Community Health Education Intern

Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio•Akron, OH

7d•$15 - $18•Remote

About The Position

Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio is seeking a mission-minded Temporary Community Health Education Intern. Ideal Applicant will reside in the Toledo area, and will offer education services to agencies within the assigned region. Position Summary This is a short-term, paid internship within the Ohio Center for Sex Education (OCSE) designed to provide hands-on experience in community health education and outreach at PPGOH. The intern will support education initiatives, community engagement, and program activities while gaining practical experience in public health and sexual health education. The OCSE Intern assists in the planning, marketing, implementing, and evaluating community education and outreach programs in classroom and community settings on topics related to reproductive health. This is a temporary, part-time, non-exempt hourly position working 10–15 hours per week with no benefits eligibility. Cultural Awareness Associates are expected to demonstrate ethical and cultural awareness aligned with PPGOH’s In This Together ethos by: Treating all individuals with respect, empathy, and dignity Protecting confidentiality and sensitive information Valuing diverse cultures, identities, and lived experiences Seeking to understand the communities we serve and delivering inclusive, culturally responsive services Supporting equitable access to the highest attainable standard of health for all, regardless of background or identity

Requirements

Presentation and training skills
Self-motivation, self-direction, teamwork, and organizational skills
Strong commitment to quality healthcare and excellence in customer service
Demonstrated ability to establish networking relationships in the community
Currently a student at a high school, college, or university and must be enrolled in classes at the time the internship begins.
Students in public health education preferred; medical students accepted.
Presentation and training skills are required.
Self-motivation, self-direction, teamwork, and organizational skills are required.
The ability to travel within the service area is required.
Regular and timely attendance at in-person and/or virtual meetings, trainings, and events is required.
The role requires prolonged periods of standing, walking, and computer use and may involve frequent interruptions and time-sensitive demands.
Work involves exposure to confidential or sensitive information.
This role requires adaptability, the ability to transition between locations and teams efficiently, and consistent attention to confidentiality and professionalism.

Nice To Haves

Experience or training in reproductive health, human sexuality, adolescent development, and learning theory
Background in trauma-informed and culturally responsive approaches
Experience or training in the area of reproductive health, human sexuality, adolescent development, and learning theory preferred.

Responsibilities

Community Outreach & Engagement Visit outreach sites including businesses, schools, faith-based organizations, and community service agencies to establish referral relationships, partnerships, and outreach opportunities
Promote PPGOH services and recruit patients/participants within designated grant-funded counties through health fairs, community events, and engagement with community resources
Support education and outreach initiatives that reflect the cultural and linguistic needs of individuals living within the PPGOH service area
Health Education Develop and deliver educational information on family planning, STD/STI prevention and treatment, and sexual health for adolescents and adults in school and community settings
Provide client-centered reinforcement for health information using trauma-informed and culturally responsive approaches
Maintain awareness of demographic, cultural, and epidemiological trends affecting communities served
Program Support Assist in planning, marketing, implementing, and evaluating community health education and outreach activities
Maintain accurate and timely records of education and outreach activities
Collect and document participant feedback to support program evaluation and continuous improvement
Assist with data entry and administrative support related to education programs and outreach activities
Attend regular departmental meetings and assist with department projects
Other duties as assigned.