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How much do community health coordinator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for community health coordinator in the United States is $50,796.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,500.00 and $56,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Community Health Coordinator vs Community Health Worker?

AspectCommunity Health CoordinatorCommunity Health Worker
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in public health, health education, or related fieldOften requires a high school diploma or equivalent; some roles may need certification
Work EnvironmentCoordinates programs, manages outreach efforts, and collaborates with healthcare providersProvides direct community outreach, education, and support to clients
Employer & IndustryHospitals, public health departments, NGOsCommunity clinics, public health agencies, non-profits

While both roles focus on community health, Community Health Coordinators typically oversee programs and coordinate efforts, requiring more formal education. Community Health Workers engage directly with community members, often with less formal education but essential for outreach and support.

What are some common challenges community health coordinators face when implementing new health programs?

Community Health Coordinators often encounter challenges such as limited resources, diverse community needs, and varying levels of engagement from stakeholders. Building trust with community members and aligning program initiatives with local cultural values can require patience and adaptability. Successfully navigating these challenges typically involves strong communication skills, creative problem-solving, and effective collaboration with healthcare providers, local leaders, and advocacy groups.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a community health coordinator?

To thrive as a Community Health Coordinator, you need a background in public health or related fields, strong organizational skills, and experience in community outreach or program management. Familiarity with data collection tools, health education platforms, and sometimes certifications like CHES (Certified Health Education Specialist) are valuable. Exceptional interpersonal communication, cultural competence, and problem-solving abilities help build trust and effectively engage diverse communities. These skills are crucial for designing impactful programs, improving public health outcomes, and ensuring resources reach those most in need.
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Infographic showing various Community Health Coordinator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,796 per year, or $24.4 per hour.

Community Health Coordinator

TAPESTRY 360 HEALTH

Chicago, IL • On-site

$22.69/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

COMMUNITY HEALTH COORDINATOR

COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS

TAPESTRY 360 HEALTH

Tapestry 360 Health is a mission-driven, patient-centered Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) delivering comprehensive primary care, behavioral health, and enabling services to a diverse and underserved population. As a Health Resources and Services Administration-designated health center operating under Section 330 of the Public Health Service Act, Tapestry serves as a critical safety-net provider, ensuring access to high-quality, equitable care regardless of a patient’s ability to pay.

With a workforce of approximately 250 employees and an annual operating budget of $44 million, the organization is advancing a deliberate strategy focused on financial sustainability, operational rigor, and long-term community impact. Key priorities include strengthening core infrastructure, expanding value-based care arrangements to align reimbursement with outcomes, and optimizing participation in the 340B Drug Pricing Program to reinvest resources into patient care. Through this integrated approach, Tapestry 360 Health is positioned to sustain and scale mission-critical services for the communities it serves well into the future.

Summary: The Community Health Coordinator promotes full access to Tapestry 360 Health services for specified populations on non-English-speaking patients and their families. They assist in language interpretation, care coordination, and bridging gaps in culture, communication and understanding between patients and healthcare providers. They will also support outreach and partnership activities with specified populations. This is a temporary, grant-funded position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Provides language interpretation to ensure efficient and accurate communication, ensuring patients understand care plans, medications, and follow-up.
  • Assists with medical referrals and follows through on completion. Coordinates patient care with various pharmacies, hospitals, and other providers.
  • Instructs patients on preparing for required procedures and tests. Accompanies patients to appointments. When necessary, advocates on behalf of high social- or medical-need patients.
  • Accurately transmits messages between patients and care teams.
  • Recruits, organizes, and serves as cultural navigator during group visits and workshops.
  • Completes assigned language-associated tasks efficiently and expeditiously.
  • Promotes patient independence.
  • Appropriately documents activities in patients' medical records.


Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Education and/or Experience:
  • At least one year of experience working in community programs or in a healthcare setting
  • English language proficiency


Preferred Education and/or Experience:
  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent


Language Skills:
  • Fluency in Dari/Pashto or Rohingya/Burmese highly desired
  • Medical interpretation certification desired
Competencies:
  • Cultural Humility
  • Problem Solving
  • Customer Service
  • Interpersonal, Oral and Written Communication
  • Teamwork


Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: 20 hours per week


Travel: Must be able to access and use public transportation with patients, when necessary.


Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Regularly required to talk and hear.
  • Frequently required to sit.
  • Regular walking.
  • May be required to lift items up to 25 lbs.
  • Occasional crouching, kneeling, and other movements.


Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


  • The noise in the work environment is moderate.
  • May be exposed to air-and/or blood borne pathogens.
  • May be required to perform duties at off-site locations.
  • Must have transportation to off-site locations


Grant expected to end 06/30/2027


Benefits: This position is not eligible for company benefits.
Pay Transparency: The salary range for this position is $22.69 hourly. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, qualifications, internal equity, and organizational needs.


EEO Statement
Tapestry 360 Health is an equal opportunity employer. We make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital or parental status, arrest or conviction record (as permitted by law), receipt of an order of protection, use of protected leave (including FMLA and VESSA), or any other status protected by applicable law..


American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement
Tapestry 360 Health complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources.


Tapestry 360 Health reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.