Community Health Educator

At Advance Community 

We believe in a world where every person is thriving, creating new possibilities, and promising futures. In the communities we serve, that world can feel far away. When children grow up in unsafe environments, when healthcare infrastructure simply doesn’t exist, when education is a luxury good, it’s incredibly hard for families to focus on anything other than survival. 

Advance Community builds optimal social, mental, and physical health in under-resourced communities across the globe, taking care of urgent needs so that people can focus on their families’ futures. 

Our unique approach is rooted in the belief that no matter what, the community comes first. It’s not our place to tell people what they need – our job is to listen. That’s why we provide a wide range of services that respond to the unique needs of any given community. Whether we’re launching a medical intervention, providing essential health education, or serving freshly prepared meals and healthy food boxes, we work collaboratively with the communities we serve, acting in partnership to remove barriers and provide direct service. 

When we are freed of the difficulties of the day, we can plan for the future. Advance Community helps individuals today, so that their communities can thrive tomorrow. 

Position Summary 

Working as a key member of the Health & Wellness Team, the Community Health Educator/Coordinator will be responsible for the coordination and implementation of preventative health and disease management education programs to expectant and parenting women and their children in designated communities within Maricopa County.  

Core Responsibilities  

• Implement preventative health and disease management education (e.g. nutrition, diabetes, chronic disease, oral health and much more) to promote optimal wellness by following best practices and curricula designed for achieving established outcomes.   
• Participate in and/or lead activities in collaboration with organizations and individuals, with an emphasis on providing on-site services in various community sites such as schools, senior and community centers, HUD housing sites, etc.   
• Accurately identify/assess community member’s assets and needs to connect them effectively to resources and help them set personal goals.     
• Assist with the maintenance of a comprehensive list of available community resources (employment, education, social service agencies, etc.) for program participants and collaborate with fellow public health organizations focused on providing services for the communities we serve.    
• Assist with the management of metrics and evaluation of outcomes by administering participant surveys and inputting collected data.   
• Collects stories from community participants on the effectiveness of preventative health education and submit them on a regular basis.   
• Actively participates in outreach activities and relationship building with current and new community partners.  
• Create and Design supplemental curricula material as instructed and or needed  

Additional Responsibilities 

Performs all functions and activities within the guidelines and philosophy set forth in Advance’s strategic plan, policies, mission, goals, and vision. 

Work collaboratively with Advance’s team members and volunteers. 

Other related duties as assigned by the Health and Wellness Program Director. 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any given time.   

Minimum Qualifications   

High School Diploma, Community Health Educator Certificate or equivalent    

2 years related experience in community development, social services, or related field    

Must be fluent in Spanish and English   

Experience adapting to diverse environments, programming, people, and situations   

Experience and competence working with youth, adults, and seniors    

Awareness and understanding of under resourced communities within the greater Phoenix area    

Detail-oriented and strong organizational skills, as well as excellent written and oral communication skills    

Strong project management skills with the ability to effectively multitask and prioritize deadlines    

Ability to work independently, be flexible and dependently take initiative while also being solution oriented    

Ability to maintain effective working relationships and communicate (written and oral communication) in a pleasant, positive manner with community members, community partners, and coworkers.  

Have reliable transportation with valid driver’s license    

Have Food Handler’s card (willing to obtain one within the first month of hire)    

CPR and First Aid Certification (willing to obtain one within the first month of hire)    

Proof of completed Covid-19 vaccination and approved boosters   

Security Clearance Requirements  

Fingerprint clearance or ability to obtain fingerprint clearance; must maintain clearance. 

Benefits at Advance Community  

We value work-life balance. 

Employee career development is important to us. 

Health, dental, and vision insurance covered at 100% for employees. 

Thirteen (13) paid holidays. 

Paid vacation and sick leave. 

Paid parental leave. 

401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions after one (1) year of employment. 

Working Environment  

Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc. Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work. However, there will be walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items such as papers, books, small parts, and occasional lifting of boxes or containers not to exceed 30 pounds, driving an automobile, etc. 

Reasonable Accommodation  

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Advance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based solely upon an individual's merit and qualifications related to the position. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy status, sex, age, marital status, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran or any other characteristics protected by law. We make all reasonable accommodations to meet the obligations set forth under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws.