Cannabis Prevention Specialist Mpci Jobs

KYCC is committed to meeting the needs of the multicultural Koreatown community. The Prevention Education Unit was
established to engage and empower our diverse immigrant community members to become the movement towards a healthier
and more equitable community. We educate, build capacity, and work alongside each individual to address emerging issues.
Our staff are visible, trusted and most of all, place cultural relevancy at the forefront of our work.
We have been serving our diverse community for over 40 years, and if you're passionate about creating change within our
community, one family at a time, we'd like to meet you.
Prevention Specialist (MacArthur Park Community Initiative) (Temporary, Full-time, Non-exempt)
Unit: Prevention Education Reports To: Prevention Coordinator Positions Available: 1
Updated: 3/23/2022 Salary: $22.00-23.50 hourly DOE
Summary: Under the direction of the Prevention Education Coordinator, the Prevention Specialist is responsible for cannabis
and tobacco preventions services on a day-to-day basis. Performance is reviewed on a continuous basis with specific goals
and objectives identified throughout the year. This is a full-time, non-exempt position, working 40 hours a week. Typical
schedule is 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM with a one hour lunch, but can vary based on program and community needs; some weekend
shifts are required. This position is expected to be in-person, but can be remote depending on program needs. This position
is expected to end November 30, 2022. *Full COVID-19 Vaccination is required per contract requirements.

Duties / Responsibilities:
• Provide program facilitation and implementation by:

o Facilitating and implementing campaign activities that encompass all stages of organizing including, but not limited to:
asset mapping, action plan development and implementation, and on-going evaluation for the Westlake/MacArthur
Park community. 

Activities will also include community education and enrichment activities, presentations, community events,
and mobilizing community support towards a smoke-free policy campaign.

o Assisting in research and policy analysis on the current impact of secondhand smoke and tobacco and cannabis use
among residents in public places such as parks.

o Assisting in the recruitment, implementation, and facilitation of a youth coalition and a community advisory group.
o Establishing an ongoing working relationship with community-based organizations, schools, parents, young adults,

and youth.
o Communicating and engaging with stakeholders, media and local elected officials for the policy campaign.
o Disseminating campaign, agency, and tobacco and cannabis cessation resources and information to community

organizations, partners, and the public.
o Ensuring that strategies are culturally appropriate and ethical.
o Supporting the collection and coordination of evaluation activities with the Prevention Coordinator and Project

Evaluator.
o Developing print and media educational and promotional materials.
o Supporting and preparing documentation including quarterly progress reports.
o Assisting with the development, negotiation, and management of contracts and grants.
o Assisting with grant writing to develop new programs and to enhance existing programs.

• Attend relevant meetings and trainings.

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Other related duties as assigned by the Prevention Education Coordinator AND/OR Prevention Education

Manager.

Prevention Specialist (MPCI)

Minimum Requirements / Qualifications (All applicants MUST meet the minimum qualifications):

• A Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Public Policy, and/or social sciences from an accredited college or university–OR-

two(2) years full-time experience working in the fields of public health, public policy and/or community
organizing/advocacy.

• Bilingual capacity (English/Spanish).

• Experience in community engagement.

• Possess flexibility, initiative and ability to work under pressure.

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, written and communication skills with colleagues, clients and representatives from

other community organizations.

• Strong commitment and competency to work with a multi-cultural community.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others and a willingness to participate fully in a team process.
• Self-directing and ability to work independently as required.
• Ability to organize and prepare documentation in a timely manner.
• Demonstrable working knowledge of the use and operation of personal computers.
• Proof of passing a TB test and fingerprinting clearance (Live Scan).
• Proof of full COVID-19 Vaccination.
• Additional fingerprinting clearance through the Department of Parks and Recreation is required.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Physical requirements: able to hear a child calling for help, able to see a child on the playground, able to sit for long

periods of time, seeing to inspect the field and written documents; ability to communicate with KYCC staff, affiliates,
clients and public; sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time; bending, kneeling and reaching to retrieve
and replace files; and dexterity of hands and fingers to operate office equipment.

Desired Qualifications:
• Knowledge and understanding of tobacco and cannabis use prevention planning including community-based and

environmental prevention efforts.

• Knowledge of evidence-based strategies and prevention concepts for addressing cannabis tobacco-related community

problems and contributing factors.

• Experience with facilitating coalitions.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) or Policy Adoption Model.
• Certification in CPR (Youth and Adult) and First Aid training.
• A valid Class C California Driver License, access to personal automobile, and proof of auto insurance.
  

TO APPLY, please submit a
cover letter and
resume.

Prevention Specialist (MPCI)

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