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Overview Easterseals PORT Health is a non-profit service provider in North Carolina & Virginia. We are seeking a compassionate, caring, and dedicated Education and Outreach Specialist to join our collaborative, multidisciplinary One Community team in the Southern Region of the Trillium service area designed to increase access to care, health literacy, health awareness, and education. This is a community-based position, and candidates must reside in Columbus County. The Education and Outreach Specialist serves as a bridge between community members and providers through outreach and education across the southern Trillium counties on the East coast of North Carolina. The role requires attending community events, which may include evenings, weekends and holidays. Flexibility is essential to accommodate events outside standard business hours. You must be comfortable traveling to the following Trillium counties: New Hanover, Brunswick, Pender, Bladen, Columbus, Hoke, Scotland, Duplin, Sampson, Onslow, Jones, Carteret and Craven. Management preference: Experience with the unhoused population and/or community-based experience. What You’ll Do The Education and Outreach Specialist acts as a liaison between community members and providers through outreach and education to support the team in the Southern Trillium counties. Responsibilities include attending community events and representing the program in a professional manner, including events outside typical business hours. This is a community-based role and travel to designated counties is required. What You’ll Benefit You’ll earn an hourly rate of $18. We offer competitive benefits to benefits-eligible positions. Our Benefits Include Time Off: PTO to recharge and relax. Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus an optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Mileage: Mileage reimbursement in addition to hourly pay. Financial Security: Life and disability insurance, along with a 403(b) retirement plan. Loan Relief: Public Student Loan Forgiveness qualifier. Support Services: Access to our Employee Assistance Program and legal services when you need them. What We’re Looking For To join our team as the Education and Outreach Specialist you must have working relationships with community referrals, the ability to manage multiple projects, and strong attention to detail. The following requirements apply: High School diploma or GED required Maintain valid NC driver’s license and auto insurance for personal and agency vehicles used for work If you’re a kind, enthusiastic person seeking a rewarding opportunity where you can make a difference, please visit our website for more information. About Easterseals PORT Health Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy, compassionate partner providing disability, behavioral health and addiction treatment services. Our diverse and inclusive 2,600-member team supports 40,200 kids, adults and families across North Carolina and Virginia in 11,000 locations. Our working environment supports employee and client health with a ‘no tobacco’ policy in all offices, client facilities, properties, and agency vehicles. We strive to create an IDEAL culture—Inclusive, Diverse, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning & Growing. Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply! #J-18808-Ljbffr Easterseals PORT Health

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