Education and Outreach Specialist

***FOR NEW HANOVER COUNTY RESIDENTS ONLY***

At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH), our mission is grounded in empowering individuals and building stronger communities. We are excited to announce a new opportunity for a compassionate and dedicated Education and Outreach Specialist to join our multidisciplinary One Community team in the Southern Region of the Trillium service area.

This role is more than just a job — it’s a chance to make a meaningful impact by increasing access to care, improving health literacy, and promoting wellness through community education and engagement. As part of a collaborative, community-focused initiative, you’ll help connect individuals to vital resources while advancing our shared goal of helping people reach their full potential.

Your Role in Our Mission

The Education and Outreach Specialist serves as a bridge between community members and providers through outreach and education across the southern Trillium counties on the East coast of North Carolina. The Education and Outreach Specialist provides support to the team by attending community events that may include evenings, weekends and holidays. Flexibility is essential to accommodate community events outside of standard business hours. This is a community-based position and candidates must reside in New Hanover County. You must be willing to travel within all regional counties (including Craven, Jones, Carteret, Sampson, Duplin, Onslow, Pender, New Hanover, Brunswick, Columbus, Bladen, Robeson, Hoke, and Scotland.

Management preference:  Experience with the unhomed population and/or community-based experience.

Why Join Us? 

Being part of our team means we value and encourage your personal growth and development.  You’ll earn an hourly rate of $18; we offer competitive benefits to benefits eligible positions.

Our benefits include:

• Time Off: PTO to recharge and relax.


• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus an optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA).


• Mileage: Mileage reimbursement in addition to your hourly pay


• Financial Security: Life and disability insurance, along with a 403(b)-retirement plan.


• Loan Relief: Public Student Loan Forgiveness qualifier


• Support Services: Access to our Employee Assistance Program and legal services when you need them.

What We’re Looking For

To join our team as the Education and Outreach Specialist you must have working relationships with community referrals, the ability to manage multiple projects, and have great attention to detail. We also require the following:

• High School diploma or GED required


• Maintain valid NC driver’s license and auto insurance for personal and agency vehicles utilized for work

Ready to Apply? 

Join a team where work isn’t just something you do — it’s a purpose. Bring your expertise to a mission that matters. Apply now at www.eastersealsPORT.com or send your resume to [email protected]. 

**Voted Raleigh’s Best Nonprofit Organization and Raleigh’s Best Mental Health Services two years in a row!**

 About Easterseals PORT Health  

Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy and compassionate partner, providing exceptional services in disability, mental health, and substance use to help our neighbors live their best lives. Purpose, dedication, and empathy drive our in-person and telehealth service delivery. Our 2,600-member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40,200 kids, adults, and families in 11,000 home, facility, and community locations across North Carolina and Virginia.  

Easterseals PORT Health is an Inclusive Culture, Different Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning and Growing (IDEAL) organization.   

Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!