Community Nutrition Educator - Hybrid & Outreach

University of Massachusetts Amherst; Springfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking a Nutrition Aide for the EFNEP Nutrition Education Program in the Springfield office. This role delivers public education to at-risk populations across the Western Region, using approved curricula to teach nutrition, food safety, and budgeting.

Responsibilities include recruiting participants, collecting and managing data, collaborating with local agencies, and ensuring confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED plus two years of relevant work or volunteer experience; or an associate’s degree and one year of relevant work/volunteer experience.
• Competent level of oral communication and presentation skills.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation skills and nutritional needs. Comfortable purchasing and preparing food.
• Possess effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to keep information confidential.
• Ability to work in economically disadvantaged areas and with at-risk populations.
• Ability to establish rapport with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to perform simple numerical computations and maintain records.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English; follow written and oral instructions.
• Experience with computers, including Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, and Zoom; use electronic calendars for scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed participant goals through teaching and recruitment.
• Travel to teach nutrition education in various community settings.
• Present nutrition information at community events.
• Recruit and graduate participants for the Nutrition Education Program.
• Maintain confidentiality of participant data and program records.
• Collaborate with community agencies and partners.

Skills

Oral communication

Confidentiality

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Zoom familiarity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree

Job description

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking a Nutrition Aide for the EFNEP Nutrition Education Program in the Springfield office. This role delivers public education to at-risk populations across the Western Region, using approved curricula to teach nutrition, food safety, and budgeting.

Responsibilities include recruiting participants, collecting and managing data, collaborating with local agencies, and ensuring confidentiality.