Healthy Communities Action Team (HCAT) Coordinator - Rockbridge Area Community Services

Rockbridge and Bath County and the Cities of Lexington and Buena Vista

ROCKBRIDGE AREA COMMUNITY SERVICES

RACS is currently seeking a motivated, qualified individual to work in our coverage area of Rockbridge and Bath County, and the Cities of Lexington and Buena Vista. RACS will provide training, supervision, and education opportunities specific to the position.

Agency Overview:

Rockbridge Area Community Services strives to impact our local community through innovative behavioral health, substance use, and developmental services. Utilizing exceptionally qualified staff from diverse backgrounds we strive to enhance lives and promote whole health wellness through a vast array of supportive services! We have been providing services throughout Rockbridge and Bath counties and the cities of Lexington and Buena Vista since 1982.

Position Overview:

The HCAT Coordinator is responsible for the implementation of the Healthy Communities Action Team (HCAT) grant from Virginia Foundation for Healthy Youth. Will work with several key Community Action Team partner organizations to carry out obesity prevention events, activities, and other initiatives outlined in the grant action plan. responsible for mobilizing key member groups to carry out initiatives, build capacity of the HCAT, act as liaison between RACS Prevention Services and organizations to implement youth fitness programs, coordinate youth nutrition projects, and work to improve community food access. Will work closely with the Prevention Services Program Manager on strategic planning and sustainability planning for the HCAT. Microsoft Office skills are essential, must have excellent people skills and abundance of energy and enthusiasm for the topic of childhood nutrition and fitness. Professional communication skills are essential. Will remain informed of new and available resources and initiatives relating to improved food access, nutrition and fitness promotion, is accountable to the annual goals and objectives that guide the programs, fulfills obligations to Prevention Services database reporting within RACS, is accurate in securing data needed for program evaluation, and keeps program materials ordered as needed.

In carrying out the duties of this position, this person is required to exercise sound judgment to implement programs; be able to work both independently and as a team member; and maintain confidentiality. The incumbent works under the supervision of the Prevention Services Program Manager.

Qualifications:

Education and experience: Minimum: High School Diploma. Associate or bachelor's degree preferred. Prior experience in group/organization facilitation desired. Some experience with youth and/or the prevention field, preferred.

Fringe Benefits:

We offer a generous benefits package that includes competitive salaries, paid holidays, paid time off, State retirement, health, dental and vision plans, and student loan repayment options + much more!

Background Investigation Requirements:

All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); and other checks based on the position.

Probationary Period:

All persons that are newly hired, rehired, transferred, promoted, or demoted into a Rockbridge Area Community Services position must serve a new 6-month probationary period.

RACS is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities, and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. RACS values our Veterans and encourages all to apply. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.