Lead, Medical Marijuana Specialist at Southeastern Michigan Health Association

Wayne, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Mar, 26

Salary

38.12

Posted On

17 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Community Outreach, Health Education, Interpersonal Skills, Clerical Tasks, Documentation, Inventory Management, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Organizational Skills, Team Leadership, Advocacy, Public Policy, Human Services

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description LOCATION: Wayne County Health Department - Wayne, MI 48184 POSITION SUMMARY: This employee will provide leadership to a team of Medical Marijuana Specialists as well as conducting Specialist duties. This includes providing health education materials to medical marijuana dispensaries and advocacy groups, as well as other outreach functions. Employees will also focus on strategically connecting with Wayne County communities throughout the respective calendar year, potentially through focus groups, health education sessions, distribution of education materials, regular communication with medical marijuana advocacy groups, partnerships with Maternal Child Health programs, and other outreach efforts. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provide health education materials to medical marijuana dispensaries and advocacy groups, as well as other outreach functions Manage and maintain program information Perform clerical tasks, including processing mail, photocopying, faxing and scanning documents. Provide timely documentation of services/information using an electronic system. Gather information and run reports in a timely manner as requested. Assists with program inventory and maintain supplies as needed. Assists with the implementation of organizational goals, initiatives and plans. Perform other duties as assigned. JOB QUALIFICATIONS: (Items needed to start and/or keep position) Experience in community outreach Ability to appropriately use computer software programs and telephone. Excellent interpersonal skills. Excellent knowledge of resources. Maintain productivity standards. Participate in staff meeting, in-service trainings, education, case conferences, emergency preparedness training/responses and professional meetings which are job related. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: An associate degree in the field of healthcare, public policy, or Human Services A bachelor's or master’s Degree in the Health and Human Service field is preferred. Experience in performing Community Outreach JOB PREREQUISITES: Strong verbal and written communication skills Knowledge of the internet and the use of Web forms Skills in use of computers and software programs including Microsoft Word, ACCESS, Excel and PowerPoint Ability to follow oral and written instructions Possess a valid Michigan Driver License and reliable transportation (required) Salary: $38.12 hourly Employment Type: Full-Time Project Duration: 33 Weeks Classification: Non-Exempt Benefits: Health insurance, Dental insurance, and Vision insurance Paid time off (Holidays, Vacation, Personal, & Sick time) 401a & 403b (Retirement plans) Long Term Disability Employee assistance program Group Life Insurance Various Voluntary Benefit Option Application Deadline: December 21, 2025. Please contact SEMHA HR Department @ (313) 873-6500 if you need assistance to upload resume, cover letter, and/or make application online. ** Applicants must be presently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. E.O.E.** ** SEMHA is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the SEMHA Human Resources Department. ** ** SEMHA positions are grant funded and are contingent upon the continued support of the funding throughout the duration of the assignment. **

Responsibilities

The Lead Medical Marijuana Specialist will provide leadership to a team and conduct specialist duties, including health education outreach to dispensaries and advocacy groups. They will also connect with Wayne County communities through various outreach efforts.