Community Educator

Christiana Care Health Services • Wilmington, DE

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About The Position

The Community Educator provides health education and helps community members connect with resources. The role supports outreach and education intended to improve health outcomes, reduce health disparities, and advance preventive health initiatives in ChristianaCare communities. It supports the Home Visiting Community Health Worker team, which serves pregnant people and young families with children under age four.

The Community Educator works across ChristianaCare locations, community settings, and patient homes. Under supervision, the educator often engages independently with community members and partners, supporting population health management and care coordination by addressing patients’ social needs. The position advances health equity, increases awareness of health resources, and strengthens community partnerships. Two grant-funded positions are available, one based in Kent County and one in Sussex County.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least one year of experience in community outreach, healthcare support, social services, or a related field required.
• Access to a personal vehicle.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some nights and weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Work, Health Education, or a related field.
• More than one year of relevant experience.
• Public speaking, group facilitation, and strong writing skills.
• Experience working with underserved or diverse populations.
• Bilingual ability in Spanish or Haitian Creole.

Responsibilities

• Provide health education and outreach in individual and group settings.
• Partner with community organizations to deliver community-based group education aligned with health education topics, curriculums, and outreach goals.
• Use culturally appropriate health education curriculums for assigned educational modules.
• Conduct community outreach to promote access to and engagement with health care.
• Connect individuals and families with community, social service, and healthcare resources.
• Conduct outreach and engagement in community settings, patients’ homes, healthcare facilities, or other appropriate locations.
• Document education and outreach activities in designated data systems in accordance with program standards.
• Build positive working relationships with people from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Establish and maintain professional, collaborative relationships with community-based organizations, community leaders, and service providers.
• Participate in population health, quality improvement, and community health initiatives aimed at improving health outcomes and reducing disparities.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with organizational policies, privacy regulations, and professional standards.
• Participate in required training, supervision, coaching, and professional development.
• Perform assigned work safely, follow departmental safety rules, and promptly report unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations to a supervisor.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, vision, and other insurance benefits.
• 403(b) with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Diverse and inclusive culture.
• Generous paid time off with annual rollover and opportunities to cash out.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Employee assistance program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED