CHEMSEX PROJECT COORDINATOR (MPOWER PROGRAMME)
An exciting opportunity has arisen to work with the MPOWER Programme
at HIV Ireland. A first of its kind role in Ireland, the Chemsex
Project Coordinator will co-develop and pilot new services and
resources that aim to support gbMSM experiencing difficulties with
chemsex and/or club drug use.
ABOUT MPOWER
The MPOWER Programme at HIV Ireland is a suite of peer-driven
community-level interventions which aim to achieve a reduction in the
acquisition of HIV and STIs and an overall improvement of sexual
health and wellbeing among gay, bisexual and men who have sex with men
(gbMSM).
We devise sex-positive, judgement-free and harm reduction-based
resources, services and supports where the needs of gbMSM have or can
be identified. The programme strives to be inclusive of the diverse
identities within the community of gbMSM and to incorporate the
experiences of those living with HIV and those who are vulnerable to
acquiring HIV.
Our work is delivered within the context of a broader sexual health
and wellbeing framework which aims to take into consideration the
range of social determinants of health that impact on sexual behaviour
and vulnerability in acquiring HIV & STIs. This includes our mental,
physical, and social health.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This role will involve equipping gbMSM who engage in chemsex and/or
use club drugs with knowledge, competencies, and resources to
proactively manage their use, reduce the risk of HIV and STI
acquisition, and to prevent overdoses and other negative health
outcomes. The successful candidate will co-develop and deliver
person-centred projects that reflects the rights, preferences, and
choices of individuals in an environment that is safe, healthy and
maintains the individual?s dignity and wellbeing.
The successful candidate will co-develop and deliver a workshop series
covering harm reduction and relapse prevention skills, pilot a chemsex
peer support group, and co-develop harm reduction resources for gbMSM
engaging in chemsex. They will also provide access to supports at HIV
Ireland and in community settings including local sexual health
clinics.
Experience in crisis support/intervention, group facilitation and
community work is essential to this role as is knowledge of the
substance use and sexual health needs of gay and bisexual men. Our
team values diverse skills, experiences and abilities and we will
support the successful candidate to develop to their full potential
within the role.
For more information about this position, please see the full job
description. Please direct any queries to **Apply on the website**
To apply for this job, please complete the application form in full.
Please do not include CVs or Cover Letters.
Deadline for completed application forms is **Apply on the website**pm
(midday) on Thursday **Apply on the website**th July.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
