Peer Educator Jobs
Peer Educator jobs are open across higher education, public health, nonprofit organizations, and community health centers, from entry-level to senior program roles, with specializations in substance use prevention, sexual health education, and mental wellness outreach. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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WHO WE ARE:
Community Healthcare Network (CHN) is a not-for-profit organization providing more than 65,000 New Yorkers with primary and behavioral healthcare, dental, nutrition, wellness, and needed support services.
Our network is made up of 14 federally qualified health centers throughout Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, and Manhattan, along with a fleet of mobile vans that bring health services to underserved people in need throughout New York City. We provide judgment-free, high-quality healthcare, without regard to race, religion, orientation, gender identity, immigration status or ability to pay. We turn no one away.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Growth and development: Access to various healthcare professionals and benefits to deepen understanding and interest in the various disciplines involved in community health programming.
Supportive Team culture: Be a part of an interdisciplinary environment where your ideas and work are valued and encouraged.
Comprehensive benefits: Including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement plans, employee assistance programming and more.
Responsible for conducting outreach, providing general risk reduction, providing referrals to needed services, distributing HIV/AIDS information and condoms, participating in training and support activities, and utilizing data forms to document and report activities performed.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conducts community outreach and door-to-door outreach in targeted areas identified by the Program Manager to meet grant targets.
- Participates in community health and community fairs as an agency representative.
- Provides referrals of clients to necessary health and support services in the community, including making appointments for clients at CHN clinic sites.
- Facilitates related services for health center patients and CHN staff as appropriate, with respect to their confidentiality and privacy.
- Performs other related duties, as assigned.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
- Identifies community resources and makes contact with such agencies.
- Escorts clients to necessary services, as appropriate.
- Documents clients reached through community outreach and reports this to the Community Health Educator.
- Participates in training, in-services, and support activities for peer educators.
- Distributes HIV/AIDS educational literature and condoms to clients and agencies
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma preferred
- First-hand experience and understanding of issues related to living with HIV/AIDS required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Basic computer proficiency
- Good verbal, analytical, and written communication skills
- Ability to organize and prioritize
- Ability to work as part of a team, with other peers and providers in clinical settings
- Respect for the rights of individuals to make their own decisions about their medical care
- Ability to communicate easily and display a cordial manner towards individuals from a variety of socio-economic, cultural, and religious backgrounds
WHO WE ARE:
Community Healthcare Network (CHN) is a not-for-profit organization providing more than 65,000 New Yorkers with primary and behavioral healthcare, dental, nutrition, wellness, and needed support services.
Our network is made up of 14 federally qualified health centers throughout Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, and Manhattan, along with a fleet of mobile vans that bring health services to underserved people in need throughout New York City. We provide judgment-free, high-quality healthcare, without regard to race, religion, orientation, gender identity, immigration status or ability to pay. We turn no one away.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Growth and development: Access to various healthcare professionals and benefits to deepen understanding and interest in the various disciplines involved in community health programming.
Supportive Team culture: Be a part of an interdisciplinary environment where your ideas and work are valued and encouraged.
Comprehensive benefits: Including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement plans, employee assistance programming and more.
Responsible for conducting outreach, providing general risk reduction, providing referrals to needed services, distributing HIV/AIDS information and condoms, participating in training and support activities, and utilizing data forms to document and report activities performed.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conducts community outreach and door-to-door outreach in targeted areas identified by the Program Manager to meet grant targets.
- Participates in community health and community fairs as an agency representative.
- Provides referrals of clients to necessary health and support services in the community, including making appointments for clients at CHN clinic sites.
- Facilitates related services for health center patients and CHN staff as appropriate, with respect to their confidentiality and privacy.
- Performs other related duties, as assigned.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
- Identifies community resources and makes contact with such agencies.
- Escorts clients to necessary services, as appropriate.
- Documents clients reached through community outreach and reports this to the Community Health Educator.
- Participates in training, in-services, and support activities for peer educators.
