Youth Prevention Specialist

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 background check, employment background 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
06/30/2025


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 backgrounds, 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 background check and/or drug screen.