Job Description

The Community Health Educator plays a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities by facilitating access to home modifications and health-related resources. This position focuses on empowering clients to maintain independence, improve quality of life, and navigate available services that enhance accessibility and safety in their homes

Responsibilities:

• Provide outreach, education, and direct assistance to individuals with disabilities regarding home modifications and related health services
• Collaborate with occupational therapists, contractors, and funding agencies to coordinate home modification projects
• Support clients in navigating available grant programs, financial assistance, and community resources for home modifications
• Attend community events and workshops to promote awareness and education on independent living and accessibility solutions
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions, assessments, and service referrals
• Be willing and able to travel between Baltimore County and Harford County to visit consumer's homes.

Qualifications:

• Experience in community health work, social services, or disability advocacy
• Knowledge of home modifications and accessibility solutions for individuals with disabilities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust with diverse populations
• Proficiency in record-keeping and client documentation
• Ability to travel locally for home visits and community events

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification as a Community Health Worker or related field
• Experience working with home modification projects and accessibility adaptations
• Familiarity with ADA regulations and accessible housing guidelines

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Towson, MD 21286

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