Community Health Educator

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Education and development

Direct impact on Benoni community

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Community Health Educator to empower Benoni residents with knowledge to improve health outcomes. You will design and deliver education programs addressing disease prevention, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles, while collaborating with local partners.

The ideal candidate has a public health background, strong communication and presentation skills, and a passion for community wellbeing. This role offers a supportive team and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a health-related field.
• Experience delivering health education or community health promotion.
• Ability to convey health information clearly to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver health education programs for diverse community audiences.
• Assess community health needs to inform program development.
• Create culturally appropriate health materials (brochures, presentations, online content).
• Lead discussions on disease prevention, nutrition, exercise, and mental wellness.
• Collaborate with local healthcare providers, schools and community organizations.
• Evaluate effectiveness of programs and suggest improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation

Facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Public health knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Health/Health Education/Nursing or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Community Health Educator to join their team in Benoni . This role is focused on empowering community members with the knowledge and skills needed to make informed decisions about their health and well-being within Gauteng . You will design and deliver engaging health education programs on various topics, including disease prevention, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles. The ideal candidate is passionate about public health, possesses excellent communication skills, and is committed to improving health outcomes at the community level.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging health education programs and workshops tailored to diverse community audiences.


• Assess community health needs and identify key health issues to inform program development.


• Create culturally appropriate health education materials, including brochures, presentations, and online content.


• Facilitate discussions and provide accurate information on topics such as disease prevention, healthy eating, exercise, and mental wellness.


• Collaborate with local healthcare providers, schools, and community organizations to promote health initiatives.


• Evaluate the effectiveness of health education programs and make recommendations for improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Education, Nursing, or a related field.


• Previous experience in health education or community health promotion.


• Strong knowledge of public health principles and common health issues.


• Excellent presentation, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to communicate complex health information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.


• Experience working with community-based organizations is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.


• Comprehensive medical aid and other benefits.


• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development.


• A fulfilling role that directly contributes to the health and well-being of the Benoni community.


• Supportive team environment dedicated to public health improvement.