Health Educator Jobs in Texas
Health Educator jobs in Texas are in strong and steady demand, with openings concentrated in public health agencies, large hospital systems, managed care organizations, and university health centers at every level from entry-level community outreach roles through senior program director positions. Houston, Dallas, and Austin are the largest hiring markets, anchored by employers such as Texas Children's Hospital, UTHealth Houston, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. The most in-demand specialties in Texas are chronic disease prevention, maternal and child health, and corporate wellness. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Assists in the development and implementation of health education and health promotional activities to meet the needs of a given population/group of Dallas County for a particular or specialized program to include participating in established partnerships with other interested health entities/ individuals to focus on design and implementation of promotional strategies that successfully address community/program health issues for a specific population/group; identifies appropriate population/group specific language media for notices, announcements, and informational needs of the population/group and liaisons with community outreach and represents the department/division at meetings and various activities of community organizations.
Responsibilities
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Researches training materials, resources, and facilitates related to public health education programs for the community or a specific group as well as develops, coordinates, and conducts health education programs and activities.
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Assist in writing, editing, and coordinating the development of promotional, educational, training materials, newsletters, brochures as appropriate to the program for the community or given population/specific group as well as develops health education materials and resources for Health and Human Services and responds to requests from the community for literature.
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Oversees monthly health promotional displays within the department.
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Identifies populations or specific groups, communities, and organizations that would benefit from public health training courses and program.
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Provides translation services to non-English speaking residents and serves as initial point of contact for the non-English speaking residents for the targeted group, Medical Reserve and Corp Volunteers.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Experience and Training:
Education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Health Education, or in a job related field of study. One (1) year of work related experience in a health care setting.
Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Skilled in the use of standard software applications. Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, departments and the general public. Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License, with a good driving record and reliable transportation. Bilingual is preferred or may be required based on community/group targeted.
Physical/Environmental Requirements:
Standard office environment. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs., unassisted. Ability to visit various off site work locations.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Assists in the development and implementation of health education and health promotional activities to meet the needs of a given population/group of Dallas County for a particular or specialized program to include participating in established partnerships with other interested health entities/ individuals to focus on design and implementation of promotional strategies that successfully address community/program health issues for a specific population/group; identifies appropriate population/group specific language media for notices, announcements, and informational needs of the population/group and liaisons with community outreach and represents the department/division at meetings and various activities of community organizations.
Responsibilities
-
Researches training materials, resources, and facilitates related to public health education programs for the community or a specific group as well as develops, coordinates, and conducts health education programs and activities.
-
Assist in writing, editing, and coordinating the development of promotional, educational, training materials, newsletters, brochures as appropriate to the program for the community or given population/specific group as well as develops health education materials and resources for Health and Human Services and responds to requests from the community for literature.
-
Oversees monthly health promotional displays within the department.
-
Identifies populations or specific groups, communities, and organizations that would benefit from public health training courses and program.
-
Provides translation services to non-English speaking residents and serves as initial point of contact for the non-English speaking residents for the targeted group, Medical Reserve and Corp Volunteers.
-
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Experience and Training:
Education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Health Education, or in a job related field of study. One (1) year of work related experience in a health care setting.
Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Skilled in the use of standard software applications. Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, departments and the general public. Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License, with a good driving record and reliable transportation. Bilingual is preferred or may be required based on community/group targeted.
Physical/Environmental Requirements:
Standard office environment. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs., unassisted. Ability to visit various off site work locations.
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Health Educator Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- CHRISTUS Health6
- University Health5
- Baylor Scott & White Health2
- Texas Health and Human Services Commission2
- Children's Health1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services20
- Government & Public Sector2
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in health educator jobs across Texas.
- Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) credential preferred or required by most Texas employers
- Bachelor's degree in public health, health education, or a closely related field
- Experience designing and delivering evidence-based health education programs for diverse populations
- Proficiency in health data analysis tools and community needs assessment methodologies
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for training, outreach, and grant reporting
- Familiarity with Texas Department of State Health Services program guidelines and reporting requirements
Health Educator Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a health educator in Texas?
Most health educator roles in Texas require at minimum a bachelor's degree in public health, health education, or a related field, with a master's degree preferred for program management and government positions. Texas does not issue a state license for health educators, but the nationally recognized Certified Health Education Specialist credential is effectively required by most hospitals, public health departments, and managed care organizations in the state. The Texas Department of State Health Services sets program standards for public-sector roles.
Which companies hire health educators in Texas?
Employers hiring health educators in Texas right now include CHRISTUS Health, University Health, and Baylor Scott & White Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's large integrated health systems, state and county public health departments, and major insurers with Texas headquarters maintain some of the most consistent year-round openings in the state.
Which Texas cities have the most health educator jobs?
San Antonio, Corpus Christi, and Dallas account for the most health educator openings in Texas. Houston's concentration of academic medical centers, county health departments, and managed care headquarters drives the highest overall volume, while Dallas and Austin generate steady demand through large hospital networks, state agency offices, and a growing base of corporate wellness and university health programs.
Are there remote health educator jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since a significant share of health educator work involves in-person community outreach, patient education, and site-based programming. About 0% of health educator openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with the remote segment mostly covering program planning, curriculum development, grant writing, and health communications roles rather than direct community-facing positions.
How can I get hired as a health educator in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a practicum-linked role or a community health worker position at a county public health department, where Texas health authority districts such as those under the Texas Department of State Health Services regularly hire program assistants and outreach coordinators with limited formal experience. Lateral moves from patient navigator, case management aide, or health unit coordinator roles at large Texas hospital systems also open the door. Completing the CHES exam early, even before your first professional role, signals readiness and gives you a concrete edge over other entry-level candidates.
Where can I find and apply to health educator jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to health educator jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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