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How much do ed navigator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for ed navigator in Ohio is $21.79, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.08 and $23.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Ed Navigator?

Ed Navigators are professionals who guide students and their families through the educational system, helping them access resources, understand options, and make informed decisions about education. They often work in schools, nonprofits, or community organizations, supporting learners in areas like enrollment, special education, college access, and more. Ed Navigators act as advocates, facilitators, and knowledgeable resources, ensuring that students receive the support they need to succeed academically. Their role is especially important for families unfamiliar with the education system or facing barriers to access.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Ed Navigator?

To thrive as an Ed Navigator, you need a strong background in education, counseling, or social work, often supported by a relevant degree and experience working with students or families. Familiarity with student information systems, educational assessment tools, and case management software is commonly required. Outstanding communication, cultural competence, and problem-solving skills help build trust and effectively support diverse learners and families. These skills are vital for guiding students through educational pathways and ensuring equitable access to resources and opportunities.

How do Ed Navigators typically collaborate with teachers and school administrators to support student success?

Ed Navigators often serve as a bridge between students, families, and school staff. They work closely with teachers and administrators to identify student needs, coordinate support services, and develop individualized plans for academic and personal growth. Regular meetings and open communication are key, as Navigators relay feedback from families, help interpret school policies, and advocate for resources. This collaborative approach ensures that interventions are aligned and students receive comprehensive, tailored support.

What is the difference between Ed Navigator vs Tutor?

AspectEd NavigatorTutor
CredentialsTypically requires education background, teaching experience, or certificationVaries; can include certified teachers or experienced individuals
Work EnvironmentOften works with students in schools or remotely, focusing on academic coachingOne-on-one or small group sessions, often in person or online
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by educational organizations, schools, and tutoring companiesUsed by private tutoring agencies, freelance tutors, or educational platforms

Ed Navigators primarily focus on guiding students through academic challenges, often working within schools or educational programs. Tutors typically provide direct instruction or support in specific subjects, either independently or through agencies. While both roles aim to improve student performance, Ed Navigators tend to focus on overall academic planning and resource coordination, whereas tutors concentrate on subject-specific teaching.

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Infographic showing various Ed Navigator job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 95% In-person, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,315 per year, or $21.8 per hour.

Health Navigator

Integrated Services for Behavioral Health

Lancaster, OH • On-site

$19 - $23/hr

Full-time

PTO

Posted 2 days ago

New

Job description

We are seeking a Health Navigator!
Fairfield Community Health Center, Lancaster, Ohio
Join our Team!
Fairfield Community Health Center's (FCHC) goal is high-quality, better care for our patients. We have been recognized as a level 3 Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) by the National Committee for Quality Assurance for all our family practice offices. PCMH means we offer a team approach, with the patient as the most important member of the team. FCHC offers improved access to care with extended hours, as well as same-day and next-day appointments. We work with specialists and hospitals to coordinate care to be sure that the entire healthcare team is working together to assure the best possible health for our patients.
The pay range for this position is $19.00-$23.00/hr based on experience, education and/or licensure.
Position Summary:
The Health Navigator role supports the organization's Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) and HRSA Health Center Program requirements by ensuring coordinated, comprehensive, culturally responsive, and patient-centered care. This role advances access to care, continuity, population health management, community integration, quality improvement, and compliance with HRSA, NCQA, and other regulatory standards.
Primary duties and responsibilities:
  • Facilitate timely access to primary and preventive care services
  • Coordinate referrals, transportation, hospital/ED discharges, and follow-up appointments
  • Provide enabling services to reduce barriers to care (e.g., navigation, scheduling support). Support patients before, during, and after visits to improve engagement and continuity. Assist in special outreach projects
  • Serve as a liaison between patients, families, providers, care teams, and community partners
  • Participate in daily huddles, interdisciplinary care team meetings, and panel reviews
  • Communicate identified care gaps, risks, and social barriers to providers and leadership. Serve as a resource to providers and staff related to care coordination, population health workflows, and HRSA expectations
  • Promote shared decision-making, health literacy, and self-management using motivational interviewing
  • Provide ongoing follow-up, coaching, accountability, and advocacy
  • Manage patient panels, registries, and risk stratification using Azara DRVS Review preventive services, labs, immunizations, utilization, and chronic disease measures
  • Conduct patient outreach directly or coordinate outreach based on registry and panel data Monitor population-level trends and recommend interventions to improve outcomes and equity
  • Maintain current knowledge of community-based organizations and external resources Link patients to social support including food access, housing resources, insurance assistance, and transportation
  • Participate in Quality Improvement (QI) activities aligned with PCMH and HRSA expectations
  • Assist with development, tracking, and implementation of QI goals and action plans
  • Track progress on preventive care, chronic disease outcomes, population health initiatives, and patient engagement
  • Provide education and support to staff and patients related to QI initiatives
  • Document all patient care and interactions (including phone calls and outreach) in the EMR per policy
  • Report to work as scheduled and perform duties as assigned
  • Serve as lead or support for special projects related to PCMH, HRSA, or population health
  • Participate in internal committees and QI workgroups as requested

Competencies/Skills:
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Azara
  • Recognizes and participates in continuous quality improvement efforts for operational and workflow changes.
  • Demonstrates strong interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills. Demonstrates computer proficiency and ability to work with all Microsoft Office applications, incident tracking software, and other pertinent organizational software applications.
  • Demonstrates effective time management skills and ability to prioritize to meet operational demands.
  • Applies professionalism to all interactions with health center patients, employees, providers, contractors, and vendors.
  • Continually willing to learn, embrace change, and have a positive attitude.
  • Demonstrates understanding of the importance of patient confidentiality.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
  • Demonstrates dependability through good attendance and punctuality.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of Population Health Management, Patient-Centered Medical Home Concepts (PCMH), CPC, [JDS. And HEDIS.

Experience, education/training and licensure:
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Graduate of a Medical Assistant program, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or equivalent clinical training preferred.
  • Certified Community Health Worker (CCHW) credential preferred, or willingness to obtain certification within an established timeframe.
  • Minimum of one (1) year of experience in an ambulatory primary care, community health, or related healthcare office setting required; Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) experience preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Must be able to push, pull, and assist in lifting up to 25 lbs. May be exposed to loud noises. Must be able to stand and sit for extended periods, stoop, bend, reach, show manual dexterity, and clearly communicate with office personnel and external customers. May be exposed to blood and bodily fluids.
Enjoy a great work environment with an excellent salary, generous paid time off, and a strong benefits package.
To learn more about our organization: www.FCHC.org
OUR MISSION
To Strengthen our Community by Caring for You.
OUR VALUES
Together we RISE:
Respect
Integrity
Stewardship
Excellence
This job description is intended to indicate the basic nature of the position(s) allocated to this class and examples of typical duties that may be assigned. It does not imply that all positions within this class will perform all of the duties listed, nor does it attempt to list all possible duties that may be assigned.
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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