Community Educator; Contractor

Description

Are you passionate about empowering older adults and strengthening your community?

Alliance for Aging is seeking enthusiastic Community Health Educators to lead engaging, in-person workshops that support the physical, mental, and social well-being of older adults. In this role, you will facilitate evidence-based workshops (6–10 weeks) focused on Falls Prevention, Chronic Disease Management, and Healthy, Active Living. You’ll work with community partners such as senior centers, assisted living facilities, and faith-based organizations, helping participants gain practical tools to improve their quality of life.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a flexible schedule. Training and all materials are provided, and you are compensated for each workshop you deliver.

• Facilitate interactive, educational workshops for older adults
• Create a welcoming, safe, and respectful learning environment
• Encourage participation and meaningful group discussion
• Conduct community outreach to promote programs and resources
• Collaborate with community partners to meet local needs
• Collect participant feedback and program evaluations

• Ability to build trust and rapport with diverse groups
• Strong sense of professionalism, integrity, and accountability
• Adaptable, collaborative, and culturally sensitive
• Self-motivated with sound judgment and a positive attitude
• Mature, dependable, and mission-driven

• Prior experience facilitating groups or educational sessions
• Availability to work primarily weekday hours.
• Interest in aging-related topics (e.g., dementia, chronic conditions, fall prevention, mental health, social engagement)
• Experience in community education or outreach preferred
• Strong public speaking and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Familiarity with local community resources is a plus
• Multilingual skills highly desirable
• Ability to pass a Level 2 background screening
• Reliable transportation and commitment to scheduled workshops
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and lift up to 20 pounds
• Ability to sit or stand for up to two hours at a time
• Mobility required for in-person community settings

• Flexible, part-time schedule
• Paid training and all program materials provided
• Opportunity to make a lasting difference in your community
• Supportive mission-driven organization