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Volunteer Position

Opportunity Title	SANA Needle Exchange Outreach Worker

Theme	Health

Description	Injection drug users bring their used needles to the SANA van where we safely dispose of them and provide clean needles on a one-to-one exchange. On an average week, up to 11,000 needles are collected. SANA workers also offer confidential HIV testing and referrals to addiction treatment programs and other social services. Help reduce HIV and hepatitis transmission rates in our community while being part of the cutting edge of harm-reduction work.

Types of Work

Dates and Times when volunteers are most needed
Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings. Friday afternoons.
Minimum Commitment Level Ten Weeks (One Quarter)
Limitations or Restrictions	The SANA program welcomes volunteers of all backgrounds. The only requirement is a compassionate, non-judgmental heart and respect for the privacy of our clients. Extensive training is provided, so at least a three month commitment is required. Unfortunately, the law does not allow us to accept volunteers under age 18. BILINGUAL/BICULTURAL VOLUNTEERS WANTED
Background Check Needed No
Organization Information

Organization	HIV Alliance
	1966 Garden Ave Eugene, OR 97403 See a Map
	http://www.hivalliance.org/

Coordinator	Byron Snapp

	(541)-342-5088

Mission	HIV Alliance exists to support individuals living with HIV/AIDS and prevent new infections. We come from a harm-reduction approach, meaning we support any incremental change that improves health for people living with HIV/AIDS and reduces the risk of contracting HIV Description: HIV Alliance provides community education and advocacy to promote awareness and understanding of HIV disease. Case Managers assist people living with HIV/AIDS in addressing their health holistically and connecting them to community resources. Prevention team members empower individuals through education and support to make incremental changes in their behavior to reduce the risk of contracting HIV.

Area of Interest	Health/Safety Women's Services Civic & Public Service Substance Use/Dependency