Community Relations Liaison - Youth Vaping… at Trinity Health · Troy

Community Relations Liaison - Youth Vaping Prevention
Location: St. Mary's Hospital - Troy, New York
Employment Type:
Part time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Part-Time Community Relations Liaison
Youth Vaping Prevention
Part Time Weekdays
St. Peter's Health Partners is seeking a Part Time Community Relations Liaison to support the implementation of a youth vaping prevention and cessation program. This position will coordinate with Questar III BOCES, participating school districts, youth-serving community organizations, prevention partners, parents/caregivers, and school personnel to prevent youth initiation of e-cigarettes and increase access to youth vaping cessation supports.
The Community Relations Liaison will organize parent/caregiver education events, provide training and technical assistance to school staff and community partners, support implementation of evidence-based youth vaping prevention and cessation resources, assist schools with alternatives-to-suspension approaches, and track project activities and outcomes for reporting and continuous quality improvement.
Requirements
Education:
Bachelor’s degree required in public health, health education, education, social work, human services, community health, behavioral health, or a related field.
Preferred Education: Master’s degree in public health, health education, community health, social work, education, counseling, or a related field preferred.
Experience:
Two or more years of experience in public health, health education, school-based programming, prevention education, or youth development.
Tobacco/nicotine prevention or cessation, behavioral health, community outreach, or related work preferred btu not required.
Functional computer skills required, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Required Skills:
Ability to effectively multi-task and shift priorities to meet goals.
Strong relationship-building and engagement skills with diverse community segments.
Excellent organizational and reporting skills.  Public speaking skills.
Other Requirements:
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for travel between sites in the Capital Region. Mileage reimbursed at GSA rate.
Pay range: $25.85 - $37.50
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.