Substance Use Prevention Specialist

Type: Full time (40 hours per week) with benefits
Reports to:  Substance Use Prevention Assistant Director
Location: Raleigh, NC. Hybrid: In-person requirements with remote hours available.

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Substance Use Prevention Assistant Director, the Substance Use Prevention Specialist provides collaborative substance use prevention efforts in target communities, collaborates with other community and regional partners, and provides educational programming to children, youth, families, and community leaders.

This position facilitates and implements prevention strategies including environmental, community based process, recurring education, referrals, and information dissemination.

This position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with benefits.

Qualification Requirements:

• A Certified Prevention Specialist preferred
• Experience in health education, youth empowerment, community coalition work, policy advocacy, community mobilization, and/or substance use prevention community strategies.
• BA or BS required
• Computer literacy including G Suite, experience with online reporting systems and data management required.
• Demonstrated excellence in written, oral and interpersonal communication skills in English.
• Demonstrated excellence in written, oral and interpersonal communication skills in Spanish preferred.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement substance use prevention education programs with fidelity including deliverables, evaluation, data collection and management, and reporting.
• Conduct merchant education.
• Facilitate youth empowerment meetings and guide youth environmental management strategies.
• Facilitate strategic community planning processes.
• Implement environmental and community-based strategies.
• Implement social marketing campaigns.
• Attend all required meetings.
• Proficiency in the use of educational and office technologies, including, but not limited to Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Ability to make independent decisions and manage various responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Ability to develop clear, concise program goals, objectives, work plans and reports.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member in a diverse workplace.
• Deliver required data within the deadlines and upon request.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
• Ability to travel and work non-traditional hours.
• Adherence to the policies and procedures.

The Organization: The mission of the Poe Center for Health Education is to educate and empower North Carolina children, youth, and their families to make choices that increase positive health behaviors.

Application deadline: Open until filled

Interested parties should send resume and cover letter to:

Margaret Thomas Bailey MA, Substance Use Prevention Administrative Coordinator
[email protected]

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Occasional Health Educator*

Reports to: Equity Director or Kitchen Senior Specialist
Openings available in the following focus areas: Nutrition, Exercise Science, Cooking, and Gardening
Location: Raleigh, NC. Hybrid: In-person requirements with remote hours available.

*An Occasional Health Educator has no set number of hours. The hours may vary greatly from one week to the next, depending upon the needs of the Poe Center, our admission numbers and your flexibility and availability.

Position Summary:

The Occasional Health Educator delivers consistent, high quality health education to children Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade and adults.

The Poe Center has programming for six broad health education topics: general health, family life, dental health, substance use prevention, mental health and nutrition/physical activity. This position would serve in all program areas with a primary focus on nutrition, exercise science, and garden-to-table education.

The Occasional Health Educator is also responsible for day-to-day responsibilities related to the delivery of instructional programs at the Poe Center and offsite, including teacher training, community outreach and development and maintenance of resource materials.

The Occasional Health Educator will also assist in the research, design and development of health education curriculum, evaluation instruments and supplemental materials.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• A thorough understanding and mastery of the principles of education.
• Strong teaching skills. (learner-centered, experiential, popular education)
• Experience teaching or facilitating youth.
• Ability to make independent decisions and manage various responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Proven organization and time management skills.
• Ability to develop clear, concise program goals, objectives, work plans and reports.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member in a diverse workplace.
• Knowledge of health and nutrition, food access, food systems, basic cooking practices and/or exercise science.
• Strong communication skills, including oral, written and interpersonal.
• Experience in curriculum design and development, education, technical writing, and evaluation.
• Demonstrated excellence in written, oral and interpersonal communication skills in Spanish preferred.

Qualification Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Minimum of two years of practical education/teaching experience in learner-centered training environments.
• Proficient in the use of educational and office technologies.
• Demonstrated understanding of the principles of prevention best practices, health education, experiential learning techniques and the art of teaching.
• Demonstrated experience in program implementation and evaluation.
• Demonstrated excellence in written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills.
• Ability to relate to participants (Pre-Kindergarten – 12th grade and adult.)
• Willingness to be flexible and adapt as needed in the Poe team environment.

The Organization: The mission of the Poe Center for Health Education is to educate and empower North Carolina children, youth, and their families to make choices that increase positive health behaviors.

