Health Educator - Youth Substance Use Prevention - PATH

Kids for the Future; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 31,684; Full time

Job summary

Waymakers is a nonprofit organization in Orange County, CA, seeking a full-time public health outreach specialist to provide community health education and technical assistance on alcohol, tobacco and other drug related issues. The role emphasizes collaboration with schools, community groups, and local partners to advance prevention goals.

The position develops and delivers youth prevention programs, creates educational materials, and coordinates events that engage youth and community leaders in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, counseling, psychology, social work or related field.
• Knowledge of health education theories related to prevention strategies and activities.
• CHES preferred.
• Ability to engage with youth and community leaders.

Responsibilities

• Provide community health education and technical assistance on alcohol, tobacco and other drug related issues.
• Develop, coordinate, and implement youth substance-use prevention programs through an evidence-based curriculum, educational workshops, youth-led leadership activities, and a youth conference.
• Serve as a community resource and supports collaborative partners by planning and developing educational and promotional materials (presentations, handouts, flyers, etc.) participating in and facilitating community meetings and events such as task forces, coalitions, and health fairs.

Skills

Communication skills

Community outreach

Public health knowledge

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public health, counseling, psychology, social work or related field

Job description

• Location 440 Exchange Ste,250 & 200,Irvine, CA, 92602,United States
• Base Pay $22.00 - $23.10 / Hour
• Employee Type 100% FT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Name Human Resources
• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

Description

Openings Available: 1

Location: Corporate Administration – Irvine.

Schedule: F/T - Monday – Friday, usually 8am - 5pm., occasional evenings and weekends, as determined by program needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide community health education and technical assistance on alcohol, tobacco and other drug related issues.
• Develop, coordinate, and implement youth substance-use prevention programs through an evidence-based curriculum, educational workshops, youth-led leadership activities, and a youth conference.
• Serve as a community resource and supports collaborative partners by planning and developing educational and promotional materials (presentations, handouts, flyers, etc.) participating in and facilitating community meetings and events such as task forces, coalitions, and health fairs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, counseling, psychology, social work or related field.
• Candidate must demonstrate knowledge in health education theories related to prevention strategies and activities.
• CHES preferred.

Knowledge of community organizing and prevention program planning, implementation and evaluation.

Ability to collaborate with key leaders, community, faith and school-based representatives.

Ability to initiate contact and communicate appropriately and effectively with youth and community leaders regarding alcohol, tobacco and other drug-related issues.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills.

Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to the cultural/ethnic diversity of the service population and to be sensitive to the needs of special populations.

Summary

Waymakers is a non-profit organization that has been empowering both individuals and families throughout Orange County, CA for over50 years!

Each year, we provide thousands of members from our diverse communities with opportunities that guide them to positive and lasting change. We accomplish this through 5 key areas:

Waymakers is a "Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer."

Equal Opportunity Employer

Waymakers is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state and/or local laws.