Assistant Coalition Coordinator (Youth Outreach Specialist)

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Coalition Coordinator to engage youth in changing community norms around tobacco use. This dynamic role involves collaborating with youth organizations, leading projects, and advocating for policy changes. The ideal candidate will have a background in health or social sciences and experience in community outreach. Join a team committed to making a difference in public health and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with competitive pay. If you're passionate about youth education and health advocacy, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and one year of experience in community work.
• Experience in public/media relations and youth education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage youth to change community norms regarding tobacco use.
• Assist in preparing reports and maintain the Coalition budget.
• Represent the Coalition at regional and national meetings.

Skills

Public Relations

Community Outreach

Youth Education

Health Advocacy

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health or Life Sciences

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Job description

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Assistant Coalition Coordinator (Youth Outreach Specialist)

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Title:

Assistant Coalition Coordinator (Youth Outreach Specialist)

Job Type:

Regular

Company:

Health Research, Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division

Department:

Health Behavior

Time Type:

Full time

Weekly Hours:

40

FTE:

1

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Summary:

Engages middle and high school-aged youth to work towards changing community norms regarding tobacco use with activities such as deglamorizing tobacco use in their communities. Assists and collaborates with youth organizations on initiatives in the community linked to social action, media advocacy, media and community events, and advocacy with organizational decision makers to advance tobacco-free norms through policy change. Assists the Coalition Director and participates on an equal basis with the Community Outreach Specialist in the day-to-day operations in the designated multi-county catchment area. Creates and follows defined action plans to achieve objectives from the Coalition’s annual work plan. Takes a leadership role on designated projects and committees. Assists in preparing mandated annual reports, reports monthly to New York State via the Community Activity Tracking (CAT) system, drafts the Coalition’s annual action plan, and maintains the Coalition budget. Represents the Coalition at all area, regional, state, and national meetings as required by the NYS Bureau of Tobacco Control Program. Participates in local, Buffalo, and Albany sustainability activities.

The pay range for this position is $27.10 - $34.30 hourly, including a comprehensive benefits package. Actual offers may vary based on qualifications, skills, and experience.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Health or Life Sciences, Social Work, Psychology, Business, Marketing, or a related field, and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time experience in marketing, public/media relations, healthcare, human services, or community work.

Note: Degrees must be granted by an accredited institution or one recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with public/media relations, healthcare, human services, or community groups.
• One (1) year of full-time experience in youth education, organizing, counseling, addictions, tobacco and vape use prevention, or health advocacy.
• Ability to travel regularly within Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben counties, and to Albany and Buffalo, NY.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) promote equal employment opportunities and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other protected status.

Reasonable Accommodation Request:

Individuals with disabilities can request accommodations by emailing [e-mail].

Our Core Values:

We are committed to an environment of respect, inclusion, and excellence, embodying values such as Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion, and Respect.

Grant Funding:

This position is grant-funded, requiring compliance with all related requirements.

E-Verify Employer:

HRI participates in the E-Verify program.

About Us

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, founded in 1898, is the first cancer center in the U.S. and a leader in cancer research, treatment, and education. With over 3,300 employees, it continues to advance in its mission to cure cancer.