About Pinnacle Prevention
Founded in 2014, Pinnacle Prevention is an Arizona-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to growing healthy families and communities. Our mission is to inspire and advance a healthy food system and opportunities for active living. Our team believes all families should have access to healthy food and opportunities to develop healthy relationships with foods. We think all individuals should have access to healthy and safe communities to enjoy physical activity. We work to make these visions a reality across Arizona by offering training, consultation, technical assistance, research and evaluation, advocacy and policy support, community engagement, and community-based programs. You will see us working in neighborhoods, schools, farms, farmers markets, stores, health care settings, with city council, or at the state legislature for a comprehensive approach to addressing community needs. Healthy Communities Programs Manager Pinnacle Prevention is seeking a full-time Healthy Communities Programs Manager who will manage all aspects of our healthy community design and built environment initiatives for Pinnacle Prevention. We offer a flexible work environment emphasizing a balance of time working in the office, home, and out in the community. Our office environment is pet and family-friendly meaning it is not uncommon to find a little one, whether on four legs or two, playing at our feet during meetings – a nontraditional approach that the ideal candidate will feel comfortable with. The Pinnacle Prevention office is located in the heart of downtown Chandler, Arizona in a bike/pedestrian friendly environment. This is an exempt full-time position with an annual salary of $54,000 commensurate with experience. Pinnacle Prevention is pleased to offer a competitive benefits package for our team members including a 401K retirement savings plan with employer match; medical, dental, and vision with Pinnacle Prevention covering 100% of the insurance package costs; and, we offer generous flexibility for time off and leave. Responsibilities: The Healthy Communities Programs Manager is primarily responsible for the daily administration of our built environment and healthy community design initiatives with a focus on implementing policies and practices that ensure equitable opportunities for walking, biking, public transit, land use, and parks and trails in rural and under served communities. Responsibilities include: • Convening and building the capacity of partners to understand and navigate ways to shift investments to people-focused roads, trails, and recreation spaces • Building upon and mobilizing a statewide network of active living and built environment partners through a community of practice model • Nurturing ongoing relationships with a cross-sector collaboration of local and state governments and planning partners to streamline and advance active living opportunities • Analyze and present built environment policy and funding opportunities to help increase awareness in rural communities and utilization of available funding streams. • Facilitating workshops and technical assistance to advance built environment efforts • Working with rural and tribal communities to pilot quick actionable wins at the community level • Engaging and mobilizing grassroots community members to increase connections and opportunities to influence transportation and land use planning and decision making • Facilitating listening sessions to inform and activate advocacy and policy efforts • Meeting with public officials and decision-makers to advocate for healthy community policy changes • Collecting, analyzing, and disseminating data and outcomes to inform scale and replication • Participating in state and national coalitions • Collaborating with the Pinnacle Prevention team in strategic planning and decision-making • Engaging in professional development • Participating in meetings, community events, and otherwise contribute to the mission and strengthening the impact of the overall work of Pinnacle Prevention Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree, or related work experience in health, policy, planning, or a related field • Familiarity with active design and built environment principles, regional planning and land use, environmental quality, economic development, and legislative and advocacy processes • Ability to translate scientific research into practical solutions to improve health equity and wellbeing • Flexibility and adaptability • Strong analytical and observational skills • Skilled in grant management and project planning • Experience and comfort for providing in-person and online trainings and workshops tailored for adult learners and audiences • Experience and passion for the nonprofit sector and social causes • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Strong skills in tailoring messaging unique to literacy levels and varied cultural backgrounds with an understanding of inequities impacting the communities we serve • Ability to work remotely and in office • Ability to work some evenings and weekends • Must be able to drive a vehicle and maintain a valid license • Must be willing to travel both in-state and out-of-state and to rural and remote communities • Commitment to the Pinnacle Prevention mission Values and Attributes Important to Us • A great sense of humor • Kindness • Humbleness • A desire to push boundaries • A natural curiosity Preferred skills: • Spanish-speaking • Planning background We encourage interested candidates to submit a resume and cover letter by email only to adrienneudarbe@pinnacleprevention.org by Friday, May 1st. In your cover letter, please tell us why you are interested in this job, what you like about Pinnacle Prevention, and share examples of experiences that make you a strong candidate. The anticipated start date for this position is Monday, June 1st. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Pinnacle Prevention will not respond to any phone call inquiries regarding this position. Pinnacle Prevention is an equal opportunity employer.
