Healthy Living Educator - Motahkomikuk

Position Summary

This position will promote wellness and healthy lifestyles by designing and implementing public health prevention programming related to commercial tobacco prevention, traditional tobacco education, and healthy eating and active living programs.

• Develop new and strengthen existing partnerships with community-based agencies to provide commercial tobacco prevention, traditional tobacco education, healthy eating and active living initiatives, including nutrition education programs
• Partner with tribal schools, childcare centers, out-of-school programs, community centers, and other tribal organizations to implement healthy eating and active living programs, and commercial tobacco prevention programming and policies
• Identify and conduct commercial tobacco prevention outreach and education to non-clinical settings
• Participate in the development and implementation of a youth commercial tobacco prevention program in schools.
• Work with community partners to develop and/or implement strategies that aid in obesity prevention and nutrition education
• Gather data and develop health education initiatives aimed at promoting healthy lifestyles, wellness, and a healthy environment
• Participate in health fairs
• Coordinate health information projects such newsletters, informational displays, and community health events
• Design and distribute health education materials that are culturally appropriate
• Support social media promotion of programming
• Attend required trainings and meetings, both in person and online, in accordance with grant funding
• Complete reporting and evaluation as related to deliverables
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Associate’s degree in public health or a health-related field (preferred) or High school/GED with 4 years of experience in field
• Preference will be given for experience in implementing nutrition education, obesity prevention services, and commercial tobacco prevention and/or policies in school or community settings.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite and general office equipment
• Experience working with Tribal Communities preferred

• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• The ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently
• A strong work ethic and enthusiasm
• Candidate must be willing to travel with some overnights for trainings and events.
• A current driver’s license, a good driving record, and access to reliable transportation are required.
• Must pass criminal background check.

Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.