AmeriCorps Health Educator SDOH (Hybrid)

Apply to be an AmeriCorps Health Educator with Erie Family Health Centers!

Join AmeriCorps as a Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Health Educator at Erie Family Health Centers. This year-long, full-time service position provides the opportunity to help connect individuals and families to resources that support their health and well-being. This is a hands-on experience in community outreach, resource navigation, benefits enrollment, and patient support while building professional skills through training and service.

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:

• 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.

Applications must be submitted by September 13, 2026, to be considered for full-time opportunities. Anticipated start of Monday, September 21st 2026.

Education

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Skills and Knowledge

Required:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Current CPR Certification.
• 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.

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.