Youth Health Educator

Job Description: ABOUT YOU You are a Marin resident between the ages of 15 and 22, interested in or passionate about public health and are eager to help address nicotine addiction, advocate for policy change, and reduce health disparities. You are a proactive self-starter who works well both independently and as part of a team. INTERN RESPONSIBILITIES Assist with youth engagement activities, such as recruiting other young people for a speakers bureau or peer education. Co-present at local conferences, meetings, and workshops. Assist in promoting quit services to schools, healthcare providers, and community members. Participate in community events to promote quit resources and educational materials. Talk to local policy makers and community-based organizations (CBOs) to provide education on nicotine-related policies. Support the development of youth-focused, tobacco prevention materials. Oversee monthly newsletter design and content. Attend Smoke-Free Marin Coalition meetings. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS ● Current resident of Marin County between the ages of 15-22 (required). ● Strong interest in public health or health equity issues. ● Knowledge of Marin County. ● Strong written and oral communication skills. ● Confidence in public speaking. ● Knowledge of Spanish or other languages spoken in the Marin community is a plus! COMPENSATION & HOURS This is a part-time position (6-8 hours per week, for one year from start date). Compensation is $24/hour. JOIN OUR TEAM! To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to Raven Twilling, rtwilling@bacr.org, with the subject line “Tobacco Prevention Intern” Anticipated start date December 1st, 2025 About Us: Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) promotes the healthy development of individuals, families and communities through direct services, volunteerism, and partnerships in the San Francisco Bay Area. We have deep respect for the communities we serve throughout the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, the dedicated staff who show up for those in need, and the opportunity we have been given through this work to promote resilience in tens of thousands of individuals every year. BACR is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment w/o regard to perceived age, marital or familial status, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, physical or mental disability including AIDS or AIDS-Related Complex or military status. Visit our website at www.bacr.org. Above is the pay range for this position that we reasonably expect to pay. Individual compensation is based on various factors including experience/education, skillset, and geographic location. ARE YOU EXTRAORDINARY? We put people at the center of everything we do. With a diversity of backgrounds, ideas, opinions, and life experiences we hire individuals within the community who are passionate about making a difference. When you join BACR, you join a team with leaders, doers, and big thinkers, who are committed to giving back to their community. Our culture is one that encourages, supports, and celebrates our diversity and looks to expand and build it constantly. We are committed to creating a culture of inclusivity, where there are opportunities for all, everyone feels like they belong, and different perspectives are valued. No matter what your experience is - you CAN make a difference! Thank you for your interest in a career at BACR! BACR’s mission is to promote the healthy development of individuals and families, encourage service and volunteerism, and help build community. We carry out our mission by (1) providing direct school- and community-based services, (2) connecting volunteers with opportunities to best serve their communities, and (3) building and strengthening all of the communities we serve so that community members and institutions can effect change. BACR and our staff are guided by a set of core values and beliefs that informs our approach to services, personnel recruitment, and professional development. Our annual program evaluations have consistently shown positive impacts, including improved youth development skills, school performance, and family functioning. We have deep respect for the communities we serve throughout the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, the dedicated staff who show up for those in need, and the opportunity we have been given through this work to promote resilience in tens of thousands of individuals every year.

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