Remote Part-Time Cancer Prevention Outreach Specialist

UT Southwestern; Dallas (TX); Remote; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a part-time Community Outreach Specialist/Community Health Worker to expand cancer prevention education across designated Texas counties. The role is remote, with regular local travel to community sites and occasional weekend work.

The assignment lasts about 1 year with a potential extension, requiring strong communication and organizational skills, ability to work independently, and familiarity with the local communities.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred in public health or related field.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently in a remote, community-based setting and travel within the service area.

Responsibilities

• Deliver cancer prevention, screening, and health education presentations to community organizations and residents in the assigned area.
• Identify opportunities for education/outreach and connect with COE staff for coordination.
• Represent COE at community events, meetings, and health fairs within the service area.
• Maintain documentation of contacts, activities, and program metrics.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Remote work ability

Travel flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in public health or related field

Tools

Basic computer skills

Data-entry

Virtual communication tools

Job description

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a part-time Community Outreach Specialist/Community Health Worker to expand cancer prevention education across designated Texas counties. The role is remote, with regular local travel to community sites and occasional weekend work.

The assignment lasts about 1 year with a potential extension, requiring strong communication and organizational skills, ability to work independently, and familiarity with the local communities.