JOBS
Youth Pregnancy Prevention TrainerThe Trainer is a 20 hour a week position, working with the Coordinator, to deliver evidence-based programming for youth focused on promoting healthy behaviors, responsible decision making and increased opportunities for at risk youth. The Trainer must be highly organized, experienced with youth programming and working with at risk youth. Bi-lingual/bi-cultural strongly preferred. Some college experience is preferred. Must be able to relate effectively with youth. Previous youth training or evidence-based programming experience is preferred. Send cover letter and resume to Alison Jones, Gandara Center, 147 Norman St., West Springfield, MA 01089 or ajones@gandaracenter.org.
Posted 5.3.12
Tobacco Free Community Partnership Coordinator
This part time (20+ hours per week) position is working to support and promote the efforts of the DPH MTCP Tobacco Free Community Partnership program. The Coordinator will primarily oversee the Ex-Smokers Hall of Fame initiative, including recruitment, maintaining relationships and planning events. The Coordinator must create and maintain a strong presence in the community and be a resource to those interested in learning more about tobacco related issues in the area. The Coordinator will give presentations in the community on tobacco related topics as well as help recruit 84 Chapters. The Coordinator will offer support to the Director of the TFCP with other work plan initiatives as well. Please email a resume and cover letter to Sara Moriarty at: smoriarty@gandaracenter.org.
Posted: 5.3.12
Youth Pregnancy Prevention Coordinator for New Program
The Coordinator of this new program will oversee evidence-based programming for youth focused on promoting healthy behaviors, responsible decision making and increased opportunities for at risk youth. The Coordinator must be highly organized, experienced with youth programming and evidence-based programming, have experience supervising staff. Bi-lingual/bi-cultural is highly preferred. A bachelor's degree in social work or a related field is highly recommended or at least 2 years previous experience. Send cover letter and resume to Alison Jones, Gandara Center, 147 Norman Street, West Springfield, MA 01089 or email resume and cover letter to ajones@gandaracenter.org. Search will remain open until a candidate is found.
Posted 5.3.12
Stop Access Coalition Assistant
Gandara has an opening for 20+ hours per week for a Coalition Assistant to work in the field of youth substance use prevention. The Assistant will work on the social media campaign, maintain the data base and write reports, work with youth on targeted activities, and represent the project in the community. Candidates must have a bachelors degree or 2 years experience of youth work or community work, excellent Word/Access/Excel skills, ability to utilize social media to advance the Stop Access work, strong written and verbal skills and reliable transportation. Send in cover letter and resume to Anna Cruz at: acruz@gandaracenter.org or Gandara Center, 147 Norman St., West Springfield, MA 01089. No phone calls please.
Posted 5.3.12
University Health Services (UHS) seeks a dynamic, creative, team-oriented professional for the position of Assistant Director of the Center for Health Promotion (CHP).
The CHP integrates health education, community outreach and marketing services and Center for Alcohol and other Drug Abuse Prevention into a premiere, comprehensive public health initiative promoting student health and wellness. Reporting to the Director of the CHP, the successful candidate will assist in needs prioritization, strategic planning, program design and evaluation, and development of a research agenda relevant to college health education. The Assistant Director will directly supervise health education and nutrition staff, prepare departmental reports and grant proposals, coordinate UHS quality improvement efforts and lead professional staff in delivering evidence-based, culturally relevant, innovative and sustainable programs and services.
Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in Public Health, Health Education, Behavioral Sciences or related field. A minimum of three years of progressively responsible professional experience (post-Master’s) in a college health or substance abuse setting. At least two years experience supervising professional health educators. Experience in providing science based universal and selective prevention interventions and health promotion strategies regarding health topics pertinent to college students. Administrative experience in supervising staff, managing budgets, grant writing skills and grant administration. Demonstrated leadership skills that facilitate effective communication and interpersonal relationships with all constituents (students, faculty, administration, medical providers, and other members of the surrounding community). Strong knowledge of health education theories and evidence-based practice as well as ability to translate and apply those theories to the development of a comprehensive package of health education services. Strong background in research and prevention program evaluation. Demonstrated proficiency in word processing, statistical analysis packages, report writing etc. Ability to lift, transport materials and equipment (light/medium weight). Ability to work nights and weekends as necessary. Preferred qualifications include CHES Credential.
