Digital Programs & Communications Specialist

Are you interested in serving your community and empowering the next generation of healthy leaders? HealthCorps and our mission to improve the lives of youth both mentally and physically provides you the opportunity to do just that.  

Who We Are  

We’re HealthCorps – a national non-profit organization committed to improving lives by addressing health inequities in communities through programming that includes innovative and engaging experiences for teens in education, leadership, and service learning. We empower teens by encouraging them to become change agents within their families, schools, and neighborhoods. Our program is grounded in the understanding that limited access to health education can lead to a lifetime of social, emotional, and physical challenges.  

Our values drive the work we do here at HealthCorps; we’re mission-obsessed, have an entrepreneurial mindset, value that our people are our power, know that teamwork makes the dream work, and believe that there is empowerment in diversity, both within our teams as well as the communities we serve.  

Where You Fit In  

We’re looking for a creative and engaging communication champion who is savvy with social media, web design, and marketing, to implement our teen health and wellness programs digitally. As the Digital Programs Specialist, you’ll influence teens to make healthier choices and empower them to lead health initiatives in their communities by providing inspiration, education, and turn-key resources in digital spaces: social media, our online health hub, and virtual meeting rooms. This is for you if you enjoy using digital media to share ideas, promote health, and cultivate a sense of community no matter the (physical) distance. You will embrace teen trends, love putting your host hat on, and believe that details matter to the user experience. 

As a Digital Program Coordinator, you’ll work alongside the Curriculum Development Team to expand HealthCorps’ impact, drive user engagement and program offering visibility, and foster community-building spaces for our national network of teen change-makers. You will use health communication and education methods and review available analytics to tailor the HealthCorps curriculum content for digital learning atmospheres (social media, website, virtual meetings).  You will engage in trending health conversations that are both timely and relevant for our growing network of users.  You will cultivate collaborations, facilitate peer-to-peer sharing, and amplify the voices and experiences of teen change-makers through national teen engagement initiatives like the National TMHH Advisory Board. You will host unique virtual events that provide skill-building, networking, and idea-sharing opportunities for teens. You will work collaboratively with our team of health educators and technical experts to provide students and implementation partners with an easy-to-navigate hub website, that provides access and communication around our resources and events.  You will create and design original written and visual content that resonates with teens, ensuring all materials align with our branding and language guidelines. You will produce captivating articles, infographics, videos, curriculum material, and social media posts that promote health and wellness topics, making complex information accessible and appealing to our teen audience.  

*In order to apply, Candidates MUST have a cover letter or portfolio of work link (e.g. showcasing websites created/maintained, marketing content)*

Responsibilities: 

• Create Engaging Content.  

• Create and format curriculum and expert-advisor resources for use on HealthCorps’ teen-facing social media and website platforms. 

• Content and related communications will support knowledge and skill development, positive social norms, and improved perceptions around targeted health and leadership behaviors.  

• Content will utilize current trends and persuasive communication cues, be tailored toward a teen-centered brand identity, be aligned with HealthCorps’ mission and values, and be presented in mixed formats (graphics, video, interviews, and presentations). 

• Host Virtual Health-Promoting Events.  

• Plan and execute impactful virtual events that support the personal and professional growth of teens nationwide. Events should be organized to excite and inspire students to attend and include influential speakers, networking and idea sharing opportunities, and other inspirational and impactful experiences.  

• Advance User Engagement & Experience.  

• Ensure that the look & feel of our digital spaces are inviting, engaging, easy-to-navigate, and up to date. Interact with audiences through inquiry and comment responses, facilitate and share user-generated content, and strategically inform audiences of new programs, resources, and opportunities.  

• Use available analytics and advice from expert partners on an ongoing basis to inform user acquisition and engagement plans.  

• Provide feedback to the Education Team about what our digital teen audiences are talking about, how they are responding to the programs and curriculum, and identify opportunities to further engage them in their personal health journeys and as health leaders.  

• Increase Brand Awareness & Resource Utilization.  

• Seek and actively engage in collaborations with like-minded organizations and individuals.  

• Promote and market digital products to internal HealthCorps staff and external partners.  

• Promote events and featured resources with adequate frequency, duration, and communication formats.  

• Support Curriculum Specialist in Content Management and Development:  

• Format and refine curriculum materials to ensure they are consistent with branding and design standards, and write clear, engaging curriculum instructions that guide educators and students.  

• Develop digital content, such as articles, infographics, and multimedia, that directly supports and enhances the curriculum. 

• Collaborate closely with the Curriculum Specialist to create a cohesive, curriculum-centered learning experience across our platforms, ensuring its accessibility for a diverse audience of students. 

• Manage Workflows.  

• Manage applicable event organization, content creation, and publication processes. Work independently and with collaborators (internal & external) to meet deadlines. 

• Commit to the HealthCorps Mission.  

• You will prioritize health and wellness for yourself and communities who have limited health promoting opportunities and influences. Your spark to serve will leave a lasting, positive impact for teens. 

Requirements

Qualifications + Skillsets: 

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or related fields; 

• 2+ years of relevant experience in communications and digital engagement including for example, social media management, website maintenance, digital content creation; 

• Familiarity with diverse social media tactics and tools; 

• Ability to communicate effectively to both teen and adult audiences. Excellent formal and conversational writing for a broad range of platforms and strong verbal presentation abilities. Can communicate using creative audio and visual media.  

• Intermediate to expert level proficiency with Instagram, TikTok and YouTube applications. [Proficiency in other social media platforms a plus]; 

• Intermediate to expert level proficiency with digital design software, such as Canva or Adobe’s Creative Suite. [Proficiency in video editing and illustration applications a plus]; 

• Intermediate level proficiency in WordPress or other website platforms;  

• Immediate to expert level proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of applications (including Word, PowerPoint and Outlook); 

• Experience or passion in health education and/or youth development is a plus but not required; 

• Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate, collaborate and connect with people with various backgrounds, identities, positions, and experiences; 

• Experience working in and with racially, ethnically and socioeconomically marginalized communities; 

• Commitment to raising one’s cultural consciousness and challenging oppressive practices on an interpersonal and institutional level; 

• Experience balancing multiple tasks and priorities effectively in a fast-changing environment; 

• Maintain a growth mindset, striving to improve professionally and personally;  

• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team, self-starter, organized; 

• Open and willing to implement new and dynamic programs as we strive to improve and expand our impact; 

• Bilingual a plus. 

Benefits

Additional Position Details 

This is a full-time, salaried position and you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package. Yearly compensation for the role depends on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and location.  

You will be a remote employee. Position may require some afternoon or evening hours. Anticipate occasional overnight travel throughout the year. 

Ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other and our communities is core to HealthCorps’ values. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives and are seeking individuals that align with these same core beliefs. We are an equal opportunity employer and aim to provide a sense of belonging for everyone. 

HealthCorps, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HealthCorps provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics, and in compliance with all state and federal law requirements. 

HealthCorps, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

HealthCorps, Inc. reserves the right to conduct background investigations and/or reference checks on all its potential employees. Your job offer is contingent upon a clearance of a background investigation and/or reference check. 

Note: HealthCorps reserves the right to assign additional duties, as needed. All HealthCorps employees are encouraged to be flexible and responsive to changes in scope of duties.