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Children's Aid

Senior Health Educator

Bronx, NY · On-site

$29.67 - $31.86/hr

The Senior Health Educator will engage foster care and adjudicated youth as well as parents and guardians by facilitating workshops. The Senior Health Educator will also oversee training and support ...

Children's Aid Society

Senior Health Educator

Bronx, NY · On-site

$29.67 - $31.86/hr

The Senior Health Educator will engage foster care and adjudicated youth as well as parents and guardians by facilitating workshops. The Senior Health Educator will also oversee training and support ...

Children's Aid

Senior Health Educator

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$29 - $32/hr

The Senior Health Educator will engage foster care and adjudicated youth as well as parents and guardians by facilitating workshops. The Senior Health Educator will also oversee training and support ...

Children's Aid Society

Senior Health Educator

Bronx, NY · On-site

$29.67 - $31.86/hr

The Senior Health Educator will engage foster care and adjudicated youth as well as parents and guardians by facilitating workshops. The Senior Health Educator will also oversee training and support ...

MyFlorida

SENIOR HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64041301

Tampa, FL

$43K - $47K/yr

SENIOR HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64041301 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 64041301 Salary: $43,603.56 - $47,963.92 Posting Closing Date: 06/13/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool DEPARTMENT OF ...

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SENIOR HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64085183

Miami, FL · On-site

$46K - $49K/yr

SENIOR HEALTH EDUCATOR - 64085183 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 64085183 Salary: $46,000.00-$49,000.00 Posting Closing Date: 06/14/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool Job posting ...

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How much do senior health educator jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior health educator in the United States is $81,288.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,000.00 and $96,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior Health Educator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Health Educator, you need a background in public health, health education, or a related field, usually supported by a bachelor’s or master’s degree and Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) credential. Familiarity with program planning software, data analysis tools, and health communication platforms is often required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, cultural competence, and leadership are crucial for engaging diverse communities and mentoring junior staff. These competencies ensure effective health promotion, successful program implementation, and lasting positive impact on public health outcomes.

How does a Senior Health Educator typically collaborate with other healthcare professionals and community partners?

Senior Health Educators often work closely with a multidisciplinary team that may include physicians, nurses, social workers, and public health officials. They frequently coordinate with community organizations, schools, and local agencies to develop and implement health education programs tailored to specific populations. Effective communication and partnership-building skills are essential, as Senior Health Educators must align educational initiatives with broader public health goals and ensure resources are utilized efficiently. Collaboration not only enhances program reach but also supports ongoing evaluation and improvement of health outcomes.

What are Senior Health Educators?

Senior Health Educators are experienced professionals who design, implement, and evaluate health education programs to promote wellness and prevent disease within communities or organizations. They often lead teams, develop educational materials, and collaborate with other health professionals to address public health concerns. Their responsibilities may also include training junior staff, conducting research, and advocating for public health policies. Senior Health Educators typically have advanced degrees and extensive experience in health education or a related field.

What is the difference between Senior Health Educator vs Health Educator?

AspectSenior Health EducatorHealth Educator
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Public Health, Health Education, or related field; certifications like CHESBachelor's degree in health education, public health, or related field; certifications like CHES
Work EnvironmentCommunity health programs, healthcare facilities, government agenciesSchools, community centers, clinics, public health departments
ResponsibilitiesDeveloping programs, mentoring staff, overseeing projectsConducting health education sessions, creating educational materials

The main difference is that Senior Health Educators typically have more experience, oversee programs, and mentor others, while Health Educators focus on delivering education and creating materials. Both roles require similar credentials and work in related environments, but Senior Health Educators hold more leadership responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Senior Health Educator job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% In-person, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,288 per year, or $39.1 per hour.
Senior Health Educator

