Health Educator

Erie Family Health Centers

AmeriCorps Health Educator role focused on community health outreach and resource connection for diverse populations. Assisting with enrollment, service support, and documentation while building professional skills.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeWaukegan • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $30,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in connecting individuals and families with community resources, providing referrals, and assisting with enrollment in benefits and services. Proficient in digital navigation and documentation, with strong communication skills to engage diverse populations effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Community Health ExperienceSocial Services KnowledgeBilingual English/Spanish SkillsElectronic Health Record SystemsMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Data EntryProgram TrackingResource ReferralEnrollment AssistanceDigital Navigation

Soft Skills

Strong Verbal CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationAbility to Work with Diverse Populations

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Health Record SystemsMicrosoft Office

Industry Keywords

Social Drivers of HealthCommunity ServicesOutreach ActivitiesAmeriCorps Background Check

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Screen individuals and families for social drivers of health needs and connect them with appropriate resources.
Provide referrals and linkage to community services including food, transportation, financial assistance, and other support programs.
Assist with enrollment in eligible benefits, programs, and services.
Support outreach activities and follow-up with individuals regarding resource needs.
Provide digital navigation assistance and help individuals access available services.
Complete documentation, data entry, and program tracking activities.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work with diverse populations.
U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident.
Ability to meet AmeriCorps background check requirements.
Preferred: Experience in community health, social services, or related fields.
Intermediate Microsoft Office skills.
Experience with electronic health record systems.
Bilingual English/Spanish skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Living allowance of up to $30,000
Segal Education Award upon successful completion of service
Fully covered healthcare benefits through AmeriCorps, if eligible
Childcare assistance, if eligible
Student loan forbearance and interest benefits, if eligible
Professional development and leadership opportunities