Community Wellness Educator and Prevention Specialist

Kodiak-Area-Native-Association; Kodiak (AK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Parental Leave

Multiple medical plan options

Life insurance

AD&D and disability coverage

Generous PTO & holidays

Free gym membership

EAP

Tuition assistance

Leadership development

Loan repayment eligibility

Job summary

Kodiak Area Native Association (KANA) seeks a compassionate Wellness & Prevention Specialist to develop and deliver wellness education, prevention programming, and community outreach across the Kodiak region. This role works with youth, adults, families, schools, villages, and partners to promote health through education, events, trainings, and culturally responsive programming.

The ideal candidate speaks to groups, builds relationships, organizes events, and adapts programs for diverse

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years of public speaking or training experience.
• Associates degree preferred.
• Experience with youth, schools, and community groups is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, promote, and host wellness and prevention education events throughout KANA's service region.
• Facilitate community-based prevention groups, discussions, trainings, and educational activities.
• Develop programming focused on health and wellness topics for youth, adults, and special populations.
• Provide education on substance use, suicide prevention, mental health, resiliency, protective factors, and related topics.
• Stay current on emerging health and prevention information to support effective community education.
• Incorporate culturally appropriate approaches into wellness and prevention activities.
• Provide services in villages, schools, homes, and other community settings.
• Travel to villages following adverse events to provide community support and educational presentations.

Skills

Public speaking

Education facilitation

Event planning

Community outreach

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree preferred

Job description

Kodiak Area Native Association (KANA) seeks a compassionate Wellness & Prevention Specialist to develop and deliver wellness education, prevention programming, and community outreach across the Kodiak region. This role works with youth, adults, families, schools, villages, and partners to promote health through education, events, trainings, and culturally responsive programming.

The ideal candidate speaks to groups, builds relationships, organizes events, and adapts programs for diverse