Top 12 Community health educator Jobs in North Carolina

Community Health Educator
AIDS Leadership Foothills-area Alliance (ALFA) —Hickory, NC
- $18.27 - $22.12 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- Spanish
- 403(b) matching
- Mileage reimbursement
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Health Educator
Davidson College —Davidson, NC
- Full-time
- Management
- Addiction Medicine
- Public speaking
Health Promotion and Outreach Specialist (Full-time Remote, North Carolina Based)
Alliance Health —Morrisville, NC
- $29.54 - $37.66 an hour
- Full-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Public Health Educator II – PREP Program Coordinator
Martin-Tyrrell-Washington District Health —Columbia, NC
- $44,143 - $87,397 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
Health Educator (Part-time)
Buncombe County Schools —Asheville, NC
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Bachelor's degree
- Public school
Public Health Educator II
Brunswick County —Center, NC
- $27.77 - $37.49 an hour
- Full-time
- Management
- Mid-level
- Office
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Public Health Education Specialist- Triple P Coordinator
Pitt County Government —Greenville, NC
- $49,791 - $78,692 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Public Health
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Substance Abuse Educator
Union County Public Schools —Monroe, NC
- Full-time
- Addiction Medicine
- Mid-level
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Education and Outreach Specialist
Easterseals PORT Health —Wilmington, NC
- $18 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Travel
- Mileage reimbursement
- Disability insurance
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Bilingual Outreach Health Educator - Migrant Seasonal Farmworkers Program
Rural Health Group, Inc. —Henderson, NC
- Weekends as needed
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- Clinic
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YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina —Wilmington, NC
- $20 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Public Health
- Retirement plan

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Community Health Educator

AIDS Leadership Foothills-area Alliance (ALFA) -
Hickory, NC

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Job Details

Full-time
$18.27 - $22.12 an hour

Benefits

403(b) matching
Mileage reimbursement
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
403(b)
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Working with LGBTQ+ individuals
Spanish
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Harm reduction
Writing skills
Public speaking
Microsoft Office
Driver's License
Bachelor's degree
Public health
Working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds
HIV/AIDS care
Community relationship building
Experience working with individuals from underserved communities
Mobile testing

Full Job Description

Title: Community Health Educator

Organization: ALFA (AIDS Leadership Foothills-area Alliance)

Location: Hickory, NC

Reports To: Director of Prevention Services

Job Summary

The Community Health Educator plays a key role in ALFA’s prevention and outreach efforts. This position provides compassionate, nonjudgmental services including rapid testing (HIV, STI, and hepatitis C), risk reduction counseling, harm reduction services, and community education. The Educator will be cross-trained in all prevention activities but will maintain a focus area, such as outreach or testing coordination.

Core Responsibilities

Client Services & Testing

Provide trauma-informed, client-centered risk reduction counseling.
Administer rapid testing for HIV, HCV, syphilis, and other STIs at fixed-site and mobile locations.
Assist with specimen collection and shipping, supply management, and positive STI follow-up and partner notification.
Ensure accurate documentation and data entry in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
Collaborate with staff to meet Counseling, Testing, and Referral (CTR) program goals and quality standards.
Assist with fixed-site harm reduction services, including distribution of naloxone, condoms, and safer use supplies.

Outreach & Community Engagement

Plan and implement education and testing events in both traditional and non-traditional settings.
Represent ALFA at community events, health fairs, and partner meetings.
Deliver health education presentations tailored to target populations.
Operate the Mobile Testing Unit and assist in mobile harm reduction services.
Maintain and grow partnerships with community organizations, venues, and local agencies.
Support the expansion of ALFA’s condom distribution network.

Program Support & Evaluation

Assist in implementation of ALFA’s social marketing and prevention campaigns.
Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of departmental goals and program outcomes.
Complete required reporting for local, state, and federal funders, including EvaluationWeb and other platforms.
Track and manage inventory for testing and outreach supplies.
Maintain compliance with agency policies and privacy standards.

Additional Duties

Maintain confidentiality and client dignity in all interactions.
Travel throughout the nine-county service area for home visits and outreach as needed (mileage reimbursement or agency vehicle available).
Follow all safety protocols when providing services.
Support ALFA functions, fundraisers and community outreach events as needed.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Community Health, Health Education, or related field, OR equivalent combination of education, training, and lived experience.
Commitment to harm reduction principles and nonjudgmental service delivery.
Ability to engage with diverse communities, including people who use drugs, LGBTQ+ individuals, communities of color, and those impacted by stigma and health inequities.
Strong communication, public speaking, and writing skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Valid driver’s license, vehicle liability insurance, and reliable transportation.
Completed COVID-19 vaccination series.
Willingness to obtain rapid testing and Whetstone certifications within 90 days of hire.
Ability to pass a background check and motor vehicle record review.

Preferred:

1–2 years of experience in public health, HIV/STI prevention, or harm reduction work.
Rapid testing certification (HIV, HCV, syphilis).
Phlebotomy experience or certification.
Spanish language proficiency.
Familiarity with PrEP, PEP, HIV/HCV/STI prevention strategies.
Experience with social marketing or community health promotion campaigns.

Working Conditions:

Regular travel throughout the service area required; agency vehicle provided for outreach.
Evening and occasional weekend work required for outreach and events.
Ability to lift and carry outreach supplies (up to 25 lbs).

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive hourly wage: $18.27 – $22.12 (commensurate with experience)
Generous health and dental insurance coverage
12 paid holidays + PTO/Vacation time
Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

This position is non-exempt from overtime compensation.

Non-Discrimination Statement:

ALFA prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, mental or physical disability, political belief or affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under state or federal law. ALFA is committed in policy, principle, and practice to maintaining an environment which prohibits discriminatory behavior, and provides equal employment opportunity for all persons.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.27 - $22.12 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

403(b)
403(b) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Public Health

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Hickory, NC 28602 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Hickory, NC 28602: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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