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How much do harm reduction coordinator jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for harm reduction coordinator in the United States is $53,897.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $63,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some of the key challenges faced by a harm reduction coordinator, and how can they be addressed effectively?

A Harm Reduction Coordinator often faces challenges such as building trust with vulnerable populations, navigating limited resources, and managing stigma around substance use. To address these, coordinators prioritize strong relationship-building, maintain nonjudgmental communication, and collaborate closely with community partners. Staying current on best practices and advocating for supportive policies also help create a safer and more inclusive environment for clients and staff. Ongoing training and self-care are essential for sustaining effectiveness in this demanding but rewarding role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a harm reduction coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Harm Reduction Coordinator, you need a background in public health, social work, or related fields, along with experience in harm reduction principles and community outreach. Familiarity with data collection tools, case management systems, and knowledge of local health regulations is typically required. Strong communication, cultural competency, and crisis intervention skills help build trust and effectively support vulnerable populations. These skills are crucial for delivering effective harm reduction services, fostering community partnerships, and improving health outcomes for at-risk individuals.

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Infographic showing various Harm Reduction Coordinator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,897 per year, or $25.9 per hour.

Harm Reduction Coordinator - BFLA

BarrierFree Living

Bronx, NY • On-site

$25.07/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Barrier Free Living (BFL) is dedicated to helping New Yorkers with disabilities live independently in the community. Through its various programs, BFL provides a broad range of residential and non-residential services to disabled survivors of domestic violence, to the disabled homeless, and support to physically disabled individuals with mental health and/or chemical addiction issues.
BFL Apartments (BFLA) is a NY/NY III type supportive housing program. BFLA offers services to vulnerable and needy populations who are survivors of domestic violence, specifically, homeless disabled adults and disabled veterans and families. This program’s facility is located in the South Bronx. There are two buildings: a 70-unit studio apartment building for single adults (SPMI-chronic homeless population A) and a 50-unit apartment building for families (SPMI/MICA-chronic homeless population G).  
Barrier Free Living is seeking qualified applicants to join the team. This position reports to the Program Director. 
Responsibilities:
  • Hold a caseload of 5-10 SPMI/MICA tenants.
  • Complete program Intake/Assessment of new tenants.
  • Develop, monitor, and update service plans that are mutually developed with each tenant.
  • Follow up meetings with tenant including home visits to discuss related service plan goals and benchmarks.
  • Provide individual supportive counseling with tenants to assist in developing skills to stabilize their medical, psychosocial, and behavioral health status.
  • Provide crisis intervention and other services to assist tenants to develop better-coping skills.
  • Facilitate or co-facilitate groups surrounding harm reduction and smoking cessation for tenants.
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to obtain strategies to assist tenants in achieving identified goals to maintain stability.
  • Accompany tenants to Family/Criminal/Housing Court hearings and advocate for the tenant as needed.
  • Provide referrals for legal assistance and any other service provider within the community as needed.
  • Assist tenant with any ACS or Prevention services requirements.
  • Complete ongoing apartment inspections, tobacco assessment, and vocational assessments as required by DOHMH contract.
  • Monitor tenants’ ability to pay rent and utility bills to ensure housing stability.
  • Participate in staff/case conference meetings, supervision, and required training.
  • Ensuring timely and accurate entry of progress notes in case management system.
  • Comply with all agency and program policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
  • Master’s degree in Social Work Psychology, Counselling, or related field. Bachelors’ degree in human services or related field, will be considered based on experience.
  • Experience in supportive counseling, harm reduction models practices and stages of change model, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care.
  • Experience with Crisis intervention and de-escalation.
  • Experience working with mental illness, substance users, domestic violence and familiarity with disability issues a must.
  • Excellent computer skills (PC).
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, NY/NY III supportive housing environment a must.
  • Excellent language skills in American Sign Language or bilingual English/Spanish desired.
Start Date: ASAP
Hourly Rate: $
25.07.
Position Available: Full Time - Non-Exempt.
Hours: 35 hours per week - Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm.
Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan, Paid vacation, Sick days, Personal days, Paid National Holidays, and more.
Cash Assistance recipients are encouraged to apply. 
BFL provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants, with employment-based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, creed, genetic disposition, or carrier status, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic as established by law.