An ideal candidate will demonstrate the Poe Center’s five core values:
We value DIVERSITY and honor all people without biases of any kind.
We value PROACTIVITY. We strive to be innovative leaders and experts in our field taking initiative to demonstrate best practices through an open and collaborative environment.
We value INTEGRITY in our internal and external relationships committing to carry out our mission in a trustworthy, professional, and ethical way.
We value COMMUNICATION. We speak and write with timely clarity and coherence. We listen and seek to understand and learn from others in order to function with maximum efficacy.
We value RESPECT. We acknowledge and recognize the dignity of all individuals trusting in their best intentions.

Application deadline: Open until filled.

Interested parties should send resume and cover letter to:

Rachel Pohlman, Nutrition Director
[email protected]

Kitchen Specialist

Reports to: Kitchen Senior Specialist
Type: Part-time (20 hours/ week)
Location: Raleigh, NC. Hybrid: In-person requirements with remote hours available.

Position Summary:

The Poe Center Health Educators deliver consistent, high quality health education to children PreK-12 and their families. The Poe Center offers curriculum across broad health education topics: general health, family life, dental health, substance use prevention, mental wellbeing, bullying prevention and nutrition/physical activity.

Under the direction of the Kitchen Senior Specialist and in conjunction with the kitchen team, the Kitchen Specialist ensures the CookWELL Kitchen is safe, functioning, and meets ServSafe standards. The Kitchen Specialist will also provide direct education which includes nutrition, culinary skills, and garden to kitchen connections.

Fluency in Spanish is preferred.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Approximately 45% CookWELL Kitchen Management

• Coordinate with the facility manager, the kitchen team and Poe staff to keep the kitchen in safe and working order.
• Research and develop systems to provide optimal functioning and safety of CookWELL Kitchen.
• Ensure Poe Center staff are trained and certified on ServSafe.
• Ensure technology is in working order and health educators are trained on its use.
• Communicate with the kitchen team to ensure tasks for upcoming programs are assigned.
• Collect attendance, evaluation, and demographic forms for reporting purposes.
• Assist with testing and development of new kitchen curriculum designed for diverse audiences. 
• Assist with training health educators on CookWELL programs.
• Partner with the Communications team to promote CookWELL programs.
• Keep program supplies in stock and in working condition. 

Approximately 45% Education

• Master the course content in nutrition and CookWELL health education programs. 
• Incorporate methods of instruction that will enhance and enrich the learning experience. 
• Provide behind-the-scenes support for CookWELL Programs.
• Participate and lead activities in Health Habits Camp each summer.
• Support community efforts around healthy cooking as appropriate. 
• Support the Communications team with social media needs. 

Approximately 10% General Poe Duties

• Promote the mission and goals of the Poe Center through outreach efforts in the community and during on-site tours and program promotions.
• Be responsive to the needs of other staff and Board volunteers as time and expertise allows.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Communicate internally around composting guidelines at Poe.
• A thorough understanding and mastery of the principles of education.
• Strong teaching skills. (learner-centered, experiential, popular education)
• Experience teaching or facilitating youth.
• Ability to make independent decisions and manage various responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Proven organization and time management skills.
• Ability to develop clear, concise program goals, objectives, work plans and reports.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member in a diverse workplace.
• Knowledge of health and nutrition, food access, food systems, basic cooking practices and/or exercise science.
• Strong communication skills, including oral, written and interpersonal.
• Experience in curriculum design and development, education, technical writing, and evaluation.
• Demonstrated excellence in written, oral and interpersonal communication skills in Spanish preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Facilitation or teaching experience with youth.
• Knowledge of topics such as health and nutrition, food access, healthy cooking, and food systems. 
• Ability to make independent decisions and manage various responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Ability to develop clear, concise program goals, objectives, work plans and reports.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member in a diverse workplace.
• Willingness to be flexible and adapt as needed.
• Ability and willingness to see where help is needed and to be part of the Poe team.

Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Preference given to degrees such as Nutrition, Health/Prevention Education, Culinary Arts, Food Science, or Hospitality Management. 
• Minimum of two years education/teaching experience in learner centered environments. 
• Understanding of the principles of prevention best practices, health education, experiential learning techniques, and the art of teaching.
• Excellence in presentation and facilitation skills and has the ability to relate to participants (preschool-12th grade students and adults, competency in working with individuals with special needs.)
• Strong commitment to the Poe Center’s mission.
• Excellence in written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in the use of educational and office technologies.
• Ability to move items up to 20 pounds.
• Occasionally ascend or descend ladder. 
• Ability to travel and work non-traditional hours.

