Job Details

Salary: $22.00 Hourly
Location : Medford, OR
Job Type: Part-time (Extra Help-under 20 hrs week)
Job Number: 8674
Department: Health and Human Services
Division: Public Health
Opening Date: 07/11/2025
Closing Date: Continuous

Job Description
Jackson County Employment Opportunity
Joining a syringe exchange program presents an enriching opportunity to make a significant impact on public health by actively mitigating the transmission of blood-borne diseases like HIV and hepatitis among individuals utilizing injectable drugs. You'll have the chance to connect with diverse communities, providing compassionate support, valuable education, and resources that enhance their well-being and empower healthier choices. Additionally, working in this environment fosters a rewarding experience, enabling you to be an integral part of a team dedicated to improving health outcomes and ensuring equitable access to vital healthcare services.
Jackson County strives to recruit, hire and retain the best employees!

Pre-Employment Requirements and/or Preferences

• 10-20 hours per week.
• Desired qualifications for this role include a background in public health, harm reduction associated with injection drug use, HIV, and Hepatitis C.
• Candidates with experience in trauma-informed care and an understanding of harm reduction strategies are highly valued.
• A Bachelor's degree in Public Health is preferred but not required for this position.
• Must pass a criminal background check prior to hire.
• Must submit an acceptable DMV certified court print prior to hire.
• Please click on the following link to review

• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen prior to hire. Please click on the following link to review

Job Duties and Requirements
Example of Principle Duties and Position Functions:

• Working in the syringe exchange program clinic which includes interacting with clients to provide harm reduction strategies.
• Tracking and stocking syringe exchange program supplies.
• Coordinating the syringe exchange program advisory committee.
• Enter syringe exchange data, produce reports and analyze data.
• Providing syringe exchange program education to syringe exchange clients and community partners.
• Community presentations on the syringe exchange program and harm reduction strategies.
• Develop performance measures, and quality improvement projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years old. High school diploma or equivalent.

License or Certificate:

• Valid Oregon State Drivers License with acceptable driving history.

Equal Opportunity Employer
JACKSON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Jackson County is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Our commitment includes providing a respectful working environment that is free from discrimination and harassment in the workplace. This commitment is made by Jackson County in accordance with applicable Federal, State and Local laws and regulations. Upon your request, Jackson County will consider all requests for reasonable accommodation during the recruitment and selection process. Because of the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, persons hired by the County must be able to present acceptable documents verifying identity and authorization to work in the United States. For a copy of Jackson County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan, visit our web site at www.jacksoncountyor.gov or call 541-###-####.
This is not a benefited position.
01

Please describe your understanding of harm reduction.
02

How do you see harm reduction strategies, such as syringe exchange programs contribute to community well-being?
03

What interests you about working in a syringe exchange program?
Required Question