JOB REQUIREMENTS: Kenosha County Public Health is seeking an
enthusiastic and motivated intern to join our Substance Use Prevention
Team. This temporary position provides an excellent opportunity for
individuals interested in public health, substance use prevention, and
community outreach. The intern will work directly with various programs
and initiatives aimed at reducing substance use and promoting wellness
across Kenosha County. This position is funded by a grant through
September 29, 2025. Duties include: Narcan Training and Distribution:
Conduct Narcan training sessions and distribute Narcan to community
members, organizations, and service providers throughout Kenosha County
Inventory and Data Management: Track inventory, maintain records, and
enter data related to Narcan distribution and other substance use
prevention activities Harm Reduction Vending Machines: Stock harm
reduction vending machines across Kenosha County with necessary supplies
Kenosha Overdose Response Initiative (KORI): Participate in KORI by
visiting opioid overdose survivors within 72 hours of the event,
offering resources, support, and information about recovery options Data
Input: Assist with the review and input of historical data related to
KORI visits from the past two years to ensure accuracy and completeness
Community Outreach and Events: Help coordinate and participate in
community outreach activities, including health fairs, public education
events, and other initiatives related to substance use prevention,
education, and stigma reduction; some events may take place on nights or
weekends Program Development: Contribute creative ideas and fresh
approaches to promote substance use prevention, reduce stigma, and
enhance education efforts in the community Support for Community Health
Assessment: Assist in data collection and other tasks supporting the
Community Health Assessment (CHA) Perform other duties as required or
assigned Applications should include a cover letter specifying
availability through September 2025. Kenosha County is committed to
Diversity, Belonging and Inclusion and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Experience Experience or
familiarity with Narcan and harm reduction strategies is a plus, but not
required, as training will be provided Success Factors A passion for
public health, harm reduction, and substance use prevention Strong
communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and
work effectively with diverse community members Detail-oriented, with
excellent organizational and data management skills Skill in basic
internet and computer use Ability to work independently and as part of a
team Ability to remain professional and courteous at all times Ability
to work respectfully in a diverse and inclusive environment Physical
Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The
position involves moderate physical demands, such as exerting between 25
and 50 pounds of force occasionally, and up to 10 pounds of force
frequently Requires a full range of physical movement bending, reaching,
lifting, etc. May require sitting for long periods of time
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.kenoshacounty.org/jobs
Other: To see the complete job description and to apply for this
position, please visit our website, www.kenoshacounty.org/jobs, and
click the "View Open Jobs" button. Must be submitted no later than
Sunday, March 9, 2025. Kenosha County is an affirmative action, equal
opportunity employer.
