Prevention Educator – Part Time

Penobscot Bay YMCA; Rockport (ME); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Mileage reimbursement

Paid professional development

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

Penobscot Bay YMCA in Rockport, ME seeks a Prevention Educator – Part-Time to deliver engaging, evidence-informed health and substance-use prevention education directly to K–12 students in local schools and afterschool programs, and to extend outreach across Waldo County.

This 25-hour-per-week role includes mileage reimbursement at $0.56 per mile, a start date of August 1, 2026, and a grant-based term through June 30, 2027 with potential renewal; pay is $27.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in public health, education, human services, or related field is welcome but relevant life/work experience is valued.

Responsibilities

• Deliver interactive, age-appropriate health and substance-use prevention education to K–12 students.
• Collaborate with school staff to coordinate scheduling and foster positive school climates.
• Help facilitate youth-led activities and peer messaging.
• Provide community harm reduction education and resource navigation across Waldo County.
• Maintain records of classroom presentations and outreach activities.

Skills

Youth outreach

Public health education

Community outreach

Communication

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in public health/education/human services or related

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Prevention Educator – Part-Time

Position Details

• Status: Part-Time (25 hours per week)
• Location: Based in Rockport, ME, with regular local travel throughout Waldo County and occasional travel in Knox County. Mileage reimbursement is provided at $0.56 per mile for all work-related travel.
• Start Date: August 1, 2026
• Term & Continuity: Initial grant period runs July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027, with position extension expected upon annual grant renewal.
• Hourly Pay: $27.00/hour

About the Role Join a supportive community health team dedicated to youth empowerment, health promotion, and community well-being. This flexible 25-hour-per-week position combines direct classroom engagement with community health outreach in Knox and Waldo counties.

What You'll Do

• Engage Youth in Schools & Community: Deliver interactive, age-appropriate, evidence-informed health and substance use prevention education directly to K–12 students in local schools and afterschool programs.
• Build School Partnerships: Collaborate with school administrators, counselors, and teachers to coordinate scheduling and foster positive school climates.
• Support Youth Leadership: Help facilitate youth-driven activities, peer messaging, and student leadership opportunities that empower young people.
• Community Outreach & Education: Provide community harm reduction education, overdose prevention awareness, and resource navigation support across Waldo County.
• Track Impact: Maintain simple, clear records of classroom presentations and community outreach activities to support program goals.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Flexible Schedule: A predictable 25-hour workweek that leaves room for life outside of work.
• Travel Coverage: Mileage reimbursement at $0.56/mile covers travel between schools and community sites.
• Paid Professional Development: Full financial coverage and mentorship provided to gain credentials at your own pace.
• Great Benefits: Includes Earned Paid Leave, Day 1 eligibility for a 403(b) retirement plan, and a free individual YMCA membership.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Experience & Education: Open to a variety of backgrounds! An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in public health, education, human services, or a related field is welcome, but relevant life or work experience (teaching, mentoring youth, community outreach, camp counseling) is equally valued.
• Certifications: No prior certifications required upon hire. We fully cover the costs and guide you through obtaining your Provisional Prevention Specialist credential on the job.
• Youth & Community Focus: Strong communication skills, enthusiasm for working with young people, and an approachable, non-judgmental attitude.
• Mobility: Valid driver's license and access to a reliable personal vehicle for local travel (reimbursed at $0.56/mile).
• Tech Basics: Comfortable with basic Google Workspace / Microsoft Office tools and email.

The Penobscot Bay YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.