Prevention Educator – Part Time

Penobscot Bay Community Health Partnerships - Penobscot Bay YMCA; Rockport (ME); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Paid Leave

403(b) retirement plan

Free YMCA membership

Paid professional development

Job summary

Penobscot Bay YMCA, through PBCHP, seeks a Part-Time Health Education Specialist in Rockport, ME. This 25-hour-per-week role combines classroom delivery with community outreach to promote youth health and prevent substance use in Knox and Waldo counties.

You will engage students in schools, build partnerships with educators, support youth leadership, and provide harm-reduction education. Mileage is reimbursed; travel and credentials supported by the organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching, mentoring youth, or community outreach is valued.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in public health, education, human services, or related field welcomed, with life/work experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Deliver health and substance use prevention education to K-12 students and afterschool programs.
• Collaborate with school staff to coordinate scheduling and foster positive school climates.
• Support youth leadership through activities, peer messaging, and student projects.
• Provide community harm reduction education and resource navigation across Waldo County.
• Maintain simple records of presentations and outreach activities.

Skills

Youth engagement

Communication

Community outreach

School partnerships

Education

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

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

Penobscot Bay Community Health Partnerships (PBCHP), the community health promotion branch of the Penobscot Bay YMCA, serves residents in Knox and Waldo counties in Maine. PBCHP collaborates with community members and local organizations to advance healthier living through education, outreach, and prevention initiatives. Current focus areas include tobacco use prevention (including vaping), substance use prevention, and harm reduction strategies. The organization also works to decrease stigma around substance use disorder and to promote nutrition education. Team members contribute directly to community well-being by supporting accessible, inclusive health promotion programs.

• 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.

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.