Youth Prevention Specialist at University of Kentucky

Posted in Other 13 days ago.

Location: Lexington, Kentucky





Job Description:

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details

Job Title Youth Prevention Specialist
Requisition Number DU11660
Department Name 8G040:Kinesiology - Health Promotion
Work Location Lexington, KY
Salary Range $16.00/hr
Type of Position Temporary
Position Time Status Part-Time
Required 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 provide your 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 Eastern 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.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred 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 Apply 05/01/2024
University Community of Inclusion

The 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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