Apply to be an AmeriCorps Health Educator with Erie Family Health Centers!
Join AmeriCorps as a Health Educator for High School - School Based Health at Erie Family Health Centers. This year-long, full-time service position provides the opportunity to support students, families, and communities while building professional skills through mentorship, training, and hands-on service experience.
AmeriCorps Member Benefits:
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
This is a year-long, full-time AmeriCorps position requiring completion of a minimum of 1,700 service hours. The work schedule for this position is aligned with Erie's hours of operations.
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
Deliver health education and wellness programming to high school students.
Provide one-on-one nutrition and health coaching support.
Coordinate student access to vision and dental services.
Plan and facilitate health promotion events and outreach activities.
Support youth engagement initiatives and advisory boards.
Participate in community outreach and resource navigation activities.
Applications must be submitted by September 13, 2026, to be considered for full-time opportunities. Anticipated start of Monday, September 21st 2026.
Education
Skills and Knowledge
Required:
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Desire and ability to present information to groups.
Current CPR Certification.
U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident.
Ability to meet AmeriCorps background check requirements.
Preferred:
Experience in community health, education, or social services.
Intermediate Microsoft Office skills.
EPIC experience.
Bilingual English/Spanish skills.
The Erie Advantage Pledge
WORKING TOGETHER FOR WHAT MATTERS MOST
Erie makes a pledge that all current and future employees can feel confident that:
Our mission, vision, and values unite us.
Our voices matter.
We do things well.
Our inclusive culture promotes balance and belonging.
We find our career sweet spot at Erie.