Hiring Salary Range: $47,400-$60,000 Normal Starting Salary: $47,400-$53,700, plus generous benefit package.
Please send a letter of application, resume and contact information for three references to Search R42816, Employment Office, 167 Whitmore Administration Building, Amherst, MA 01003. Review of resumes will begin on April 16, 2012, and will continue until the position if filled.
The University of Massachusetts is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply.
Posted 4.6.12
Urban Farm Coordinator
New Lands Farm, a project of Lutheran Social Services (LSS), seeks an Urban Farm Coordinator to support an exciting new project that engages recently resettled refugees in growing food for their families and the community in Worcester, MA. LSS is a non-profit, refugee resettlement organization that provides refugees with the support and guidance needed to achieve economic self-sufficiency, community integration and a better future.
About the position
The Urban Farm Coordinator will help manage our Educational Agriculture Training Center (EAT Center), which is a small urban incubator farm in the Main South area of Worcester, MA. The EAT Center is a partnership between LSS, Worcester Regional Environmental Council, Worcester Common Ground, and the Worcester Mayor’s Office. The project vision is to train urban, new American farmers how to grow and market organic produce cultivated on previously vacant lots throughout the city. We are operating one site so far, and look forward to developing a second soon. The position is 15 hours per week, $12.50 per hour, and runs for 25 weeks beginning in April.
Posted 4.2.12
Assistant Director of Regional Strategies
Massachusetts Public Health Association
The Massachusetts Public Health Association (MPHA) is the state’s leading voice for public health. As a statewide membership organization, MPHA engages local leaders, state organizations, public officials, and others to improve the health of all the Commonwealth’s residents, particularly those vulnerable to inequities in health status because of race, ethnicity, class, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation or disability. MPHA uses an effective combination of advocacy, education, community organizing, policy development, and coalition leadership to protect public investments in public health, promote health equity, and bolster our public health infrastructure. In all our work, we seek to improve the social conditions in neighborhoods, schools, and workplaces that have an impact on health.
This full time position works closely with other MPHA staff, members, coalitions and partner organizations to expand organized constituency for public health, build and support regional leadership, and win changes in public policy to improve health.
Posted 3.30.12
The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts is actively seeking experienced warehousing and distribution professionals as candidates for a Director of Food Operations position.
The Food Bank is one of the most highly respected and recognized organizations in the area. As a member of the Food Bank's leadership team, you will play a vital role in ensuring effective operation of warehousing and food distribution. Position is also responsible for oversight of facilities management. Five to seven years of warehousing and/or distribution management is required. If you are interested in this opportunity, please review the full job description on our jobs opportunity page at http://www.foodbankwma.org/about/job-opportunities/ You may email your resume and cover letter for consideration to jobs@foodbankwma.org.
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Director of Development- Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA)
The Director of Development will provide strategic direction and coordination for CISA’s fundraising efforts, excluding grants. Drawing upon professional expertise in building long-term relationships with all stakeholders, the Director of Development will create strategies that increase support from major donors, community members, businesses and other sources. The Director plays a key role in identifying, cultivating and soliciting major gifts. The Director will be a part of the Management Team and work in close collaboration with the Executive Director and Board members to achieve CISA’s fundraising goals. Please review the full job description and application instructions here. Review begins 4.1.12, position open until filled.