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Updated March 17, 2020
The breakout of COVID-19 has put the importance and impact of public health front and center in our lives. We stand with partners, families, workers, teachers, and officials as we work together to mitigate the spread, protect the vulnerable, and decrease strain on healthcare infrastructure. Governor Ducey has announced a state-wide closure of public schools until March 27th, and other organizations are rapidly following suit. The suspension of daily operations of schools, events, and other social gatherings can mean additional strain in already challenging situations. Many kids rely on school breakfast and lunch, and schools are committed to ensuring students have access to food during this time. So what can you do if you find yourself impacted by these closures and in need of food? 1. Check with your local school district Most districts are in the process of putting plans together for grab and go meal options or other methods of meal service, so keep an eye out for communication from your school. You can also check your school district’s website or Facebook page for updated information and options. The Arizona Food Network is also maintaining a list of available options by district. Check back frequently for updates. 2. Contact your local food bank The Arizona Food Bank Network is currently working with state agencies and other partners to figure out how to distribute food during the COVID-19 pandemic. As of now, food banks are continuing operations and services. Emergency food is available for families to help address needs during closures. To speak to someone about services and other options available to you, call the hotline at: 602-528-3434 or 1-800-445-1914 More information is available on their website at: http://www.azfoodbanks.org/index.php/covid-19 To speak to someone about services and other options available to you, call the National Hunger Hotline National Hunger Hotline at 1-866-3-Hungry (1-866-348-6479) or 1-877-8-Hambre (1-877-842-6273). Some have asked how else they can help in this time of need. Now is a time we can band together as communities and neighbors to help take care of one another. There are ways you can assist in helping ensure food is available to those most in need. 1. Consider volunteering at your local food bank or panty Food banks rely on the work of volunteers to distribute food. Considering operational changes needed during the COVID-19 response, volunteers are even more critical. Traditionally, seniors make up a large percentage of their volunteer work force. Because seniors are particularly vulnerable to COVID-19, healthy, young volunteers are needed to pack and distribute boxes. You can find a food bank near you at: http://www.azfoodbanks.org/index.php/foodbank/ 2. Shop at your local farmers market Markets across the state are facing uncertainty as the COVID-19 situation in our state rapidly evolves. Please check directly with your local farmers markets and local food distributors via social media and/or email newsletters to stay up to date on openings, closures, and alternative sales channels. You can find your local market using: www.doubleupaz.org/locations (These sites accept SNAP and Double Up Food Bucks) or Good Food Finder, managed by Local First Arizona. www.doubleupaz.org/locations (If you receive SNAP benefits, this website will direct you to farmers markets that participate in the Double Up Food Bucks Arizona program) or https://www.azhealthzone.org/farmersmarkets Until we return to business as usual, we wish you all health, safety, and nourishment. And, this friendly reminder to please wash your hands and maybe consider making a food drop at the door of your neighbor who may be in need! What is being done to support local food? In our recent letter to the Governor’s office and other state agencies, we stated: “Farmers markets are vitally necessary for the livelihood of tens of thousands of farmers and for food access for millions of consumers. Farmers markets provide essential services for food access in the same manner as grocery stores, pharmacies, and other essential public services as decisions are made regarding containment protocols. Pinnacle Prevention and the Arizona Food Systems Network applauds Governor Ducey’s recent actions to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. In addition to these directives, we formally request that the Governor exempt farmers markets from the gathering prohibitions of 50 people or more.” Click here to read the entire letter. "Despite their rebranding and use of words like “wellness” WW, and other weight-loss companies, peddle diets and restriction." By now, you may have seen posts about the WW’s (the new brand of Weight Watchers) new Kurbo app for kids. After