At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and deliver peer-led harm reduction programmes and educational workshops.
- Company: Join a dedicated team at the Hackney Harm Reduction Hub.
- Benefits: Make a real difference in the community while gaining valuable experience.
- Other info: This role is exclusively for women, promoting inclusivity and support.
- Why this job: Empower women and support vulnerable communities through impactful outreach.
- Qualifications: Passion for harm reduction and experience in community engagement.
The predicted salary is between 37000 - 44962 £ per year.
This is an exciting new role working with the guidance of the Project Manager and in partnership with the London Joint Working Group, local substance use services. The Harm Reduction Peer Coordinator will develop, support and deliver the peer-led needle and syringe programme (NSP) across the borough of Hackney at the Hackney Harm Reduction Hub (HHRH). This will include developing delivery of the service and developing relationships and partnership working with local statutory and voluntary service providers who provide support and care for our potential client group.
The Female Harm Reduction Coordinator will lead the developing and delivery of secondary NSP provision, naloxone distribution and educational workshops to communities where women are in need including outreach from the Hackney Harm Reduction Hub to, for example, sex workers, BAME communities, LGBTQI and people who suffer domestic and gender-based violence, with a view to enhancing harm reduction provision across the area.
The role is only open to women, in accordance with the sex-based exemptions of the Equality Act 2010 pursuant to Schedule 9, Part 1.
Female Harm Reduction Peer Coordinator in London employer: The Hepatitis C Trust
As a leading organisation in harm reduction, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment that empowers our employees to make a real difference in the community. Located in Hackney, our team enjoys access to professional development opportunities, collaborative partnerships with local services, and a culture that values diversity and innovation. Join us to be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to enhancing the lives of vulnerable populations while growing your career in a meaningful way.