- Distributes HIV/AIDS educational literature and condoms to clients and agencies
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma preferred
- First-hand experience and understanding of issues related to living with HIV/AIDS required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Basic computer proficiency
- Good verbal, analytical, and written communication skills
- Ability to organize and prioritize
- Ability to work as part of a team, with other peers and providers in clinical settings
- Respect for the rights of individuals to make their own decisions about their medical care
- Ability to communicate easily and display a cordial manner towards individuals from a variety of socio-economic, cultural, and religious backgrounds
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in peer educator jobs.
- Experience facilitating group workshops, presentations, or community education sessions
- Knowledge of relevant health topics such as sexual health, mental wellness, or substance use prevention
- Ability to communicate effectively with diverse peer populations in educational settings
- Completion of or enrollment in a relevant degree program in public health, social work, or education
- Completion of an approved peer specialist or community health worker certification
- Proficiency with standard office and collaboration tools used to track program participation and reporting
Tips for Your Peer Educator Job Search
Tailor your resume to program outcomes
Peer educator hiring managers want evidence you moved the needle, not just that you showed up. Swap vague duties for concrete program results: workshops facilitated, participants reached, or behavior-change campaigns you helped design and deliver.
Highlight your lived experience strategically
Many peer educator postings explicitly value shared identity or personal experience with the population served. Frame your background as a credential, not a footnote. Place it in your summary and reinforce it in your cover letter with one specific example.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists peer educator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Search by program type, not just title
Job titles vary wildly: health educator, peer specialist, campus wellness advocate, community health worker. Search by the program type you want, such as sexual health, harm reduction, or mental health, to surface postings that use different titles for the same work.
Prepare a scenario answer about a resistant audience
Interviewers for peer educator roles almost always ask how you handle disengaged or hostile participants. Prepare a specific story using the situation-action-result format, showing how you adjusted your approach and what changed as a result.
Ask about supervision and training in your follow-up
After an interview, ask about onboarding structure, ongoing supervision, and whether the organization uses a recognized curriculum. This signals professional seriousness and helps you assess whether the role offers real development or just throws you in without support.
Peer Educator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most peer educators?
The companies hiring the most peer educators right now include Telecare Corporation, Community Healthcare Network, and BORINQUEN HEALTH CARE CENTER, with the largest share of openings in New York, Florida, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Universities, federally qualified health centers, and nonprofit community health organizations consistently account for the bulk of peer educator demand.
How many peer educator jobs are remote?
About 100% of peer educator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the role is predominantly in-person given its community-facing nature. Curriculum development, program coordination, and training facilitation roles are most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements, while direct outreach and campus-based positions almost always require a physical presence.
How do you become a peer educator?
Start by gaining direct experience with the population or topic area you want to work in, whether through volunteer work, campus health programs, or community organizations. Pursue a relevant degree or certification in public health, social work, or a specialized area like peer support. Apply to entry-level or volunteer peer educator positions to build facilitation experience, then move into paid roles as your program and training credentials grow.
Can you get hired as a peer educator with little experience?
Yes, many peer educator roles are specifically designed for candidates early in their careers, particularly in university and nonprofit settings. Employers often prioritize shared lived experience, strong interpersonal skills, and demonstrated commitment to the community over formal credentials. Volunteering with a campus health office or community organization, completing a peer specialist training program, and showing up with a prepared example of facilitation or outreach work can offset a thin resume.
What does the peer educator interview process look like?
Most peer educator interviews include a screening call with HR or a program coordinator, followed by a panel interview with the program team. Expect scenario-based questions about handling difficult group dynamics, working with resistant participants, and navigating sensitive topics. Some organizations ask you to deliver a brief mock workshop or health education activity as part of the process to assess your facilitation style directly.
Where can I find and apply to peer educator jobs?
You can find and apply to peer educator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your background, location, and area of focus, then apply directly to each listing that fits your experience and goals.
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