SW-Youth Training Coordinator (Personal Services)

Organization Summary

The California Youth Advocacy Network (CYAN) is an independent agency working under the auspices of Heluna Health, a 501(c)3 fiscal sponsor. CYAN currently employs 13 staff. Funding is primarily through competitive grants from sources such as the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). Since 1997, CYAN has received funding from the California Tobacco Prevention Program, a CDPH program, to provide tobacco prevention services in California and throughout the country. What began as a youth advocacy program has grown into a multi-dimensional organization with focused programs in higher education and youth. CYAN currently provides technical assistance, training, campaign support and networking opportunities to local health agencies, community-based organizations, colleges/universities, and individuals working to address youth and young adult tobacco use. In 2024, this work is expanding to address cannabis use in five California jurisdictions with funding from the CDPH Substance and Addiction Prevention Branch.  

Employment is provided by Heluna Health.

This is a full-time benefitted position, which is grant-funded through September 2027.

CYAN 50% 1008 and 50% 1163

The pay range for this position is $28.85 - $31.25 per hour.

Essential Functions: 

The CYAN Youth Training Coordinator is responsible for working closely with other program staff to implement all aspects of the agency workplan that focus on youth advocacy, youth engagement, youth development, material development and research. The Youth Training Coordinator works with youth leaders from throughout California to develop and implement tobacco and cannabis prevention advocacy programs. This is done by providing technical assistance and training to local, regional, and statewide public health organizations to increase authentic youth engagement in policy and systems change campaigns. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Advocacy (30%) 

• Support coordination and implementation of an annual youth information and education event at the State Capitol; 
• Present at local, regional, and/or state youth meetings and conferences on advocacy, policy/system change, and tobacco and cannabis prevention strategies; and 
• Develop tools and resources for youth and adult audiences to increase knowledge of tobacco and cannabis prevention policy initiatives and skills related to advocating for policy, system, and environmental change.

Training and Technical Assistance (60%) 

• Provide training and technical assistance to programs and individuals on youth engagement, advocacy, and various tobacco and cannabis prevention topics; 
• Research, develop, and distribute youth-related educational material and website content;
• Assist with the coordination of a statewide Youth Board of Directors made up of 15-20 high school-age youth, including 2-3 annual Youth Board of Directors retreats, monthly virtual meetings; and
• Assist with the planning and implementation of an annual 3 to 4-day statewide youth advocacy conference for 150 youth and adult partners.

Evaluation and Reporting (5%)

• Assist with evaluation activities as needed such as training evaluation, organizational assessments, and youth listening sessions; and
• Completion of bi-annual progress reports.

Other (5%)

• Support and coordinate with other CYAN programs as necessary; and 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Job Qualifications 

Education/Experience 

• Four-year College Degree (BA or BS) required; 
• A master's degree in a related field (e.g., MPH, MPA, MPP) preferred; 
• Extensive knowledge of youth engagement principles and advocacy strategies; 
• Experience implementing a public health program and/or facilitating community organizing activities; and 
• Basic understanding of public health principles and tobacco control programs in California. 

Certificates/Licenses/Clearances 

• None 

Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities 

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written; 
• Computer qualifications include proficiency in all MS Office applications; 
• Ability to maintain content on a website, and knowledge of social marketing and social networking applications; and 
• Willingness to work collaboratively as part of a small staff in a positive environment. 

 

Physical Demands (please specify using the key below) 

Stand                                                              Frequently 

Walk                                                                Frequently 

Sit                                                                    Frequently 

Handling / Fingering                                   Frequently 

Reach Outward                                            Frequently 

Reach Above Shoulder                               Occasionally 

Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend                         Occasionally 

Lift / Carry                                                     Occasionally – Up to 25 lbs 

Push/Pull                                                       Occasionally – Up to 25 lbs 

See                                                                  Constantly 

Taste/ Smell                                                  Not applicable 

Not Applicable Not required for essential functions 

Occasionally (0 - 2 hrs/day) 

Frequently (2 - 5 hrs/day) 

Constantly (5+ hrs/day) 

Work Environment 

General Office Setting, Indoors Temperature Controlled.  CYAN is currently working remotely; however, this is subject to change at any time. 

Application Procedure 

Position is available immediately. Interested candidates must submit a resume and cover letter for consideration. 

* People with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. 

* CYAN is a smoke/tobacco-free environment. 

Heluna Health is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages minorities, women, veterans, and disabled to apply.

EEOC STATEMENT  

It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, without regard to age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, reproductive health decision making, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer), AIDS or HIV, genetic information or characteristics, veteran status or military service.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

See job description

Salary Minimum: 28.85Salary Maximum: 28.85