Community Health Educator

Company: Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers
Location: Buffalo
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Job Title: Community Health Educator Position Status: Full Time (hours vary based on youth school schedules) Position Classification: Non-Exempt Remote: No Department: CAPP Immediate Supervisor: Health Education Coordinator Salary: $48,924 Job Summary: The Community Health Educator is responsible for teaching youth, ages 10-21, a health-related curriculum addressing teen pregnancy, HIV/AIDS, and sexually transmitted infections, in a way that engages and equips clients with correct information, support, and evidence-based, best health practices so that youth and young adults have good Behavioral, Social-Emotional, and Physical Health and the spread of HIV and other STD/STI is reduced. Candidate must be dedicated to working with diverse populations and inner-city residents. Supervisory Duties: This position has no supervisory duties Essential functions: Percent of time: Primary Position Responsibilities 90% Facilitation of Evidence Based Programming Demonstrates comfort, confidence, objectivity, and full support for educating youth and young adults about teen pregnancy, HIV/AIDS, and sexually transmitted infections. Demonstrates sensitivity to and cultural literacy about different opinions, sentiments, and beliefs. Maintains clarity about one's own comfort level with certain sexual topics and avoids inserting one's own bias and beliefs. Facilitates evidence-based curricula with fidelity to promote abstinence, delay the onset of sexual activity, and reduce risky behaviors. Administers pre- and post-surveys collecting student data from program sessions. Implements, coordinates, and monitors activities across multiple systems to improve health and quality of life outcomes for youth and their families. Ensures that knowledge of family planning, growth and development, sexually transmitted diseases, and other health related concerns are up to date so that information presented is accurate and current. Works in a professional manner with the adult staff at sites where programming is to occur, building good working relationships with client system representatives. Supports the Director of Community Education by seeking out potential sites for evidence-based programming and health outreach events. Building and Maintaining Relationships with Youth and Young Adults Builds respectful, person-centered relationships with youth and young adults using a trauma-informed approach. Welcomes and works with youth of all backgrounds including LGBTQ youth. Demonstrates increasing knowledge and understanding of youth and young adults' developmental opportunities and challenges. Acts as a health advocate by referring participants or parents to services available in the community as needed (e.g., family planning, health insurance, etc.) Documentation, Tracking, and Consistent Use of the Online Reporting System 5% Understands contractual requirements and current status of grants and submits informed and thorough monthly reports. Conducts process evaluation and maintains accurate records of group sessions at a variety of community locations. including Buffalo Public Schools, faith-based sites, and other locations. Any other job responsibilities directly assigned to you by your supervisor. 5% Education: Bachelors from an accredited college or university in a health-related field and one year of full-time experience in a recognized youth service agency (OR) Bachelors from an accredited college or university (any major) and two years of full-time experience with health education including teen pregnancy prevention, HIV/AIDS, and sexually transmitted infections. Required Skills/Abilities Must have a car and a valid NYS Driver's License Must have passion for educating youth, young adults, and others about sensitive topics. Demonstrated comfort and skill in public speaking to small and large groups, clearly and concisely explaining ideas, in a manner that keeps people's attention. Strong interpersonal skills with excellent oral and written communication skills Fully proficient in Microsoft Office and experience with electronic health records Must exhibit a passion for BFNC's vision, mission and values and act as a role model for agency values and responsible practices. Ergonomics: Sitting, standing, stooping, bending, standard lifting up to 35 pounds, carrying, repetitive movements. Ability to operate and repair machines; prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, and stretching. Must be able to access and navigate the site and go up and down stairs. Must be able to work in varied weather conditions and outdoors during summer months. All the ergonomic requirements must be performed without significant risk of injury to oneself or others or otherwise demonstrated or explain how one can perform essential functions of the position listed above with or without accommodations. Workplace Conditions Disclaimer Employees in this role may be required to visit environments where exposure to pests (including bed bugs, insects, or rodents), unsanitary conditions, secondhand smoke, or communicable health concerns may occur. The organization provides training, protective equipment, and safety protocols to minimize risks and ensure a safe working environment. The job specifications cited in this Job Description are not to be interpreted as a complete list of all the qualifications and performance expectations needed to perform this job adequately. Management reserves the right to modify duties as necessary. At its discretion, management can add, drop, or change this job's duties, responsibilities, and expectations at any time. This job description does not constitute an offer of employment, continuous employment, or an employment contract. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position BFNC is an EEO employer. This job description does not constitute an offer of employment, continuous employment, or an employment contract.

Keywords: Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers, Buffalo , Community Health Educator, Education / Teaching , Buffalo, New York