Harm Reduction Specialist
3 weeks ago
Company Overview
">NHS Scotland is committed to promoting equality and diversity among its workforce, striving to eliminate unlawful discrimination. The goal is for the workforce to be truly representative, allowing each employee to feel respected and give their best.
">We fully support disabled candidates and those with long-term conditions or neurodivergent individuals by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.
">NHS Scotland has introduced a reduced working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week, effective April 1st. This reduction will also apply pro rata for part-time staff. However, some services may require temporary overtime, up to an additional 30 minutes per week, until they adapt to the new working patterns.
">This role requires a PVG Scheme membership/record. If the post holder is not a current member, an application must be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before starting in the position.
">Job Description
">The primary focus of this position is to minimize harm associated with chaotic injecting drug use and unsafe sexual practices.
">This involves providing injecting equipment, harm minimization information, and support in collaboration with other agencies to reach high-risk injecting drug users.
">The work will take place in a clinic setting, including the facilitation and running of outreach programs, mobile buses, and street work contacts.
">Required Skills and Qualifications
">This role requires teaching, training, and supervision of students undertaking post-registration degrees or diplomas and other professionals seeking knowledge about harm reduction/minimization.
">Benefits
">A competitive salary, commensurate with experience, ranging from $45,000 - $55,000, reflecting the location and industry standards.
">Others
">Please note that specific service areas may have varying requirements, and flexibility is essential for adapting to changing working patterns.
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