Health Educator & Prevention Specialist (Part-time, 0.5 FTE)

Job Summary:

The part-time (0.5 FTE) Health Educator & Prevention Specialist will work with the Adolescent Family Planning Program (BC4U) and Aurora Public Schools, both of which are committed to offering comprehensive sexual health education to all youth throughout the State of Colorado. This is an exciting new role, and the final candidate will have the opportunity to lend an innovative lens to how it operates and works amongst the two organizations/programs. The Health Educator & Prevention Specialist will partner closely with BC4U’s Director of Program Development, Clinic Medical Director, and Program Manager to understand BC4U’s clinical services, outreach models, and in-clinic workflows to inform their work at Aurora Public Schools (APS) with an APS Teacher on Special Assignment focused on health.

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing robust sexual health curriculum presentations for youth in Colorado alongside BC4U and Aurora Public Schools.

• Delivering sexual health education to middle-school and high-school students in Aurora Public Schools and various additional districts.

• Promote BC4U clinic services throughout APS and beyond.

• Partner with BC4U leadership’s Program Manager to ensure health education is embedded into BC4U’s and APS’ strategic plans.

• Develop and maintain BC4U’s Youth Advisory Board.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

BC4U is known both throughout Colorado and nationally for offering comprehensive, free, confidential, and nonjudgmental sexual health care to youth in Colorado under the age of 25. BC4U partners with Aurora Public Schools to offer comprehensive sexual health education to all youth in their district. This partnership is supported by local foundations and has had a great impact on youth in Aurora and beyond. The BC4U program also works closely with the Adolescent Medicine Clinic, TRUE Center for Gender Diversity, the Young Mother’s Clinic, and Children’s Hospital’s HIV Prevention Program for youth and pregnant people.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package, including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options

• Dental: Multiple plan options

• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10%25 of your gross pay

• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

• Holiday Days: 15/year

• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

• ECO Pass: Reduced-rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in public/community health, social work, or a directly related field from an accredited university.

  • Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least one (1) year of experience working with young adults or adolescents.

• At least one (1) year of experience working in prevention or community health.

• Experience teaching sexual education to adolescents or young adults.

• Experience working in a clinical setting.

• Work experience in a middle school and/or high school setting.

• Demonstrated experience in community organizing and/or community engagement.

Conditions of Employment:

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

• Must be willing and able to pass national criminal and sex offender background checks.

• Must successfully pass a 10-panel drug screen through Children’s Hospital Colorado.

• Willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

*For questions regarding Children’s Hospital drug testing requirements, please contact Children’s Human Resources at 720-777-8598. Some positions may require testing if access to Children’s Hospital or its systems is needed at any time during employment with the University. If drug testing is required, it will be listed in the job posting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.

• Outstanding customer service skills.

• Ability to interact in a compassionate and nonjudgmental manner with a diverse client population with a commitment to health equity.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Proficient in computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, internet, and email.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Andrea Loasby; andrea.speer@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until the position is filled. For best consideration, apply by October 1^st, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $30,128.50 to $40,372 (calculated for 0.5 FTE).

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety-sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.