Community Engagement Specialist Jobs in Ohio
Community Engagement Specialist jobs in Ohio are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in nonprofit organizations, public health agencies, healthcare systems, and local government across the state at both coordinator and program-management levels. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor most of the hiring, with major employers like OhioHealth, the United Way of Greater Ohio, and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center maintaining steady demand. The most sought-after specialties include public health outreach, community health education, and nonprofit program coordination. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Outreach and Community Engagement Specialist — Part-Time
Project Milk Mission | Mahoning County, Ohio
Pay: $21 per hour
Hours: 15 hours per week
Location: Remote position with local travel throughout Mahoning County
Position type: Part-time, grant-funded
About Project Milk Mission
Project Milk Mission is a nonprofit organization providing culturally inclusive breastfeeding education and support to pregnant and postpartum families. We help families access education, encouragement, and community resources to support their infant feeding goals.
About the Position
We are seeking a personable, organized Outreach and Community Engagement Specialist to help expand our reach throughout Mahoning County.
This position will build community partnerships, increase awareness of our services, and connect pregnant and postpartum mothers with breastfeeding classes, monthly support groups, and Safe Sleep While Breastfeeding education.
The specialist will work closely with our breastfeeding education staff. This role focuses on outreach, partnerships, and enrollment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain relationships with healthcare providers, hospitals, OB offices, prenatal clinics, WIC programs, libraries, and community organizations.
- Introduce Project Milk Mission’s services to potential partners and help establish referral connections.
- Share class flyers, educational materials, and registration and referral information.
- Attend community events, health fairs, baby showers, and other outreach opportunities throughout Mahoning County.
- Engage pregnant and postpartum mothers, explain available services, and assist with enrollment.
- Coordinate with breastfeeding education staff to connect families with upcoming classes and support groups.
- Maintain an organized partner contact list and document outreach, follow-up activities, referrals, and enrollment assistance.
- Provide regular updates on outreach progress, community needs, and partnership opportunities.
- Support collection of participation information and feedback for program evaluation and grant reporting.
- Protect participant information and maintain accurate, secure records.
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree or higher in public health, social work, human services, communications, business, or a related field is preferred.
- At least two years of experience in community outreach, community engagement, nonprofit programs, family support, or a related role.
- Experience building community relationships, connecting people with services, and maintaining accurate records.
- Strong communication skills and comfort contacting organizations by phone, email, and in person.
- Ability to build respectful relationships with families from diverse backgrounds.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently within a part-time schedule.
- Basic computer skills, including email, online forms, spreadsheets, and virtual meetings.
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel to outreach locations throughout Mahoning County.
- Reliable internet access for remote administrative work.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with Mahoning County and its community resources.
- Experience working with pregnant or postpartum families.
- Existing relationships with local healthcare providers or community organizations.
- Interest in maternal and infant health and equitable access to services.
Schedule and Travel
This is a remote position with local travel throughout Mahoning County. The position is 15 hours per week. Scheduling will be coordinated around partner availability and community events, with occasional evening or weekend hours.
Approved business mileage will be reimbursed at the applicable federal mileage rate.
Funding
This position is supported by grant funding. Continued employment depends on available funding and program needs.
Join a team committed to empowering families, reducing breastfeeding disparities, and improving maternal and infant health. Your work will help connect families throughout Mahoning County with the education, support, and resources they need.
Pay: $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15.0 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: Remote
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What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in community engagement specialist jobs across Ohio.
- Bachelor's degree in social work, public health, communications, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience planning and facilitating community outreach programs or events
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for diverse community audiences
- Proficiency with data tracking tools and ability to report program outcomes clearly
- Experience building partnerships with nonprofit, government, or healthcare organizations
- Bilingual or multilingual ability, particularly Spanish, is frequently preferred in Ohio markets
Community Engagement Specialist Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a community engagement specialist in Ohio?
Most community engagement specialist positions in Ohio require a bachelor's degree in public health, social work, communications, nonprofit management, or a closely related field. There is no single state-issued license for this role, but candidates pursuing public health-focused positions may strengthen their profile with a Certified Health Education Specialist credential administered through the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing. Ohio employers in healthcare and nonprofit sectors frequently expect candidates to have direct community outreach or program coordination experience alongside their degree.
Which companies hire community engagement specialists in Ohio?
Companies currently hiring community engagement specialists in Ohio include Amazon, WellBe Senior Medical, and Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Ohio's large nonprofit networks, public health departments, and integrated healthcare systems like OhioHealth and the Cleveland Clinic Health System are among the most consistent sources of these openings across the state.
Which Ohio cities have the most community engagement specialist jobs?
Columbus, Canton, and Cleveland have the most community engagement specialist openings in Ohio. Columbus leads as the state capital and home to a dense cluster of nonprofit headquarters, public health agencies, and major hospital systems, while Cleveland's concentration of healthcare institutions and Cincinnati's active nonprofit sector and public health infrastructure drive hiring in those metros.
Are there remote community engagement specialist jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since much of this work involves in-person outreach, community events, and direct relationship-building. About 50% of community engagement specialist openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those tend to cover grant writing, program reporting, and digital communications responsibilities rather than field-based outreach.
How can I get hired as a community engagement specialist in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through an AmeriCorps service position or a paid internship with an Ohio-based nonprofit or county public health department, both of which are widely available and recognized by Ohio employers as legitimate starting experience. Organizations like the Ohio Association of Nonprofit Organizations connect candidates to entry-level roles, while lateral moves from case management, community health worker, or volunteer coordination positions are commonly accepted. Building a portfolio of event coordination, community needs assessments, or health education work gives candidates a clear edge even without a long employment history.
Where can I find and apply to community engagement specialist jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to community engagement specialist jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings from employers across the state. Find a role that fits and apply directly through the listing.
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