Community Health Educator

Responsibilities

• Deliver culturally responsive community health education modules addressing chronic disease, nutrition, mental health, and maternal/child health.
• Build and sustain relationships with residents, community leaders, and grassroots organizations in Macon, Barbour, and Bullock Counties.
• Conduct community needs assessments to identify health priorities and barriers to care.
• Organize and facilitate community health forums, listening sessions, and health events.
• Collaborate with university faculty, Cooperative Extension, local health departments, and HBCU partners.
• Support youth and family health initiatives through 4-H and other Extension programs.
• Train and support community health workers, volunteers, and local organizations.
• Assist with grant writing, partnership development, and resource acquisition.
• Monitor and evaluate program outcomes using participatory and culturally appropriate methods.
• Prepare impact reports, success stories, and presentations for stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Education, Social Work, Community Development, or a related field (Master's degree preferred for Level II; Master's required for Level III).
• Experience in community health education, outreach, or related work (Years of experience required based on level: 2-4 years for Level I, 5-7 years for Level II, or 8-10+ years for Level III).
• Knowledge of community health principles, health equity, and social determinants of health.
• Ability to travel locally within a multi-county service area.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as required by community needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science degree in Public Health or a closely related field.
• Experience with Cooperative Extension or land-grant mission models.
• Experience in program design, evaluation, and partnership development.

About the Company

Tuskegee University is a historic institution dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and community service, working to improve the lives of individuals and communities through impactful programming and outreach.