphia Department of Public Health's Substance Use Prevention and Harm Reduction Division. The individual will provide support to the Division's effort to foster resilience in neighborhoods most affected by substance use, engage community members with ongoing concerns, and support B2B participants with access to resources.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or general education degree (GED): or combination of education and 1+ years related work experience.
• Or associate's degree with 2 + years' related work experience.
• Certified Recovery Specialist
• Knowledge of/and or personal experience with substance use, as well as harm reduction.
• Comfort in administering Naloxone in the event of an overdose; and providing training in the field to community residents/organizations/and or businesses.
• Experience and /or knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of outreach, education, and community-based networking.
• Sensitivity to/and experience working with ethnically, economically, culturally and sexually diverse individuals, community members, agencies, and organizations.
• Enthusiasm for field work, providing direct service to neighborhood residents.
• Comfortable using the following equipment: Push Broom, Rake, Trash Cans (manually Transport), Leaf Blower, Tongs, Sharp Containers, Latex Gloves, Work Gloves, Face Mask.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and think critically to apply reasonable judgement and problem- solving skills.
• Must have a valid PA Driver's license and a clean motor vehicle report.
• Ability to work as part of a team, to prioritize and handle multiple tasks, and work independently in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with persons contacted in the course of work.

Benefits

• Medical with vision benefits
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life, AD&D and long-term care insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan, with a company contribution
• Paid time off including vacation, sick, personal and holiday
• Employee Assistance Program