Community Health Specialist

Community Health Specialist

Join a Team That’s Redefining the Experience of Aging

At Keswick, we believe in the power of compassion, collaboration, and community. As a not-for-profit aging services organization with over 140 years of expertise, we’ve built a legacy of trust and excellence in caring for older adults in Baltimore. Our mission is simple yet powerful: To improve the experience of aging, together.

When you join Keswick, you become part of an award-winning team that’s nationally recognized for its dedication and impact. We’re proud to be:

Top-ranked as High-Performing for 2024 by U.S. News & World Report, a distinction earned by only 19% of nursing homes nationwide

Named one of Newsweek’s Best Nursing Homes in Maryland for three consecutive years: 2023, 2024, and 2025

Our employees are the heart of our success. Their commitment to excellence and care has made Keswick a standout in the field and we’re looking for passionate individuals to help us continue that tradition.

Why Choose Keswick?

We offer more than just a job, we offer a supportive, mission-driven environment where your work truly matters. Our comprehensive benefits include:

Health, dental, and vision coverage with low deductibles and copays

Free short- and long-term disability insurance

Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance for full-time employees

401(k) with up to 6% employer match

Generous paid time off with vacation cash-out options

Discounted MTA bus passes

24/7 access to Teladoc physicians

Free wellness programs like Zumba and Pilates

Employee Assistance and Recognition Programs

By joining us, you’re becoming part of a community rooted in our core values of Connection, Empathy, Inclusion, and Advocacy, values that guide the way we serve, support one another, and grow as a team.

At Keswick, we believe in building genuine connections with our residents, with their families, and with each other. You’ll be joining a team that collaborates, communicates, and celebrates shared purpose.

We lead with empathy, understanding that compassion strengthens every interaction. Your unique perspective and experiences are essential to creating a place where people feel heard and valued.

Our commitment to inclusion means ensuring that every team member feels welcomed, respected, and empowered to contribute. We recognize that the best care and the best ideas come from diverse voices working together.

And through advocacy, we champion the wellbeing, dignity, and independence of those we serve. Every role at Keswick plays a part in uplifting our mission.

Most importantly, at Keswick we embrace the belief that we are all aging, all the time, together. Whether we are supporting residents, partnering with families, or growing professionally side by side, we honor the journey of aging as a shared human experience.

If you're ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others and be recognized for it, Keswick is the place for you.

About the Role:

This role works closely with community members to improve their well-being and support an individual aging experience. This position is directly responsible for facilitating evidence-based programs, wellness initiatives, and personalized guidance for members and clients. This specialist also assists with outreach activities and supports the development of new and expanded program offerings, in-person, virtually, and at off-site locations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in health science, gerontology, exercise science, or related human services field required.
• Experience as a facilitator/coach/teacher is required.
• Experience delivering programs live and virtually in multiple settings and using different media platforms, preferred.
• Experience facilitating evidence-based programs, preferred.
• Experience delivering group fitness classes or personal training, preferred.
• Available to work some evening and weekend hours as needed.
• Access to reliable transportation for off-site duties assigned.
• Proficient use of computer software (Excel, Word, Outlook, Zoom, etc.)

Responsibilities:

• Deliver evidence-based programs, health and wellness classes, and well-being initiatives (in-person, virtually, and at off-site locations).
• Work individually and in small groups with members to guide their wellness journey using proven health model theories and communication strategies.
• Manage and support the day-to-day operations and programs in response to facilitator needs, room set-up and take-down, technology needs, attendance, and reporting.
• Research and recruit partners to facilitate health promotion programs and initiatives to support each person’s wellness journey.
• Serves as a liaison for off-site programming, supporting Keswick’s relationships with off-site staff, recruitment efforts, local details, coordination, and implementation of programs at off-site locations.
• Deliver and assist programs and initiatives designed to meet the health and social engagement goals for adults within Keswick’s network of clients.
• Raise awareness about Keswick through participation in community outreach events as needed.
• Collaborate with team members to craft and disseminate content to be used for social media, internal and external communications, outreach efforts, partnership initiatives, and related community-based work.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of adult learners and ability to teach and manage groups of individuals of diverse abilities and backgrounds.
• Possess strong facilitation skills.
• Proven, superior organizational and time management skills and the ability to prioritize work in a complex, multi-tasking environment.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines and to work independently as well as in a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically with diverse audiences.