Job TitleStudent FacilitatorRequisition NumberDU12391Department Name8G040:Kinesiology - Health PromotionWork LocationLexington, KYSalary Range$15.50-$16.50/ hourType of PositionStudentPosition Time Status Part-TimeRequired 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 include your weekly 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 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.
*Applicants must have reliable transportation.
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred 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 Apply09/30/2024Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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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Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
