Healthy Futures Youth Coalition Youth Advisor

Description

• This is a position for youth ages 15-20.*
  
  

Boulder County Public Health Department is seeking to hire a Healthy Futures Youth Coalition Youth Advisor. The Healthy Futures Youth Coalition (HFYC) Youth Advisor is part of a team that includes two Youth Advisors, the Healthy Futures Coalition (HFC) Program Specialist, and AmeriCorps VISTA members. HFYC Youth Advisors’ main role is to help plan and lead HFYC meetings (youth-only). HFYC Youth Advisors will use learning guides to help lead activities and support group discussions. They also serve on the Healthy Futures Coalition Steering Committee which is a small group of youth and adults who help guide the coalition, give feedback, plan HFC (youth and adult) meetings, and keep things on track. HFYC meetings take place twice a month and focus on building advocacy and community leadership skills to address youth substance use and mental health in the community. Healthy Futures Coalition meetings happen four times a year and bring youth and adults together to share ideas, learn from each other, and plan prevention strategies.

HFYC Youth Advisors also help manage the Boulder County Youth Calendar, which highlights free, substance-free activities for young people. They also help plan and create posts for the HFYC Instagram account. A key part of the HFYC Youth Advisor role is reducing stigma around substance use; HFYC Youth Advisors learn and share ways to talk about substance use in a supportive, non-judgmental way. They may work on projects focused on youth wellness and substance use prevention and provide feedback on policies and practices that affect young people. HFYC Youth Advisors collaborate with Youth Advisors from other Boulder County Public Health programs, attend community events, and participate in statewide conferences. These opportunities help youth advisors build leadership skills, learn new prevention strategies, and connect with other youth leaders.

This is a year-round position which will start promptly.

Youth Advisors will work in a hybrid format (both virtually and in-person). In-person meetings may take place at three County building locations:

• Sundquist Building located at 3482 Broadway in Boulder, CO
• St. Vrain Community Hub located at 515 Coffman St. in Longmont, CO
• Southeast Community Hub located at 1755 S. Public Rd. in Lafayette, CO
  
  

This is an hourly, non-benefited position that will work 3-8 hours per week, usually Monday through Friday in the afternoon or evenings. On average, the role requires about 3–5 hours per week, and weeks with more than 6 hours of work are uncommon. The position requires availability during the summer, after school, in the evenings, and occasionally on weekends. Current required availability includes Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:00–8:30 p.m. and one Thursday per month from 4:00–5:00 p.m. (these times may change based on team needs and scheduling). Under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) guidelines, this position is non-exempt (eligible for overtime).

Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.

Hiring Salary Range: $25.00 Hourly

Tentative Hiring Timeline

• Phone Screening: April 29th
• First Round Interviews: May 4th
• Reference Check: May 4th
  
  

Boulder County employees may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Visit studentaid.gov for more information.

Examples of Duties

• Plan and lead Healthy Futures Youth Coalition meetings with the HFC Program Specialist and AmeriCorps VISTAs
• Create promotional flyers, presentation slides, and facilitator guides for HFYC meetings using applications such as Canva, Google Suite, and Microsoft Office
• Participate in all required training and conferences
• Support the recruitment of new HFYC members
• Help manage the Boulder County Youth Calendar
• Plan and design content for the HFYC Instagram account
• Represent HFYC at meetings, community events, schools, youth serving organizations, and with community partners as needed
• Attend weekly HFYC Team meetings
• Participate on the HFC Steering Committee
• Advocate for youth substance use prevention, harm reduction, and mental health promotion within Boulder County Public Health and the community
• Help develop resources and participate in outreach and education efforts that support youth substance use prevention, reduce stigma, and promote youth mental health and wellbeing
• Collaborate with other Boulder County Youth Advisors, youth leadership groups, and adult partners
• Performs related work, as required
• May be reassigned during emergency situations
  
  

Required Qualifications

PLEASE NOTE: When completing your application describe all relevant education and experience, as applications are assessed based on the required qualifications listed. Resumes and other attachments are not accepted in lieu of completed applications and will not be reviewed in the initial screening process. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your attachments will then be shared with the hiring team.

Education & Experience

Boulder County is looking for well qualified candidates to fill our positions. Any combination of relevant education and experience is encouraged. In this position, we are looking for a minimum of:

• Current enrollment in high school or a GED program, or a recent high school/GED graduation
  
  

Background Check & Fingerprinting

• For applicants age 18 or older, a job offer is contingent upon passing a background check with fingerprinting. A criminal background does not automatically disqualify applicants unless the charge is related to child safety or welfare.
  
  

Special Requirements

• Applicants must be between the ages of 15-20 at the time of hire
• Youth Advisors are responsible for getting to work and attending in-person meetings or events using their own transportation or public transit - an EcoPass is provided
• Must be available for all HFC and HFYC meetings (typically two to three Wednesday evenings per month from 5:30–8:30 p.m., subject to change), except in cases of illness or emergency
  
  

Supplemental Information

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to work remotely, come into the office, and attend in-person community events - a laptop can be provided if needed
• Interest in learning meeting planning, presenting, group facilitation, and public speaking
• Interest in creating social media content
• Excitement about holding a leadership role and developing leadership skills
• Time management and communication skills, with willingness to continue building these skills
• Willingness to learn how to use applications such as Canva, Google Suite, and Microsoft Office
• Reliability in meeting deadlines and responding to communication
• Enthusiasm for building relationships and collaborating with youth and adults
• Openness to learning about substance use prevention and harm reduction in a real, honest, and non-judgmental way
• Commitment to health equity - ensuring everyone has a fair and just opportunity to live a healthy life
• Ability to work in a culturally responsive, inclusive, and respectful way with people of diverse identities, experiences, and backgrounds
  
  

Boulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Along with offering competitive pay and a caring work environment, Boulder County offers hourly employees the following benefits:

• peace of mind for the future with PERA pension, PERA 401k, and Social Security retirement plans;
• ways to get around town with discounts on the RTD Eco Pass;
• paid medical leave;
• the opportunity to take charge of your well-being through a nationally-recognized wellness program.
  
  

01

Will you be between the ages of 15-20 at the time of hire? (Required)

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Are you currently enrolled in high school or a GED program, or are you a recent high school/GED graduate (required)?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

Please share the school you attend and what grade you will be in during the 2026–2027 school year. If you will not be in school, please write: “I will not be in school.”

04

Do you have bilingual language skills (for example, English/Spanish)? This is not required, but it is preferred.

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

Do you have any concerns about meeting the required availability for this position?

• Yes
• No
  
  

06

Please share your schedule and availability for the 2026–2027 school year, including any activities, sports, clubs, jobs, or other commitments. If you aren’t sure about your schedule yet, your best guess is okay! If you have activities that happen only in certain seasons (like fall musical or spring sports), please note the season. You may also write “unavailable” if you would prefer not to share specific activities. An example schedule might look like: Monday - School 7:00-3:00, Spring soccer practice 3:00-5:00 - available 5:00-8:00 Tuesday - School 7:00-3:00, unavailable 3:00-4:00 - available 4:00-8:00 Wednesday - School 9:00-3:00, Spring soccer practice 3:00-5:00 - available 8:00-9:00am and 5:00-8:30 Thursday - School 7:00-3:00 - available 3:00-8:00 Friday - School 7:00-3:00, Spring soccer practice 3:00-5:00 - available 5:00-8:00 Saturday - Work 12:00-5:00 - available 9:00-noon Sunday - Available 9:00-5:00pm

07

Cultural Responsiveness is an important practice in our work. We define it as: “being able to work with and respect people of diverse identities, abilities, cultures, experiences, and backgrounds in an inclusive and nonjudgmental way.” How would you apply Cultural Responsiveness in your work as a Youth Advisor? Please do not use AI to respond to this question. We want to hear your own thoughts!

08

Reducing stigma around substance use and mental health is also an important part of this role. We define stigma as: “when people judge, label, or treat someone unfairly because of an identity or something they have experienced. Stigma can make people feel ashamed or afraid to ask for help.” What would you do to help reduce stigma when discussing substance use with other young people? Please do not use AI to respond to this question. We want to hear your own thoughts!

• Required Question