Posted 3.16.12
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Foundation -- Research Associate II
SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Research Associate will perform a variety of activities related to project management, study design, data collection, analysis, and reporting of results for the PROBIT study and other studies within the Obesity Prevention Program (OPP) at the Department of Population Medicine. These studies focus on obesity prevention within defined populations. PROBIT (The Promotion of Breastfeeding Intervention Trial) is a cluster-randomized trial in the Republic of Belarus. S/he will conduct literature searches, plan analyses, perform statistical programming, and contribute to the writing of reports and manuscripts. S/he will work with investigators in the OPP to provide administrative management and oversight of projects throughout the DPM Project Management Lifecycle. This includes fiscal management, working with investigators to develop study protocols, training research assistants, preparing reports, communicating with research participants, and problem solving in all aspects of research. The Research Associate will work under general direction with a high level of independence
Posted 2.23.12
Manager of Western MA Partnerships
Organizational Overview:
Headquartered in Boston, Mass Mentoring Partnership (MMP) is the statewide organization solely dedicated to expanding opportunities for youth to have access to high-quality, structured youth mentoring relationships. MMP has a rich history of catalytic involvement in the start-up and sustainability of quality mentoring programs, the execution of high-visibility public awareness campaigns, and the attraction of increased public and private resources to the mentoring field. MMP currently has a network of more than 180 programs which serve more than 23,000 youth in mentoring relationships.
MMP has a small staff working in a high leverage environment, mobilizing resources on behalf of mentoring programs that are diverse in target populations, geography, scope and organization development.
To learn more please visit www.massmentors.org
Posted 2.15.12
DIRECTOR OF YOUTH PROGRAMS
The National Conference for Community and Justice (NCCJ) is a human relations organization dedicated to fighting bias, bigotry and racism. NCCJ promotes understanding and respect among all races, religions and cultures through education, advocacy and conflict resolution. At this time we are seeking a full-time Director of our youth programs. This individual will be responsible for implementing, growing and overseeing all aspects of NCCJ’s youth leadership programs. Specifically, the individual will coordinate, develop, deliver, promote and market all of NCCJ’s youth programs throughout the region as well as supervise the youth program specialist. Strong facilitation, training and development skills, knowledge of social justice education and a strong belief in youth voices and leadership is vital. The ability to be self-motivated, work independently and be a team player is important. Strong human relations skills, communication, administrative skills and comfort with social media a must.
Responsibility Includes:
*Promote and Facilitate our middle and high school program Bridges.
*Organize, Promote and Direct NCCJ’s Anytown program which begins with a one-week residential experience for high school youth.
*Oversee, Develop and promote YES! Campaign; NCCJ’s youth led initiative to end bias-based bullying.
*Oversee and Supervise NCCJ’s Youth Action Coalition (YAC).
*Develop, recruit and train staff volunteers for NCCJ’s Anytown program.
*Support and Attend Regional Events
*Other Duties as Assigned
Please mail or email resume and cover letter to:
Dr. Andrea C. Kandel, Ed.D.
1095 Day Hill Rd.; Suite 100
Windsor, CT. 06095
akandel@nccj.org
www.nccj.org
Posted 2.10.12
Tapestry Health seeks an Outreach Worker for our La Voz program, which serves Latinos in the Springfield/Holyoke area, and aims to reduce risk for HIV/STIs, incidence of relapse, and recidivism to jail.
Required Qualifications:bilingual English/Spanish, high school diploma or equivalent, experience working with substance abuse, knowledge of HIV/AIDS prevention principles, familiarity with Latino culture, skills in community organizing and education, proficiency in using the Internet, valid Massachusetts driver’s license and access to personal vehicle.
Preferred Experience/Education:computer literacy in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Access), ability to work independently and on a team, creative, flexible.
Please send cover letter and résumé to Nellie Kuilan, La Voz Program Manager, at nkuilan@tapestryhealth.org or Tapestry Health La Voz, Attn: Nellie Kuilan, 130 Maple Street, Lower Level, Springfield, MA 01103.
United Way of Pioneer Valley