Opioid Program Consultant - Prevention and Training Services for the Union City Boards (RFP)

Provide Opioid Program Consultant- Prevention and Training Services as directed by the Board of Commissioners or other appropriate official within the City. The successful proposer will engage in/be responsible for, but not be limited to, the following activities: 1. The Program Consultant shall be responsible for delivering a comprehensive set of services aimed at preventing opioid misuse, reducing harm, facilitating treatment referrals, and supporting recovery efforts within City. These services must be evidence-informed and community-focused, addressing the needs of youths, families, and other vulnerable populations. 2. The Program Consultant will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive set of services aimed at preventing opioid misuse, reducing harm, facilitating treatment referrals, and supporting recovery efforts within Union City. These services must be evidence-informed and community-focused, addressing the needs of youths, families, and other vulnerable populations. 3. The Program Consultant will lead harm reduction efforts that focus on increasing access to naloxone, fentanyl test strips, and xylazine test strips, along with training for overdose response. The provider will educate the public on Good Samaritan laws and emergency response procedures, and promote access to testing and treatment for infectious diseases such as HIV and Hepatitis C. Training in harm reduction strategies will also be provided to healthcare professionals, peer recovery coaches, and outreach workers. 4. The Program Consultant will establish school-based contacts for parents seeking help for their children, and engaging community organizations to support individuals in treatment and recovery. The provider will offer resources and guidance for family members of those affected by opioid use disorder, and collaborate with faith-based and nonprofit groups to strengthen recovery networks. 5. Mental health support will be integrated into programming, with initiatives designed to build emotional resilience and expand access to school-based mental health services. These efforts aim to address underlying risk factors that contribute to substance misuse. 6. The Program Consultant will also lead stigma reduction campaigns, educate healthcare providers on responsible opioid prescribing practices, and offer training on CDC guidelines for prescribing opioids. Law enforcement and first responders will receive education on safe handling of fentanyl and other substances. 7. The Program Consultant will support community engagement and capacity building through regional planning, strategy development, and data reporting. This includes producing reports on opioid funding, tracking health indicators, and offering technical assistance to government and nonprofit entities to enhance their response to the opioid crisis.