Youth Health & Wellness Educator

PMCH; Irvington, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

PMCH in New Jersey is seeking a Teen Health Educator to deliver engaging, age-appropriate health education to adolescents in schools, community centers, and youth-serving environments.

The role emphasizes mental health, nutrition, substance use prevention, sexual health, healthy relationships and self-care, with collaboration with schools, families and community partners to promote wellness and positive youth development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public health, health sciences, or related field.
• CHES certification preferred.
• Experience facilitating group presentations/workshops.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging health education sessions to adolescents in schools and community sites.
• Use TOP, PREP, and Teen Speak curricula as appropriate.
• Coordinate CSL opportunities for cohorts.
• Maintain relationships with partner schools and organizations.
• Gather and track program data using forms and survey tools.
• Conduct marketing/outreach to recruit cohorts.
• Represent PMCH at health fairs, meetings, and events.

Skills

Presentation facilitation

English/Spanish bilingual

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's in Public Health

CHES preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

PMCH in New Jersey is seeking a Teen Health Educator to deliver engaging, age-appropriate health education to adolescents in schools, community centers, and youth-serving environments.

The role emphasizes mental health, nutrition, substance use prevention, sexual health, healthy relationships and self-care, with collaboration with schools, families and community partners to promote wellness and positive youth development.