Youth Prevention Specialist
Job Posting for Youth Prevention Specialist at University of Kentucky
Posting Details
Job Title
Youth Prevention Specialist
Requisition Number
DU11660
Department Name
8G040:Kinesiology - Health Promotion
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$16.00/hr
Type of Position
Temporary
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Required Education
undergraduate student
Required Related Experience
- Experience working with youth in school or community setting is preferred, but not required.
- Experience in public speaking is preferred.
- Experience successfully utilizing tools such as Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
- Be highly motivated, energetic, dependable and knowledgeable.
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
None
Shift
10 – 15 hours a week, times will vary
Please provide your availability.
Please provide your availability.
Job Summary
NOTE: No prior knowledge on the topic of tobacco use or public health is needed. The program will provide comprehensive training.
NOTE: The position may be used to fulfill practicum hours if needed.
Position Objective: To provide tobacco use prevention services to youth, families and community members across Eastern Kentucky.
Position Description: Supervised by the Program Director, the Youth Prevention Specialist works in schools and communities to facilitate tobacco use prevention services based on the #iCANendthetrend framework, which include:
1. Prevention Education
2. Information Dissemination
3. Youth Empowerment
4. Professional Development
Position Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with schools, parent-teacher groups, civic organizations, church groups, and other youth and community organizations to provide information and awareness on youth tobacco use, including e-cigarettes.
- Implement peer-to-peer prevention program to provide information and awareness on youth tobacco use, including e-cigarettes.
- Assist in providing orientation or information sessions for parents, teachers, staff or administrators in target area school and community sites when requested.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director to meet program objectives.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
- Pre-employment criminal background check, employment background check, as required by school districts.
- Evidence-based curriculum training must be obtained within 1 month of employment, and prior to in-school or related program delivery. This will be provided through the position.
Deadline to Apply
06/16/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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