Prevention Programs Coordinator
Job Description
Center for Human Development, Inc. is seeking a full-time Public Health Prevention Programs Coordinator.
CHD Prevention programs coordinator encompasses community and state interventions, surveillance and evaluation, communications, screening interventions, and state administration and management to prevent alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use and associated effects, across the lifespan. Job duties for Prevention Programs Coordinator will involve management of programs expenditures within a given budget.
Come work and play in one of the most scenic valleys in the United States. CHD is located at the eastern base of the Blue Mountains, one of Oregon’s largest and oldest mountain ranges. Enjoy unlimited year-round outdoor recreation. Join us and be a part of team that makes a difference in the community we serve. CHD values work-life balance and offers flexible schedules and generous time-off.
Bachelor’s degree in Health Education, Public Health, or related field or has the same knowledge level, can perform the same work as the degreed employees, and has attained advanced knowledge through a combination of work experience and intellectual instruction. Certified Prevention Specialist preferred or willingness to pursue credentialing. Experience in coordination of delivery of health promotion, coordination of implementation of primary prevention projects, and development of community coalitions.
Must possess a valid Oregon Driver’s license and be insurable for client service purposes, travel between business offices, and to attend required meeting and/or trainings.
Must pass all criminal history check requirements as required by ORS 181.536-181.537 and in accordance with OAR 407-007-0200-407-007-0370 and drug screening.
Additional Information
Benefits:
Full-time position with attractive benefit package that includes paid time off, medical plan that includes acupuncture, chiropractic and naturopathic, dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance, long-term disability insurance, excellent retirement benefit with generous contribution to 401k after orientation, Professional Development Plan, one month paid renewal leave every 7 years, annual employee appreciation picnics and dinners, Mental Health Days, gym discounts, and more.
The Area:
Tired of the rat race? La Grande, Oregon is a small town in Eastern Oregon that offers fresh air, a strong community presence, virtually no traffic, and lots of outdoor recreation in the surrounding Blue Mountains. Enjoy hiking, horseback and mountain bike trails, and ATV access at Mt. Emily Recreation Area, bird watching at Ladd Marsh, picnics along the Grande Ronde River, inland links style golf courses and more. Home of Eastern Oregon University.
