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Health Promotion Facilitator - Denver
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Position Number: 5785883
Location: Denver, CO
Position Type: Health - Public and Environmental Health

Health Promotion Facilitator - Denver

University of Colorado Denver

Health Promotion Facilitator - Denver - 35394 University Staff Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Colorado School of Public Health | Rocky Mountain Prevention Research Center

Job Title: Health Promotion Facilitator - Denver

Position #: 796004 - Requisition #: 35394

Job Summary:

Join the Colorado School of Public Health as a Health Promotion Facilitator. This position is a key member of the school's Rocky Mountain Prevention Research Center (RMPRC) and will facilitate and implement for their School and Community Wellness Programs (SCWP), working with preschoolers, elementary students, parents, and school staff in low-income preschools/elementary schools to focus on the promotion of nutrition education, physical activity, and overall health and wellness.

The individual in this position will work under the supervision of a Program Manager and the guidance of the program staff to ensure the program is following policies and procedures as required by the University.

Key Responsibilities:

Recruit directors, teachers, and parents/caregivers to participate in health promotion committees, wellness activities, and parent wellness workshops.
Assist with trainings for preschool/elementary staff to increase capacity and ensure fidelity to the RMPRC-SCWP program philosophy and goals.
Identify, recruit, and train school staff and parents to become Wellness Champions to help identify opportunities for nutrition and physical activity in the school community.
Disseminate written material and model activities with children, parents, and teachers to increase moderate to vigorous physical activity and increase consumption of fruits and vegetables.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with classroom staff (e.g. communicate and follow up with classroom staff via email, phone, and in-person/on-site).
Facilitate one-time parent workshops and multi-week workshop series.
Organize and prepare program materials, including grocery shopping and delivering materials to schools and community settings.
Administrative duties, including data input, receipt and mileage processes, business credit card responsibilities, etc.

This is a full-time position and reports to the School Wellness Program Manager.

Work Location:

Why Join Us:

Onsite - This position is based out of the CU Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, CO. This role is expected to work throughout the Denver metro area and will require a flexible working schedule, including occasional weekends, evenings, and early mornings.

The Colorado School of Public Health (ColoradoSPH) is a unique and collaborative graduate school that combines the collective expertise of three Colorado universities: the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus (CU Anschutz) in Aurora, Colorado State University (CSU) in Fort Collins, and the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) in Greeley, Colorado. The Colorado School of Public Health is the only accredited school of public health in the Rocky Mountain Region, attracting top tier faculty and students from across the country, and providing a vital contribution towards ensuring our region's health and wellbeing. The school's faculty, staff, and students work together to reach underserved populations, share knowledge, and conduct innovative research and community service to actively address public health issues including chronic disease, access to healthcare, environmental threats, emerging infectious diseases, costly injuries, and more. To learn more about the School, please visit: https://coloradosph.cuanschutz.edu/.

The overall mission of the Rocky Mountain Prevention Research Center (RMPRC) is to shorten the time it takes to implement evidence-based practices in school settings so that students, school staff and parents can enjoy healthier, happier lives. Within RMPRC, there is the School and Community Wellness Programs (SCWP), and their responsibilities include working with preschoolers, elementary students, parents, and school staff in low-income preschools/elementary schools focusing on promoting nutrition education, physical activity and overall health and wellness and are located in one of the following geographic areas: Denver metro area, El Paso, Pueblo, San Luis Valley, Southeast, or Weld counties in Colorado.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

Medical: Multiple plan options
Dental: Multiple plan options
Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
Holiday Days: 10/year
Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Diversity and Equity:

As the School of Public Health located within the University of Colorado on the Anschutz Medical Campus, we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence in education and employment, by recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and administrative staff. We strive to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication, and understanding and encourage applications from all racial and ethnic groups, persons with disabilities, and veterans, ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors.

The ColoradoSPH aims to build a diverse and representative academic community that recognizes the importance of social, economic, health, and environmental justice. We strive to promote equity, diversity, and to be a model of inclusive excellence. As a tri-campus partnership, ColoradoSPH stands with academic, practice, and community partners nationwide to condemn racism, injustice, and inequity.

Please click here to learn more about our equity, diversity, and inclusion commitment statement and plan to dismantle structural racism.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnically minoritized individuals, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements

A bachelor's degree in education, nutrition, public health, health and wellness, psychology, sociology or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
- Substitution: A combination of experience working in education or a school setting, non-profit or community organization, health, and nutrition promotion field, and/or a related field may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.
One (1) year of professional level experience.

A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual in English and Spanish (oral and/or written).
Experience with health promotion and working in a school setting.
At least 2 years of experience in an education setting (e.g. public schools, preschools, etc.).
Public speaking and group facilitation experience.

Conditions of Employment

Must possess and maintain current valid driver's license, reliable transportation, satisfactory driving record, and personal automobile liability insurance.
Must be willing and able to drive own vehicle for work (state mileage reimbursement available.)
Must be able to have a flexible schedule including occasional weekends, evenings, before school starts and after school ends.
Must have and use a personal data phone for minimal daily use.
Must be able to comfortably lift 25 pounds and perform physical demands (loading and unloading items out of your personal vehicle).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
Outstanding customer service skills.
Ability to foster relationships and create a learning environment.
Excellent communication, organizational and time management skills.
Demonstrated commitment and ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
Ability to interact with diverse populations and economically disadvantaged communities.
Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office programs; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

A bachelor's degree in education, nutrition, public health, health and wellness, psychology, sociology or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
- Substitution: A combination of experience working in education or a school setting, non-profit or community organization, health, and nutrition promotion field, and/or a related field may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.
One (1) year of professional level experience.

Bilingual in English and Spanish (oral and/or written).
Experience with health promotion and working in a school setting.
At least 2 years of experience in an education setting (e.g. public schools, preschools, etc.).
Public speaking and group facilitation experience.

Conditions of Employment

Must possess and maintain current valid driver's license, reliable transportation, satisfactory driving record, and personal automobile liability insurance.
Must be willing and able to drive own vehicle for work (state mileage reimbursement available.)
Must be able to have a flexible schedule including occasional weekends, evenings, before school starts and after school ends.
Must have and use a personal data phone for minimal daily use.
Must be able to comfortably lift 25 pounds and perform physical demands (loading and unloading items out of your personal vehicle).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
Outstanding customer service skills.
Ability to foster relationships and create a learning environment.
Excellent communication, organizational and time management skills.
Demonstrated commitment and ability to advance diversity and inclusion.
Ability to interact with diverse populations and economically disadvantaged communities.
Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office programs; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

How to Apply:

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click "apply" for that reason, we encourage you to go for it!

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum Vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Tara Abram, Tara.Abram@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screenings begin immediately and continue until November 20, 2024.

Anticipated Salary Range:

The starting target salary for this position has been established as $50,000 - $61,000.

The above salary represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References Job Category
: Academic Services Primary Location
: Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 21548 - CSPH-Rocky Mtn Prevention RC Schedule
: Full-time Posting Date
: Nov 6, 2024 Unposting Date
: Nov 21, 2024, 6:59:00 AM Posting Contact Name: Tara Abram Posting Contact Email: Tara.Abram@cuanschutz.edu Position Number: 00796004

To apply, please visit: https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=35394&lang=en