Program Associate – Tobacco Treatment & Prevention (HCCA)

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MCD Global Health, in collaboration with Healthy Communities of the Capital Area (HCCA), is seeking a Program Associate – Tobacco Treatment & Prevention to support youth tobacco treatment services and community-level prevention initiatives throughout Kennebec County and across Maine.

Healthy Communities of the Capital Area (HCCA) is a public health nonprofit organization located in Hallowell, Maine. HCCA serves Kennebec County, the Central Public Health District, and other statewide and regional public health initiatives, with a focus on tobacco use prevention and control, substance misuse prevention, and healthy eating and active living.

HCCA partners with MCD Global Health, Inc. (MCD) to provide recruitment and human resources services and to serve as HCCA’s employer of record. This hybrid remote position is based at HCCA’s offices at 105 Second Street, Suite 2B, Hallowell, ME. This position requires working in various locations to meet the needs of the population of focus. Specifically, the Tobacco Treatment & Prevention Program Associate will spend 2–3 days per week working in Kennebec County schools.

The Program Associate will collaborate with schools, community partners, and statewide stakeholders to implement evidence-based tobacco treatment and prevention strategies, facilitate youth support programs, provide training and technical assistance, and contribute to policy, systems, and environmental change efforts that promote tobacco- and vape-free communities.

This position qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

HCCA’s mission is to convene and support people, organizations, and communities to collaborate on quality of life and public health issues.

This position is grant-funded through the Maine CDC Maine Prevention Network 10-year grant program (2023–2032) and offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on youth health and wellness across Maine.

Salary offers may be higher or lower than the anticipated salary listed due to various factors, including the successful candidate's qualifications and experience.