Wellness and Prevention Specialist

Position Overview

KANA is seeking a compassionate engaging and community-focused Wellness & Prevention Specialist to develop and deliver wellness education prevention programming and community outreach throughout the Kodiak region.

This position works directly with youth adults families schools villages and community partners to promote wellness and prevention through education events trainings and culturally responsive programming. The ideal candidate is comfortable speaking to groups building relationships organizing events and adapting programs to meet the needs of diverse communities.

Why Join KANA

Kodiak Area Native Association (KANA) is a Tribal health organization committed to elevating the lives of the people we serve. At KANA employees are more than staff members; they are part of a mission driven team committed to meaningful work community impact and long-term growth.

Benefits & Perks

• 401(k) retirement plan with a 7% employer contribution beginning in year two paid regardless of employee contribution
• Paid Parental Leave80% employer-paid medical dental and vision coverage
• Access to 20 medical plan options through federal OPM benefits
• Employer-paid life insurance at 2.5x annual salary
• AD&D short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Generous paid time off and 13 paid holidays
• Free gym membership to the KANA Wellness Center
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition assistance and reimbursement programs
• Leadership development and internal advancement opportunities
• Eligibility for IHS and NHSC loan repayment programs (role dependent)
• Potential temporary housing assistance for relocating employees based on availability

What Youll Do

Wellness & Prevention Programming

• Plan organize promote and host wellness and prevention education events throughout KANAs service region
• Facilitate community-based prevention groups discussions trainings and educational activities
• Develop programming focused on health and wellness topics affecting youth adults and special populations
• Provide education related to substance use suicide prevention mental health resiliency protective factors and other relevant health topics
• Stay current on emerging health and prevention information to support effective community education
• Incorporate culturally appropriate approaches into wellness and prevention activities

Community Outreach

• Provide services in villages schools homes and other community settings
• Participate in KANAs village health fair schedule
• Develop relationships with village community members and community partners
• Provide information and resources about KANA Health services
• Support special population initiatives and community-specific wellness activities
• Travel to villages following adverse events to provide community support educational presentations discussions and individual contacts when requested

What Were Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of experience in public speaking education/training facilitation event planning community outreach or a related area
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills
• Ability to facilitate groups and communicate health information effectively
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with community members and partners
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing circumstances
• Intermediate computer skills including email internet word processing and spreadsheets

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree
• Experience with program management
• Grant writing experience
• Clerical or administrative experience
• Experience working with youth
• Experience with social media website content event applications or online media creation and publishing tools

Our Values

Everything we do at KANA is guided by:

Courtesy Caring Respect Sharing Pride

As an Ambulatory Float RN youll bring these values to every patient interaction clinical decision and team collaboration. KANAs care model emphasizes serving the whole person and providing compassionate patient-centered healthcare.

Life in Kodiak

Build your nursing career in one of Alaskas most unique communities. Kodiak offers breathtaking scenery abundant wildlife outdoor recreation and a close-knit community while providing the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families.