Senior Health Educator

Children's Aid

Bronx, NY • On-site

$29.67 - $31.86/hr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Compensation: $29.67/hour - $31.86/hour
Position Summary:
The P2 Project (The Pregnancy Prevention Project) at Children's Aid aims to reduce and prevent the incidence of unintended adolescent pregnancy in Children's Aid's priority areas in NYC by providing young people with holistic tools to meet their greatest potentials through evidence-based sexuality education, comprehensive reproductive health services, and peer health education. The main objectives of the program are:
  1. Provide comprehensive, age appropriate, sexuality health education for adolescents (11 - 22-year-olds).
  2. Provide strategies for young people to make healthy decisions and set goals for the future.
  3. Connect youth to reproductive health services.
  4. Encourage youth/adult partnerships and effective communication.
  5. Create and foster community and organizational partnerships to reduce the incidence of unintended adolescent pregnancy in our communities.

Under the supervision of the Program Manager of the OPA Pregnancy Prevention Program, the Senior Health Educator will be responsible for the implementation of comprehensive sexual health education of the OPA Pregnancy Prevention Program. The Senior Health Educator will engage foster care and adjudicated youth as well as parents and guardians by facilitating workshops. The Senior Health Educator will also oversee training and support foster care agency staff members in facilitating sexual health topics and implementation of evidence -based curricula specifically for their population of youth. The Senior Health Educator will work closely with other team members to ensure that health education materials are engaging and age appropriate.
Essential Duties:
  • Establish collaborative relationships with CA staff and staff at other foster care agencies to develop and implement retention and engagement strategies for their adolescents.
  • Facilitate evidence-based curricula to fidelity and document outcomes in sessions.
  • Facilitate the Power Through Choices curriculum and other educational supplemental workshops for youth and staff in CA foster care Programs and Foster Care partner agencies, according to work plan goals.
  • Evaluate, update, and maintain curriculum and supplemental workshops on pregnancy prevention and reproductive health topics utilizing best practices for engagement of adolescents and evidence-based curricula.
  • Facilitate the referral of sexually active youth identified through the program to family planning services provided at CA family planning health centers and partner health care agencies.
  • Monitor and track the outcomes of all referrals for family planning services.
  • Assist in the identification and recruitment of youth participants applying for the Just Ask Me Peer Health Education Program.
  • Provide one on one health education for youth that need additional information and support outside of workshop spaces.
  • Collect, enter, and maintain accurate data related to program activities.
  • Submit quarterly reports of the activities and outcomes.
  • Research and attend relevant professional development trainings.
  • Perform other duties as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Associate's degree with 7 - 8 years of related experience OR Bachelor's degree in Health Education, Public Administration, Social Work, or a related field with 3-4 years of related experience with adolescents and/or in reproductive health education.
  • Ability to travel to multiple sites across New York City as needed.
  • Availability to work evenings and occasional Saturdays.

Key Competencies:
  • Experience working with youth in foster care and/or adjudicated youth preferred.
  • Highly reliable, organized, and detail-oriented with timely follow-through.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrates emotional maturity, sound judgement, and great decision-making skills.
  • Proficient in computer application and data entry systems.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus.

It is the policy of Children's Aid to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and is dedicated to maintaining a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Children's Aid will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or retaliation on any basis, including race, creed, color, national origin, ethnicity, alienage or citizenship status, gender/sex (including pregnancy), disability, religion, source of income, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, familial status, caregiver status, military status, marital or partnership status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest or conviction record, credit history, unemployment status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Children's Aid is committed to complying with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Children's Aid will conduct a prompt and thorough investigation of all allegations of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or any violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy in a confidential manner and will take appropriate corrective action, if and where warranted. Children's Aid prohibits retaliation against employees who provide information about, complain about, or assist in the investigation of any complaint of discrimination or violation of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.
The incumbent is expected to work a schedule, whether in-person or hybrid, as determined by the department's needs to facilitate effective collaboration with the team. This flexibility is essential for maintaining seamless communication, fostering teamwork, and ensuring the smooth operation of the department's processes. The position's requirements are subject to periodic review and adjustment based on organizational needs and changes in work dynamics.
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