years in the field of nutrition, we at Pinnacle Prevention have seen firsthand the devastating impact that dieting and diet culture can have on an individual, a family, a community, and society. Shame, lasting weight-bias, stigma, disordered eating and harmful weight cycling are just a few. To purposefully target children using diet culture is unconscionable. Check out this response from NEDA, the National Eating Disorders Association for more information on some of those negative impacts. Make no mistake, despite their rebranding and use of words like “wellness” WW, and other weight-loss companies peddle diets and restriction. WW defends this practice by claiming the approach is “an evidence-based weight management program based on research.” At Pinnacle Prevention, we value research and national and international best practices; however, not all research translates into sustainable change. Although you may lose weight in the very short term there is a lot that is missing from the “evidence.” Let’s take a closer look:
So, what should practitioners or parents do? What is our role in public health? At Pinnacle Prevention, and as part of our Nourish program we ask that we should first DO NO HARM. That means, rather than assess body weight, we focus on a person’s relationship to food and how policy and environment impact the ability for one to make that relationship a healthy one. To learn more about this stay tuned for more info on Nourish and visit:
For more information on Pinnacle Prevention and our approach to supporting healthy relationships with food visit pinnacleprevention.org. Food nourishes us in ways that go beyond calories and minerals. Often, in the field of nutrition and public health, we focus on food on the microlevel, and seek to improve intake of various nutrients to improve overall health. No doubt, nutrition plays a major role in our health and well-being, but how we come to eat what we eat is complex. Food is our culture, our community, our personality, joys, celebrations, and memories. Food is survival, it is pleasure, it is life.
Earth Day is right around the corner, and we’re taking this opportunity to highlight some of the incredible work happening in Arizona to make our state — and our planet — a healthier and more sustainable place to call home. So many leaders and community members across Arizona work every day to promote sustainability, equity, and environmentally-friendly efforts. Here are just a few examples of the inspiring work being done in communities around the state: Getting your kids involved in the kitchen can help them learn, explore, develop healthy relationships with food, and inspire habits and memories that last a lifetime. Starting at an early age, encouraging your children to help with meals can shape the way they see food and also how they prepare it for themselves later on. Here are some tips and tricks for various age groups that are sure to have everyone in the family cooking in no time!
Are you a caregiver, advocate, or professional working with youth in Arizona? Join Pinnacle Prevention for our Nourish training series, which aids individuals and families working with adolescents in supporting and developing healthy food dynamics.
Women’s History Month is coming to an end, and we’re wrapping up the celebration with two incredible sisters who are making a difference in their Arizona communities. Kathleen and Emily Yetman work every day to improve food systems, active transportation, and community design to build a healthier, thriving future for Arizonans. Kathleen is the Executive Director of the Prescott Farmers Market, and Emily is the Executive Director of Living Streets Alliance in Tucson. Learn more about this dynamic duo, the work they do, and their vision for Arizona communities:
March is Women’s History Month, and March 8th was International Women’s Day, so this is a perfect time to show women everywhere that they are valued at work as well as at home. We all know women are typically the glue that binds family ties on the home front, but they also play a vital role in today’s workforce. Are they being shown their true value? If your company celebrates Women’s History Month… GREAT! However, if it doesn’t, here are some ways you can suggest to get your company on board. Though the end of March is approaching, there is still time to celebrate the women at your workplace this month, and all year round. In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting women in Arizona who are making a difference in their communities and across the state. This week, we shine the spotlight on Cherilyn Yazzie. Cherilyn runs Coffee Pot Farms, and is a leader when it comes to promoting food sovereignty in her community. Here is her story:
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