Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program Paraprofessional Position Available In Hampton, South Carolina

Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program Paraprofessional

SCSU 1890

Research and Extension 8 Walnut St E, Hampton, SC 29924

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

High School Graduate or GED with at least 3 years work experience beyond high school or 2-year college or vocational/technical school, preferred.

• 2 years’ work experience in food and nutrition or related areas.
• Ability to be creative and innovative in educational programming.
• Experience and ability in working with small and large groups, schools, etc.
• Public speaking and writing skills required
• Ability to work with local community groups, schools and educators in professional settings.
• A valid Driver’s license.
• Must provide proof of citizenship or permit to work in the United States.
• Able to communicate effectively in English.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES PRESENTING PROGRAMS TO CLIENTS

Conducts nutrition learning education experiences with limited resource families. Conducts food demonstrations and activities for recruitment and teaching at local community agencies and schools. Conducts nutrition education learning experiences with identified audience. Conducts special programs and events in targeted communities and schools as directed. Recruits clients in specified regional area to teach nutrition lessons.

ORGANIZING, RECRUITING & COORDINATING EFFORTS WITH COMMUNITY AGENCIES

Organizes and coordinates plans with community agency or school site to regularly schedule. group teaching sessions and/or special events with the targeted audience. Recruits and organizes individual or group teaching sessions conducted on a regular basis.

ASSESSING CLIENTS’ NEEDS, COLLECTING PROGRAM DATA AND REPORTING

Assesses participants nutritional needs using program tools and makes referrals to appropriate resources in the community. Assists pregnant and parenting moms in developing a family/individual nutrition education program through hands on experiences (including food preparation activities). Identifies and implements nutrition education plan to achieve program goals. Routinely collects, compiles and updates program data, needed for reporting.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations with appropriate documentation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus.

OTHER:

Participates in all required in-service training, with some overnight travel. Identifies, recruits and involves target audience as volunteers in teaching and program support. Ensures the Civil Rights/Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action plan of the South Carolina State University 1890 Extension is followed in assigned program responsibilities and that clientele understand that Extension offers educational programs, assistance and materials to all people without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, or disability.

PERIODIC DUTIES

(duties performed at recurring fixed intervals) Special events in target communities. Newsletter contributions.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Travel within the region may be required. Overnight in-state and out-of-state travel may be required on occasion.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS/SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

This position is federally funded by Section 1444, Agricultural Extension Activities at 1890 Land-Grant Institutions.

QUALIFICATIONS

1.

Required:

High School Graduate or GED with at least 3 years work experience beyond high school or 2-year college or vocational/technical school, preferred. 2. 2 years’ work experience in food and nutrition or related areas. 3. Ability to be creative and innovative in educational programming. 4. Experience and ability in working with small and large groups, schools, etc. 5. Public speaking and writing skills required 6. Ability to work with local community groups, schools and educators in professional settings. 7. A valid Driver’s license. 8. Must provide proof of citizenship or permit to work in the United States. 9. Able to communicate effectively in English South Carolina State University is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment for all staff and applicants, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or disability

Job Types:

Full-time, Temporary Pay:

$27,300.00 – $32,300.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person