Program Associate - Tobacco Prevention (HCCA)
Gardiner, ME Gardiner, ME Full-time Full-time $47,000 - $49,000 a year $47,000 - $49,000 a year Position Type:
Full Time Level:
Mid-level Location:
Gardiner, ME (Hybrid) MCD Global Health & Healthy Communities of the Capital Area (HCCA) MCD Global Health is a nonprofit global health organization recognized in the United States and around the world as a leader, innovator, and trusted partner.
Healthy Communities of the Capital Area (HCCA) is a public health non-profit organization located in Gardiner, ME.
HCCA serves Kennebec County, the Central Public Health District, and other statewide and regional efforts related to public health primary prevention, with particular focus on tobacco use prevention and control, substance misuse prevention, healthy eating and active living.
HCCA is home to Gardiner Area Thrives Drug Free Communities Coalition, Maine Farm & Sea to School Network, and Maine Farm to Institution.
HCCA partners with MCD Global Health, Inc.
(MCD) to provide recruitment and human resources services, and serve as HCCA's employer of record.
This hybrid remote position is based at HCCA's offices at 11 Mechanic Street, Suite 101, Gardiner, ME.
This position qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
HCCA's mission is to convene and support people, organizations, and communities to collaborate on quality of life and public health issues.
We are looking to bring on a Program Associate - Tobacco Prevention, who is a member of the HCCA team and works with other HCCA staff and community partners to implement Maine Prevention Network grant-specific program objectives throughout Kennebec County, Maine.
Objectives include community education, policy and systems change, and community-level environmental enhancements for the prevention of tobacco-related diseases.
The Program Associate - Tobacco Prevention reports directly to the Executive Director with oversight from the Associate Program Manager.
Please submit a detailed resume and cover letter outlining and providing examples of relevant qualifications, skills, and experience.
List of Job Duties The Program Associate - Tobacco Prevention will:
Implement evidence-based prevention strategies in the Maine Prevention Network Central District Tobacco Work Plan throughout Kennebec County in collaboration with HCCA staff and Somerset County partners.
Participate in appropriate professional development opportunities.
Utilize written and electronic media for a variety of community awareness strategies.
Work closely with local, county, public health district, and state partners; and other stakeholders to collaborate and coordinate assessments and implement interventions.
Attend required meetings and training sessions.
Assure required data is collected and entered in online and other required reporting systems.
Assist with grant reporting requirements in order for reports to be accurate and submitted on-time.
Work closely with HCCA Associate Program Manager and Finance Manager to assure project activity meets budgetary expectations.
Serve as a spokesperson for tobacco use and exposure prevention, and HCCA.
Promote positive relationships between and among HCCA and all potential collaborating partners.
Be a member of HCCA's team of public health professionals, supporting the organization's broad public health goals.
Qualifications &
Experience:
Bachelor's degree in health-related field is preferred, however, equivalent related work experience may be considered.
Experience working in a non-profit setting and with grant-funded projects is a plus.
Additional desired skills include:
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse project partners, consumers, community partners, and providers of health and behavioral health care Comfort and ability to present to and facilitate diverse audiences, including youth Ability to work independently Ability to meet deadlines Ability to communicate professionally both verbally and in writing Knowledge and skill in the management of data-driven projects Ability to monitor and provide oversight of local partners' progress towards deliverables Ability to plan, coordinate, implement, and manage multiple activities at once Ability to gather, synthesize, and summarize a variety of information from many sources Experience developing communication materials and messages including flyers, brochures, booklets, social media, etc.
Understanding of coalition-building strategies Knowledge of evidence-based tobacco use prevention strategies is a plus Medical Care Development, Inc.
is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
MCD strongly encourages COVID-19 vaccinations for employees, contractors, and other representatives.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Full Time Level:
Mid-level Location:
Gardiner, ME (Hybrid) MCD Global Health & Healthy Communities of the Capital Area (HCCA) MCD Global Health is a nonprofit global health organization recognized in the United States and around the world as a leader, innovator, and trusted partner.
Healthy Communities of the Capital Area (HCCA) is a public health non-profit organization located in Gardiner, ME.
HCCA serves Kennebec County, the Central Public Health District, and other statewide and regional efforts related to public health primary prevention, with particular focus on tobacco use prevention and control, substance misuse prevention, healthy eating and active living.
HCCA is home to Gardiner Area Thrives Drug Free Communities Coalition, Maine Farm & Sea to School Network, and Maine Farm to Institution.
HCCA partners with MCD Global Health, Inc.
(MCD) to provide recruitment and human resources services, and serve as HCCA's employer of record.
This hybrid remote position is based at HCCA's offices at 11 Mechanic Street, Suite 101, Gardiner, ME.
This position qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
HCCA's mission is to convene and support people, organizations, and communities to collaborate on quality of life and public health issues.
We are looking to bring on a Program Associate - Tobacco Prevention, who is a member of the HCCA team and works with other HCCA staff and community partners to implement Maine Prevention Network grant-specific program objectives throughout Kennebec County, Maine.
Objectives include community education, policy and systems change, and community-level environmental enhancements for the prevention of tobacco-related diseases.
The Program Associate - Tobacco Prevention reports directly to the Executive Director with oversight from the Associate Program Manager.
Please submit a detailed resume and cover letter outlining and providing examples of relevant qualifications, skills, and experience.
List of Job Duties The Program Associate - Tobacco Prevention will:
Implement evidence-based prevention strategies in the Maine Prevention Network Central District Tobacco Work Plan throughout Kennebec County in collaboration with HCCA staff and Somerset County partners.
Participate in appropriate professional development opportunities.
Utilize written and electronic media for a variety of community awareness strategies.
Work closely with local, county, public health district, and state partners; and other stakeholders to collaborate and coordinate assessments and implement interventions.
Attend required meetings and training sessions.
Assure required data is collected and entered in online and other required reporting systems.
Assist with grant reporting requirements in order for reports to be accurate and submitted on-time.
Work closely with HCCA Associate Program Manager and Finance Manager to assure project activity meets budgetary expectations.
Serve as a spokesperson for tobacco use and exposure prevention, and HCCA.
Promote positive relationships between and among HCCA and all potential collaborating partners.
Be a member of HCCA's team of public health professionals, supporting the organization's broad public health goals.
Qualifications &
Experience:
Bachelor's degree in health-related field is preferred, however, equivalent related work experience may be considered.
Experience working in a non-profit setting and with grant-funded projects is a plus.
Additional desired skills include:
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse project partners, consumers, community partners, and providers of health and behavioral health care Comfort and ability to present to and facilitate diverse audiences, including youth Ability to work independently Ability to meet deadlines Ability to communicate professionally both verbally and in writing Knowledge and skill in the management of data-driven projects Ability to monitor and provide oversight of local partners' progress towards deliverables Ability to plan, coordinate, implement, and manage multiple activities at once Ability to gather, synthesize, and summarize a variety of information from many sources Experience developing communication materials and messages including flyers, brochures, booklets, social media, etc.
Understanding of coalition-building strategies Knowledge of evidence-based tobacco use prevention strategies is a plus Medical Care Development, Inc.
is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
MCD strongly encourages COVID-19 vaccinations for employees, contractors, and other representatives.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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