Remote Community Health Educator for Rural Programs

Connecticut, Inc.; Connecticut; Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Network of Connecticut, Inc. (CHNCT) is seeking a full-time Community Health Educator for the Rural Health Transformation Program. This role involves increasing healthy behaviors through education at events and in the community, requiring strong health education experience.

Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and relevance in community health settings. The position is telecommuting with state-wide travel involved, ensuring flexibility and impact across Connecticut.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ relevant experience in health education preferred.
• Knowledge of Medicaid population preferred.
• Experience in a community-based setting for at least 1–2 years.

Responsibilities

• Increase healthy living behaviors through health education.
• Travel statewide to teach health and nutrition information.
• Participate in health fairs, workshops, and outreach activities.

Skills

Health education experience

Problem-solving skills

Cultural competency

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

Bachelor's degree in health services, allied health, nutrition, or public health discipline

Job description

Community Health Network of Connecticut, Inc. (CHNCT) is seeking a full-time Community Health Educator for the Rural Health Transformation Program. This role involves increasing healthy behaviors through education at events and in the community, requiring strong health education experience.

Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and relevance in community health settings. The position is telecommuting with state-wide travel involved, ensuring flexibility and impact across Connecticut.