Outreach Associate (Contractor)

Please Note: This is a contractor position, not a full-time employee role. This is NOT a remote/work-from-home position—you'll be working in laundromats, engaging face-to-face with families. Weekend availability is required!

Outreach Associate (Contractor)
Location: Chicago
Compensation: $20-$22 hourly
Type: 1099 Independent Contractor

About Fabric Health
Founded in 2021, Fabric Health is transforming how families access healthcare and public benefits — by meeting them in laundromats. Millions of families spend hours each week waiting for laundry to finish. We use that time to build trust, answer questions, and connect people with the health coverage and support they deserve.

Our work has been featured in Fast Company , Forbes , and The Washington Post , because it’s simple - we love the work we do. We meet families where they are and help them take care of themselves and their families. 

About the Role
As an Outreach Associate, you’ll be the friendly face families trust, working in Chicago laundromats to start conversations, answer questions, and help them apply for critical public benefits like Medicaid and SNAP. You’ll use your people skills to build real relationships and have a direct impact in your community.

This role operates on a flexible shift model. Work is available Friday through Monday, with up to 32 hours per week.

What You’ll Do

• Connect with Families: Start warm, friendly conversations and build trust in laundromat settings.
• Educate and Assist: Explain public benefit programs, screen for eligibility, and help families with applications in a clear, respectful way.
• Build Community Trust: Be a reliable presence that makes healthcare and resources feel accessible for everyone.

Who You Are

• Mission driven: You care about our mission of helping busy families improve their health and well-being: You love connecting with others and want to be a part of this work
• Empathetic & respectful: You’re a strong communicator who connects with families from all walks of life
• Independent & Reliable: You’re comfortable working on your own, managing your own time, and following through on deliverables.
• Adaptable: You’re at ease working in different locations and adjusting to new situations.
• Tech-Friendly: You’re comfortable using apps and digital tools.
• You could be: A student or have another full time or part time job but want to earn a paycheck doing meaningful work

Must-Haves

• Willingness to work in-person in laundromats (no laundry required)
• Reliable transportation to and between laundromat locations
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
• Must work at least 3 shifts per week (16 hours minimum), Friday–Monday only
• Weekend availability is required
• Background checks are conducted as part of the hiring process and/or at any time during contracting.

Nice-to-Haves

• Bilingual (especially in Spanish)
• Familiarity with public benefits or social service programs 

Contractor Terms
Type: 1099 Independent Contractor
Hourly Rate: $20-22/hour based on experience
Schedule: Contractors choose shifts from available in our system (Friday–Monday only)
Minimum Commitment: 16 hours per week

Ready to make a difference in your community? Apply now to become a Fabric Health Outreach Associate contractor. We can’t wait to meet you.