Healthy Living Educator - Motahkomikuk

Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness•Calais, ME

About The Position

Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness (WPHW) is growing, and we are excited to be adding new people to our team! If you value inclusivity, balance, and cultural centeredness and have a true passion for serving others, you may be a great fit for our team! WPHW is a non-profit organization that serves four federally recognized tribes located in five communities: the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, the Aroostook Band of Mi'kmaq, the Passamaquoddy Tribe at Indian Township, the Passamaquoddy Tribe at Pleasant Point, and the Penobscot Nation. Wabanaki traditions, language, and culture guide our approach and describe the ways we live in harmony with each other and the land we collectively share. Services are available to community members living on and off-reservation across the State of Maine. 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.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in public health or a health-related field (preferred) or Highschool/GED with 4 years of experience in field
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.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

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.