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University of Kentucky Pallottine Community Health Educator (Estes) in Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
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Posting Details
Job TitlePallottine Community Health Educator (Estes)Requisition NumberDU12297Department Name8G040:Kinesiology - Health PromotionWork LocationLexington, KYSalary Range$17.50/hourType of PositionTemporaryPosition Time Status Part-TimeRequired EducationNone
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/CertificationNone
Physical RequirementsNone
Shift20 hours a week, times will vary
-Please include your weekly availability.
Job SummaryNote: This position will primarily serve Pike, Martin,
Johnson, Floyd, and Lawrence counties. Candidates living
in or near one of these counties are preferred.
Position Objective: To serve as a community liaison and
provide tobacco use prevention services to youth, families,
and community members across Eastern Kentucky.
Position Description: Supervised by the #iCANendthetrend
Program Coordinator, the Pallottine Community Health Educator
works in schools and communities to establish community
partnerships and facilitate tobacco use prevention services
based on the #iCANendthetrend framework, which include:
1. Prevention Education
2. Information Dissemination
3. Youth Empowerment
4. Professional Development
5. Community Involvement
Position Responsibilities:
Collaborate with schools, parent-teacher groups, civic
organizations, 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.
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 internship
requirements or practicum hours if needed.
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesExcellent verbal and written skills; intermediate skills in Excel,
PowerPoint, Word, and Microsoft Outlook; skills in editing
documents; interpersonal skills
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience Pre-employment criminal check, employment
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 Apply05/01/2025University Community of InclusionThe 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 - 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 check and/or drug screen.
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