Community Health Program Coordinator

Career Guide

A Community Health Program Coordinator plans, runs, and improves health programs that serve local communities. They connect residents with services, coordinate partners, track outcomes, and help ensure programs are accessible, culturally appropriate, and delivered on time.

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Key Responsibilities

Coordinate program activities, timelines, and day to day operations
Build relationships with community partners and service providers
Support outreach events and resident engagement
Help develop program materials and participant communications
Track participation, services delivered, and key results
Collect feedback from participants and stakeholders
Support grant requirements, reporting, and documentation
Manage referrals and follow up for participants when needed
Coordinate training for volunteers and frontline staff
Identify barriers to access and recommend improvements

Top Skills for Success

Program Planning

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Community Outreach

Health Education

Cultural Humility

Participant Engagement

Data Collection

Data Reporting

Quality Improvement

Grant Writing

Budget Tracking

Facilitation

Conflict Resolution

Clear Writing

Career Progression

Can Lead To

Senior Community Health Program Coordinator

Community Health Program Manager

Public Health Program Manager

Community Engagement Manager

Clinical Program Coordinator

Transition Opportunities

Epidemiology Program Support Specialist

Health Policy Analyst

Population Health Specialist

Nonprofit Operations Manager

Grant Manager

Common Skill Gaps

Often Missing Skills

Outcome MeasurementSurvey DesignData VisualizationBudget ManagementProcess DocumentationVendor ManagementContract ManagementTrauma Informed Practice

Development SuggestionsBuild a simple measurement plan for one program, learn basic reporting and charts, practice creating clear workflows, and ask to co own a small budget line or vendor relationship to gain hands on experience.

Salary & Demand

Median Salary Range

Entry LevelUS$45,000 to US$58,000

Mid LevelUS$58,000 to US$75,000

Senior LevelUS$75,000 to US$95,000

Growth Trend

Steady demand, driven by public health funding, chronic disease prevention efforts, and expanded community based services. Hiring varies by region and grant cycles.

Companies Hiring

Major Employers

County and City Health DepartmentsCommunity Health CentersHospital SystemsFederally Qualified Health CentersNonprofit Public Health OrganizationsUniversities and Medical SchoolsHealth FoundationsManaged Care Organizations

Industry Sectors

Public HealthHealthcare ProvidersNonprofit OrganizationsGovernmentHigher EducationHealth InsuranceSocial Services

Recommended Next Steps

Select one program area to specialize in, such as maternal health, chronic disease, behavioral health, or vaccination

Create a portfolio with one sample outreach plan, one event plan, and one monthly results report

Strengthen data skills by learning spreadsheet reporting and basic dashboard building

Pursue relevant training such as community health worker fundamentals, health education basics, and quality improvement methods

Join local public health coalitions and attend partner meetings to expand your network

Update your resume to highlight measurable outcomes such as reach, participation, and retention