Health Educator Jobs in Texas
Health Educator jobs in Texas are concentrated in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin, where large health systems, insurers, and public agencies drive consistent demand for professionals who design and deliver community wellness, chronic disease prevention, and workplace health programs. Major employers with a lasting Texas presence include Baylor Scott & White Health, UTHealth Houston, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. Openings range from entry-level community health roles to senior program managers and public health specialists. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Job Title
Health EducatorAgency
Texas A&M University Health Science CenterDepartment
Psychiatry and Behavioral ScienceProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Bryan, TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who we are
As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.
What we want
The Health Educator, under general supervision, implements evidence-based health strategies (YAM Youth Aware of Mental Health), policies, programs, and services for students’ 8th grade to 12th grade with school districts, communities and providers across our region in face-to-face environments. Provides health training and guidance. Performs outreach functions on and off campus and supervises student staff, interns, and/or peer educators. Training is provided.
This is a state and federally funded position sponsored by the Texas Child Mental Health Care Consortium (TCMHCC). TCMHCC was created by the 86th Texas Legislature to leverage the expertise and capacity of the health-related institutions of higher education to address urgent mental health challenges and improve the mental health care system in this state in relation to children, adolescents, and perinatal women. Texas A&M University is a Health Related Institution (HRI) for the TCMHCC.
What you need to know
Please Note:
- This position requires that the employee be available for after hour events.
- The employee is expected to attend and conduct trainings at various locations off-site and pass additional background screening, including FBI fingerprinting for school partnerships.
- A flexible working arrangement agreement will be required upon offer.
- This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.
Responsibilities:
Program Development, Implementation, and Evaluation
- Develops strategic plans, goals, and measurable objectives for health promotion programs and services.
- Implements training and education program specific to the YAM program.
- Works with school counselors and teachers to provide health educational activities in partnership with the school district across our HRI. Assemble back up material for technical issues.
Collaboration and Resource Management
- Maintains collaborative relationships with campus faculty, staff, and community partners.
- Serves as a campus resource for timely, current, and relevant health information. Assemble appropriate resources for school district.
Training and Supervision
- Works with a team of health educators to hire, train, new health educators Attends trainings and refreshers provided by the state for YAM.
Documentation and Reporting
- Collects training data necessary for project reporting.
- Maintains training records.
- Prepares and reviews education materials for the assigned project. Attends consultation calls with state for project reporting.
Outreach
- Provide Outreach for schools not enrolled in YAM.
- Attend on-site meetings, trainings, webinars.
- Create resources and sticker books for program delivery.
- Maintain program schedule delivery. Work with school counselors and school administrators to ensure student safety and program fidelity.
Qualifications:
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Health Education, Public Health, Health Promotion, or applicable field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Two years of related experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in applicable field in Counseling and Guidance, Social Work, Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or other specialty related to job function Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the State of Texas, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
- Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
- Knowledge of responsibilities and competencies of health education.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to critically review health-related professional literature relevant to college Ability to do presentations, workshop trainings, individual behavior change sessions, and small group discussions and facilitations.
Why Texas A&M University?
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
- 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
- Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
- Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
- Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
- Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
- Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Instructions to Applicants : Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Job Title
Health EducatorAgency
Texas A&M University Health Science CenterDepartment
Psychiatry and Behavioral ScienceProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Bryan, TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who we are
As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.
What we want
The Health Educator, under general supervision, implements evidence-based health strategies (YAM Youth Aware of Mental Health), policies, programs, and services for students’ 8th grade to 12th grade with school districts, communities and providers across our region in face-to-face environments. Provides health training and guidance. Performs outreach functions on and off campus and supervises student staff, interns, and/or peer educators. Training is provided.
This is a state and federally funded position sponsored by the Texas Child Mental Health Care Consortium (TCMHCC). TCMHCC was created by the 86th Texas Legislature to leverage the expertise and capacity of the health-related institutions of higher education to address urgent mental health challenges and improve the mental health care system in this state in relation to children, adolescents, and perinatal women. Texas A&M University is a Health Related Institution (HRI) for the TCMHCC.
