POSITION: Vaping Prevention Education Coordinator

DUTIES: * Assessment and Evaluation: Conduct a comprehensive assessment of existing vaping prevention strategies to evaluate their effectiveness and identify areas for improvement. * Community Engagement: Organize and facilitate community and parent meetings to gather feedback, insights, and support for proposed changes in vaping prevention strategies. * Policy Development: Collaborate with stakeholders to adapt policies based on community feedback and implement revised strategies effectively. * Educational Framework: Develop and implement a preventative and educational framework for vaping awareness and prevention that empowers students and families to prioritize their health. * Curriculum Development: Design and implement a curriculum tailored to students' needs, ensuring it addresses current vaping trends and educates on emerging nicotine products like Zyns. * Student Support: Provide direct support and resources to students and families in need of vaping prevention education and intervention. * Continuous Learning: Stay informed about new vaping trends, products, and youth behaviors to proactively adjust prevention strategies. * Advocacy and Empowerment: Empower students to take an active role in finding solutions to vaping-related challenges within the school environment, such as creating safe spaces free from vaping pressure.

REQUIREMENTS: * Bachelor s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or related field required; * Certification or licensure in mental health counseling or related discipline. * Experience working in educational settings, preferably with a focus on youth mental health or substance abuse prevention. * Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders, including students, families, educators, and community members. * Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. * Commitment to a holistic, student-centered approach to vaping prevention and education.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: * Master s degree

WAGE: $65,000-$79,4000

SHIFTS: 8-hour days/190 contract days

JOB SITE: Elizabeth High District

BENEFITS: * We offer an attractive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, life insurance and paid time off as well as a retirement plan through PERA. Competitive salary commensurate with experience. * Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement plan options. * Professional development opportunities to enhance skills in mental health counseling and educational leadership.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: If you meet the minimum requirements for this position, please click on How to Apply to view application information. You must be registered with Connecting Colorado to view the application information (registration is available at no cost).