Cancer Prevention Associate I (Part Time)

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 57,000; Part time

Job summary

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking a part‑time Cancer Prevention Associate I to support New York State's Smokers’ Quitline. The role involves evening and weekend shifts, coaching callers, and connecting them with cessation resources.

You’ll be part of a supportive team helping individuals take meaningful steps toward a tobacco‑free life. Responsibilities include responding to inquiries, providing peer coaching, documenting interactions, and maintaining program quality.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree with 2+ years in call center, healthcare, or customer service.
• High school diploma with 4+ years in call center, healthcare, or customer service.

Responsibilities

• Respond to inquiries from New York State Smokers’ Quitline callers.
• Provide peer coaching and encouragement to reach tobacco‑free goals.
• Share information and connect callers with cessation resources.
• Document interactions and maintain accurate records.
• Monitor program standards and quality measures.
• Serve as a knowledgeable Quitline resource on services and protocols.
• Support day‑to‑day operations of the Quitline program.
• Follow policies while delivering excellent customer service.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Active Listening

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Team Player

Education

Associate degree

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Title: Cancer Prevention Associate I (Part Time)

Job Type: Regular

Company: Health Research, Inc. (HRI)

Division: Roswell Park Division

Department: New York State Quitline

Time Type: Part time

Weekly Hours: 20

FTE: 0.5

Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Summary

Do you enjoy helping others make positive changes in their lives? As a Quitline Coach, you’ll play an important role in supporting individuals who are ready to stop smoking and improve their health. This position requires evening and weekend availability. The selected candidate will work either a Saturday or Sunday shift as part of their regular schedule. Evening shifts may be scheduled Monday through Thursday, with hours ranging from 12:30 PM to 9:00 PM or 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The call center operates until 9:00 PM, and no shifts extend beyond that time. In this position, you’ll be one of the first points of contact for people reaching out to the New York State Smokers’ Quitline. Through compassionate conversations, education, and encouragement, you’ll help callers navigate their quit journey while connecting them with the resources and support they need. This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about public health, enjoys meaningful one‑on‑one interactions, and wants to make a difference every day.

What You’ll Do

• Respond to smoking cessation inquiries from individuals across New York State
• Provide peer coaching, guidance, and encouragement to support callers in reaching their tobacco‑free goals
• Share information and connect individuals with available smoking cessation resources and services
• Document interactions and maintain accurate records to support program tracking and reporting
• Monitor and follow established program standards and quality measures
• Serve as a knowledgeable resource on Quitline services, processes, and current protocols
• Support the day‑to‑day operations of the New York State Smokers’ Quitline program
• Follow organizational policies and procedures while delivering exceptional customer service

What You’ll Bring

• Enjoy helping people through coaching, education, or customer support
• Communicate with empathy, patience, and professionalism
• Are comfortable speaking with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Can build trust and rapport during phone‑based conversations
• Have strong listening, problem‑solving, and organizational skills
• Pay close attention to detail and maintain accurate documentation
• Thrive in a team‑oriented environment while managing your own responsibilities
• Are passionate about health, wellness, and supporting positive behavior change

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, your work directly contributes to improving lives and advancing health outcomes in our community. Every team member plays a role in supporting our mission to eliminate cancer’s grip on humanity through research, innovation, education, and compassionate care. When you join Roswell Park, you'll be part of an organization that offers:

• Meaningful work that helps people live healthier lives
• A collaborative and mission‑driven team environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• The chance to make a lasting impact on individuals, families, and communities
• Employment with New York State’s only National Cancer Institute‑designated Comprehensive Cancer Center outside of New York City, recognized for research, innovation, and excellence in patient care

Salary Range

Salary Range: $44,838 – $57,232 which includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• 1. Associate’s degree in an appropriate field and the equivalent of two (2) years of full‑time experience in a call center, customer service, or healthcare; or
• 2. High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma and the equivalent of four (4) years of full‑time experience in a call center, customer service, or healthcare.

NOTE:

1. Must be a current non‑smoker.

2. Degrees must be conferred by an accredited school, college, or university, or by an institution recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and/or Health Research Incorporated as adhering to acceptable educational standards.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy‑related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.

Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity

Reasonable Accommodation Request RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email HR‑[e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Our Core Values

RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.

Grant Funding

This is a grant‑funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables is required.

E‑Verify

Employer Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division participates in the E‑Verify program.

About Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

Welcome to Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, America's first cancer center founded in 1898 by Dr. Roswell Park. As one of the largest employers in Western New York, Roswell has over 3,300 employees, including over 200 physicians and scientists and 400 nurses. It’s a new era at Roswell Park. Leading the way in cancer research, treatment and education for more than a century, today Roswell Park is setting our course for a second century of extraordinary advances in cancer research and treatment. Equipped with the best facilities, the sharpest and most creative minds, and the single objective of curing cancer, we stand on the threshold of historic discovery.