What you need to know
Please Note:
- This position requires that the employee be available for after hour events.
- The employee is expected to attend and conduct trainings at various locations off-site and pass additional background screening, including FBI fingerprinting for school partnerships.
- A flexible working arrangement agreement will be required upon offer.
- This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.
Responsibilities:
Program Development, Implementation, and Evaluation
- Develops strategic plans, goals, and measurable objectives for health promotion programs and services.
- Implements training and education program specific to the YAM program.
- Works with school counselors and teachers to provide health educational activities in partnership with the school district across our HRI. Assemble back up material for technical issues.
Collaboration and Resource Management
- Maintains collaborative relationships with campus faculty, staff, and community partners.
- Serves as a campus resource for timely, current, and relevant health information. Assemble appropriate resources for school district.
Training and Supervision
- Works with a team of health educators to hire, train, new health educators Attends trainings and refreshers provided by the state for YAM.
Documentation and Reporting
- Collects training data necessary for project reporting.
- Maintains training records.
- Prepares and reviews education materials for the assigned project. Attends consultation calls with state for project reporting.
Outreach
- Provide Outreach for schools not enrolled in YAM.
- Attend on-site meetings, trainings, webinars.
- Create resources and sticker books for program delivery.
- Maintain program schedule delivery. Work with school counselors and school administrators to ensure student safety and program fidelity.
Qualifications:
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Health Education, Public Health, Health Promotion, or applicable field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Two years of related experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in applicable field in Counseling and Guidance, Social Work, Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or other specialty related to job function Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the State of Texas, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
- Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
- Knowledge of responsibilities and competencies of health education.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to critically review health-related professional literature relevant to college Ability to do presentations, workshop trainings, individual behavior change sessions, and small group discussions and facilitations.
Why Texas A&M University?
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
- 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
- Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
- Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
- Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
- Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
- Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Instructions to Applicants : Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in health educator jobs across Texas.
- Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) credential recognized by Texas employers
- Bachelor's or master's degree in health education, public health, or a related field
- Experience developing and facilitating community health education programs and workshops
- Proficiency in health needs assessment, program planning, and outcome evaluation
- Ability to communicate clearly with diverse patient and community populations in writing and in person
- Familiarity with electronic health records and data reporting tools used in clinical or public health settings
Health Educator Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a health educator in Texas?
Most Texas employers expect at minimum a bachelor's degree in health education, public health, kinesiology, or a closely related field, with a master's degree preferred for program management or public agency roles. Texas does not issue a separate state license for health educators, but the national Certified Health Education Specialist credential is widely required or strongly preferred by Texas hospitals, county health departments, and insurers. Earning CHES certification demonstrates competency and meets most posted requirements across the state.
Which companies hire health educators in Texas?
Companies currently hiring health educators in Texas include Parkland Health, Harris County, and JPS Health Network, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's size and the concentration of large integrated health systems, academic medical centers, and county public health departments across the state create consistent demand throughout the year.
Which Texas cities have the most health educator jobs?
Houston, Dallas, and Bryan have the most health educator openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its concentration of large hospital systems, academic medical centers, and a large uninsured population that drives county and nonprofit community health programming, while Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin generate openings through major health plan headquarters, fast-growing health system campuses, and university-affiliated public health programs.
Are there remote health educator jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since a meaningful share of health educator work involves in-person community outreach, group facilitation, and clinical site coordination. About 0% of health educator openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which reflects a segment of the market. Roles most likely to offer remote flexibility are those focused on curriculum development, e-learning content, corporate wellness program management, and health coaching delivered by phone or video.
How can I get hired as a health educator in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a community health worker or health promotion assistant role at a Texas county health department or federally qualified health center, where the bar for prior experience is lower and on-the-job training is standard. Large systems like Baylor Scott & White Health and UTHealth Houston periodically hire new graduates into coordinator roles supporting established programs. Completing a Texas-based internship or practicum through an accredited public health program, obtaining your CHES credential before or shortly after graduation, and gaining volunteer experience with a county health department all give candidates a concrete advantage.
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 across health systems, public agencies, insurers, and nonprofits. Search the listings to see roles that match your experience level and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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