Community Education & Outreach Specialist — Travel & Evening/Weekend

Easterseals PORT Health; Whiteville (NC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health benefits

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Mileage reimbursement

Life and disability insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Student loan forgiveness program

Employee assistance program

Legal services

Job summary

Easterseals PORT Health in North Carolina seeks an Education and Outreach Specialist to connect community members with providers and increase health literacy across the eastern region. This community-based role requires frequent travel to numerous counties and attendance at events outside standard hours.

The position offers an hourly rate of $18 and benefits; candidates must reside in Columbus, Bladen, or Robeson County, NC, and maintain a valid NC driver’s license with auto insurance as part of

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Valid NC driver’s license and auto insurance for personal and agency vehicles.
• Strong communication and organizational skills for outreach work.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a bridge between community members and providers through outreach and education across the eastern Trillium counties in North Carolina.
• Attend community events, including evenings, weekends and holidays; flexible schedule required.
• Travel to multiple counties weekly to engage with communities and partners.
• Support the team with outreach activities and coordinated community-based initiatives.

Skills

Community outreach

Travel flexibility

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Easterseals PORT Health in North Carolina seeks an Education and Outreach Specialist to connect community members with providers and increase health literacy across the eastern region. This community-based role requires frequent travel to numerous counties and attendance at events outside standard hours.

The position offers an hourly rate of $18 and benefits; candidates must reside in Columbus, Bladen, or Robeson County, NC, and maintain a valid NC driver’s license with auto insurance as part of