• Position Summary
  • This is a grant-funded position at the MaineHealth Center for Tobacco Independence.
  • The Tobacco Treatment and Prevention Educator will be an integral member of the MaineHealth Center for Tobacco Independence Training and Education team and will support both the treatment grant and the prevention grant to aid CTI’s mission to make our communities the healthiest in America through the reduction of commercial tobacco use through the provision of evidence based treatment, education, policy development and research.
  • This position assists in the development, implementation and delivery of virtual and in person trainings to support the needs of healthcare professionals and prevention partners throughout the state of Maine with the goal of improving access to high quality, best practice tobacco treatment. This position will provide technical assistance and capacity building regarding options for treatment protocols and collaborate and coordinate with partner organizations. The role will contribute to, develop and maintain tobacco related resources and materials to support program growth and development. In addition this position will provide trainings and workshops to community healthcare professionals, employers and schools.
  • This position has a hybrid schedule with ample opportunity for remote work!
• Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in public health, social work, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.

  • License/Certifications: Training in counseling, behavioral health, public health, or tobacco treatment required. Comparable experience outside of tobacco specific knowledge is welcomed. Clinical license preferred. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

  • Experience: Understanding of the following areas: tobacco and other drug treatment; treatment of co-occurring disorders (mental health, substance use, and trauma); strategic planning; policy and systems change

  • Capability to develop and deliver trainings to a wide range of audiences including health professionals, prevention professionals, students and school staff.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products (PowerPoint, Word, Excel) and ability to conduct virtual trainings using Zoom, Microsoft Teams, GoToWebinar and other platforms as needed.

  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage training audiences, and develop relationships with community partners and organizations.

  • Ability to provide support to organizations, including schools, to strengthen the capacity to positively influence social norms regarding tobacco use and exposure.

  • Adaptability, flexibility, and problem solving skills necessary to meet the needs of the organization, training team and community partners.

Additional Information

MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, “Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.” MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. Learn more about our system at mainehealth.org

At MaineHealth, we offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow. Our packages include health and dental insurances, paid parental leave,, retirement program, generous paid time off, and much more! Our comprehensive array of benefits are competitive, affordable, and include choices that meet specific, but ever changing, needs.

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the neighborhoods that surround it. We are deeply invested in the well-being of our communities and care team members. We believe in fostering a work environment of strong commitment, compassionate caring and continuous improvement. Join us, and your abilities will be challenged and enhanced as you take your career to a new level.