Project Weber/RENEW Internship

Job description

Project Weber/RENEW

Internship

Hours: Minimum 10/week

Schedule: Hours of operation are M-F 10AM-4PM

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.

Job Summary

General Duties:

• Maintain a consistent, client-facing presence at the office.
• Support inventory, office organization, and other office-based duties. Help track inventory and deliveries. 
• Support individuals experiencing substance use disorder, homelessness and other life experiences through such activities as providing harm reduction and basic needs supplies.
• Maintain and enter records, reports, intake forms, and data collection necessary for program functioning and evaluation
• Track organizational technology
• Taking photos and posting on social media
• Writing organizational emails
• Doing ongoing technology security updates and ensure computers are up to date with security softwares 
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills:

• LGBTQ+ people, BIPOC, and people in recovery are strongly encouraged to apply. Connections to and knowledge of the LGBTQ+ community strongly encouraged.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferred
• Accept responsibility for professional competency as appropriate to his or her or their discipline. Works within the policies, procedures and practices approved by Project Weber/RENEW.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Ability to remain calm in a high intensity environment
• Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and perspective, respect for clients’ independence, individualized client focused care, and flexibility.
• Excellent computer skills
• Organized and able to create organizational systems