Job Description
Description
SUMMARY
The California Youth Advocacy Network (CYAN) is an independent agency working under the auspices of the Heluna Health, a 501(c)3 fiscal sponsor. CYAN currently employs seven staff. Funding is primarily through competitive grants from sources such as the California Department of Public Health – Tobacco Prevention Program. Since 1997, CYAN has been providing tobacco control services in California and throughout the country. What began as a youth advocacy program has grown into a multi-dimensional organization with focused programs in higher education and youth. CYAN currently provides technical assistance, training, campaign support and networking opportunities to local health agencies, community-based organizations, colleges/universities, and individuals working toward a smoke/tobacco-free California.
The Youth Training Coordinator is supervised by the CYAN Project Director and/or Managing Director.
This is a full-time benefited position, which is grant-funded through June 2024.
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $29.00 per hour.
If hired for this position, you will be required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to your start date, or have a valid religious or medical reason qualifying you for an exemption (that may or may not require accommodation).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The CYAN Youth Training Coordinator is responsible for working closely with other program staff to implement all aspects of the agency workplan that focus on youth advocacy, youth engagement, youth development, material development and research. The Youth Training Coordinator works with youth leaders from throughout California to develop and implement tobacco control advocacy programs. This is done by providing technical assistance and training to local, regional, and statewide tobacco control organizations to increase authentic youth engagement in policy and systems change campaigns.
The Youth Training Coordinator responsibilities include:
Advocacy (30%)
· Support coordination and implementation of an annual youth information and education event at the State Capitol;
· Present at local, regional, and/or state youth meetings and conferences on advocacy, policy/system change, and tobacco control strategies; and
· Develop tools and resources for youth and adult audiences to increase knowledge of tobacco control policy initiatives and skills related to advocating for policy, system, and environmental change.
Training and Technical Assistance (60%)
- Provide training and technical assistance to programs and individuals on: youth engagement, advocacy, and various tobacco control topics;
- Research, develop, and distribute youth-related educational material and website content;
- Create content for web-based trainings for youth and adult partners on current tobacco control topics, youth engagement, and advocacy;
- Assist with the coordination of a statewide Youth Board of Directors made up of 15-20 high school-age youth, including 2-3 annual Youth Board of Directors retreats, monthly virtual meetings; and
- Assist with the planning and implementation of an annual 3 to 4-day statewide youth advocacy conference for 150 youth and adult partners
Evaluation and Reporting (5%)
- Assist with evaluation activities as needed such as training evaluation, organizational assessments, and youth listening sessions; and
- Completion of bi-annual progress reports.
Other (5%)
- Support and coordinate with other CYAN programs as necessary; and
Other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications
Education/Experience
- Four-year College Degree (BA or BS) required;
- A master’s degree in a related field (e.g., MPH, MPA, MPP) preferred;
- Extensive knowledge of youth engagement principles and advocacy strategies;
- Experience implementing a public health program and/or facilitating community organizing activities; and
- Basic understanding of public health principles and tobacco control programs in California.
Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written;
- Computer qualifications include proficiency in all MS Office applications;
- Ability to maintain content on a website, and knowledge of social marketing and social networking applications; and
- Willingness to work collaboratively as part of a small staff in a positive environment.
Certificates/Licenses/Clearances
- · None
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Stand Frequently
Walk Frequently
Sit Frequently
Handling / Fingering Frequently
Reach Outward Frequently
Reach Above Shoulder Occasionally
Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend Occasionally
Lift / Carry Occasionally – Up to 25 lbs
Push/Pull Occasionally – Up to 25 lbs
See Constantly
Taste/ Smell Not applicable
Not Applicable Not required for essential functions
Occasionally (0 - 2 hrs/day)
Frequently (2 - 5 hrs/day)
Constantly (5+ hrs/day)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
General Office Setting, Indoors Temperature Controlled. CYAN is currently working remotely; however, this is subject to change at any time.
EEOC STATEMENT
Heluna Health is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages minorities, women, veterans, and disabled to apply.
Please include your resume and cover letter with the application.