The Organization: The mission of the Poe Center for Health Education is to educate and empower North Carolina children, youth, and their families to make choices that increase positive health behaviors.

An ideal candidate will demonstrate the Poe Center’s five core values:
We value DIVERSITY and honor all people without biases of any kind.
We value PROACTIVITY. We strive to be innovative leaders and experts in our field taking initiative to demonstrate best practices through an open and collaborative environment.
We value INTEGRITY in our internal and external relationships committing to carry out our mission in a trustworthy, professional, and ethical way.
We value COMMUNICATION. We speak and write with timely clarity and coherence. We listen and seek to understand and learn from others in order to function with maximum efficacy.
We value RESPECT. We acknowledge and recognize the dignity of all individuals trusting in their best intentions.

Application deadline: Open until filled.

Interested parties should send resume and cover letter to:

Rachel Pohlman, Nutrition Director
[email protected]

Administrative/ Volunteer Coordinator

Reports to: Scheduling/ Operations Director
Type: Full Time
Location:  On-site at the Poe Center for Health Education in Raleigh, NC.

Position Summary:

The Administrative/Volunteer Coordinator (A/VC) works directly with on-site schools and other groups that come to the Poe Center for programming and volunteer service. The A/VC supports the Scheduling/Operations Director (S/OD) and other staff members.

The A/VC plays a prominent role in the day-to-day operations of the Poe Center and is expected to maintain a high level of professionalism and customer service as they work with visitors, vendors, volunteers, and field trip groups.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Daily preparation to receive groups for educational programming including tasks such as: unlocking PlayWELL Park, updating the visitor board, readying evaluations and marketing folders for teachers, group check-in, and other tasks based on the groups arriving.
• Follow up with groups to confirm online and onsite visits before programming.
• Coordinate data collection from participating schools on outcome data and other data with the Development/Data Senior Specialist.
• Provide telephone coverage and front door access.
• Maintain contact list in iContact.
• Assist in preparations for Poe Center events, meetings, and programs including physical setup, as well as communication to internal and external stakeholders. Manage EventBrite as needed.
• Attend and take minutes for the designated staff meetings.
• Inventory and purchase office supplies.
• Staff orientation and offboarding support.
• Process daily mail, including donations and payments as they are received.
• Manage deliveries, including working with IT to coordinate laptop deliveries.
• Responsible for overseeing volunteer activities in collaboration with the Volunteer/Intern Outreach Team.
• Maintain the volunteer task spreadsheet and facilitate quarterly Volunteer/Intern Outreach Team meetings.
• Disseminate volunteer communications.
• Manage usage of meeting supplies and equipment inventory (tablecloths, tables, etc.) and procedure.
• Participate as a team member on the Safety Team, including Safety Team meetings.
• Responsible for maintenance of office equipment including laminator, copier, and onsite Zoom Room support as needed.
• Provide other administrative assistance to staff as needed.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Promote the mission and goals of the Poe Center through outreach efforts in the community and during on-site tours and program promotions.
• Other assignments as directed by your supervisor.
  

Qualification Requirements:

• Associate degree or higher
• Ability to work effectively as a flexible team member
• Ability to successfully work in a diverse workforce
• Strong commitment to the Poe Center mission and values
• Demonstrates excellence in written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
• Mastery of the Microsoft Office software systems and G-Suite required

The Organization: The mission of the Poe Center for Health Education is to educate and empower North Carolina children, youth, and their families to make choices that increase positive health behaviors.

An ideal candidate will demonstrate the Poe Center’s five core values:

We value DIVERSITY and honor all people without biases of any kind.
We value PROACTIVITY. We strive to be innovative leaders and experts in our field taking initiative to demonstrate best practices through an open and collaborative environment.
We value INTEGRITY in our internal and external relationships committing to carry out our mission in a trustworthy, professional, and ethical way.
We value COMMUNICATION. We speak and write with timely clarity and coherence. We listen and seek to understand and learn from others in order to function with maximum efficacy.
We value RESPECT. We acknowledge and recognize the dignity of all individuals trusting in their best intentions.

Application deadline: Open until filled.

Interested parties should send resume and cover letter to:

Amanda Bodenheimer, Scheduling/ Operations Director
[email protected]