Community Health & Prevention Lead (Part-Time)

Chestnut Health Systems Inc

Madison (WI)

On-site

USD 26,000 - 28,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Chestnut Health Systems Inc is seeking a part-time Community Health Specialist to lead community-based prevention and health promotion initiatives in Madison. The role partners with schools and community organizations to strengthen evidence-based practices, support capacity building, and advance health equity.

The position is 30 hours per week across Madison and St. Clair County areas, with an 11-month term and July off.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in education, public health or a behavioral health related field with a minimum of two years’ experience; or
Master’s degree in a behavioral health related field; position requires either a Master’s degree in a behavioral health related field.
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Zoom and online reporting systems.
Experience in public speaking with organizational skills and verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of community-based prevention and community organizing, prevention theory and strategies, and substance abuse and related research preferred.
Understanding of learning styles and curriculum development helpful.
Valid driver’s license, private automobile insurance and be insurable.
Position requires ability to travel to schools and other locations in the site plan area and home internet connection.
Must be able to obtain DCFS CANTS Child Abuse Clearance.

Responsibilities

Develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate community health and prevention programs, including youth prevention education curricula and other evidence-based initiatives.
Provide leadership and technical assistance to schools and community groups in implementing evidence-based programs and organizational practices.
Lead and facilitate meetings, support member recruitment, and maintain communication with schools and community partners.
Develop and manage program budgets, submitting monthly budget reports to the supervisor.
Conduct outreach and engagement with community stakeholders, providing data to support collaboration around identified health priorities.
Design, administer, and analyze needs assessments and program evaluations.
Develop, implement, and evaluate media campaigns and educational materials in alignment with research findings and grant requirements.
Identify funding opportunities and coordinate the development and submission of grant and contract applications.
Prepare and submit timely program and grant reports in accordance with funder and agency requirements.
Take a lead role in mentoring and training staff and interns.
Represent Chestnut in local, state, and national advocacy groups and collaborative efforts.
Fulfill agency and funder responsibilities, including participation in meetings, committees, staff development, and monitoring relevant research.
Promote trauma-informed, recovery-oriented practices in all interactions, emphasizing hope, empowerment, wellness, respect, and connectedness.
Maintain confidentiality and security of all organizational and client information.
Promote Chestnut’s culture of customer service excellence through adherence to behavioral standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.