Houston County Extension Nutrition Education Program Assistant

Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior is seeking a dedicated professional based in Athens, Georgia to assist in nutrition education programs for limited-resource clients. Responsibilities include planning and conducting classes, preparing food demonstrations, and ensuring effective communication within diverse groups.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead classes effectively. A commitment to client engagement and flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends is essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand for long periods and communicate effectively.
• Experience in working with limited-resource clients.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Organize and conduct food preparation classes.
• Schedule and prepare materials for educational programs.
• Lead cooking demonstrations and discussions.

Skills

Basic food preparation skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to relate to diverse groups

Effective group leadership

Client engagement skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Kitchen tools (knives, blenders, etc.)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Position Summary

This incumbent is based in Houston County and is responsible for paraprofessional work with County Extension Agents in a Food and Nutrition Education program for limited-resource clients (Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program). Plans, organizes, schedules, and conducts nutrition and food safety classes for limited resource clients. Prepares and conducts food demonstrations for group classes. This employee will exhibit qualities of independent judgment. Work is performed under general supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Ability to learn basic food preparation skills.
• Strong communication skills and experience interacting with diverse groups of people.
• Relate effectively to young people and adults.
• Lead groups effectively including ability to speak clearly and with sufficient volume to be heard without amplification.
• Skilled in working with clients with limited resources.

Physical Demands

• Stand for long periods to effectively present program to attendees.
• Lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Speak effectively to audiences without amplification.
• Effectively use kitchen tools including knives, spoons, blenders, choppers, etc.
• Driving to perform job related duties.

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Primary Duties (85%)

• Effectively organizes time and materials by reviewing program lessons, and efficiently develops shopping lists for necessary ingredients, including coordinating lists of multiple recipes or with other teammates.
• Utilizes Outlook calendar to schedule and communicate programs, county events, and activities. Ensures Calendar is thorough and accurately reflects all activities.
• Complies with county funds policy/practices to purchase food demonstration supplies, including efficient resources management, ensures invoices are properly documented and submitted in a timely manner, and all food supplies are stored safely.
• Submits mileage reimbursement for any shopping/program delivery/training submitted according to policy.
• Effectively conducts food preparation activities to include chopping, mixing, slicing, dicing, and correctly measuring ingredients. Utilizes basic household kitchen equipment including cookware, mixers, knives, and baking equipment. Ensures all program/teaching materials/requirements are prepared and ready for an organized presentation.
• Maintains knowledge of inventory and supplies for demonstrations to minimize waste and/or over-purchasing. Coordinates inventory reconciliation with other team members as appropriate.
• May utilize role as Program Assistant to support relationships with appropriate organizations to offer nutrition education.
• Ensures full knowledge of educational content to effectively and efficiently present lessons as written and with appropriate methodology and ensure food safety in the preparation.
• Leads activities and discussions, and conducts food cooking/demonstrations for an audience of variable sizes.
• Responds effectively and problem solves various challenges associated with space allocation.
• Ensures food safety in the transportation of food supplies and when providing food samples.
• Ensures effective data collection from class participants via forms or other methodologies.
• Conducts activities that are responsive to the needs of the client, including evenings, weekends, and night schedules. Flexible scheduling is needed.

Secondary Duties (10%)

• Attends and completes all Extension training. Completes UGA -mandated training as appropriate.
• Complies with UGA /Extension policy and procedures, including recordkeeping and accurate time recording.
• Completes county-based training as determined by County CEC or immediate supervisor.

Other Duties (5%)

• Uses Microsoft Office Suite and other UGA recordkeeping systems.
• Assists with other events in the County as needed.
• Activities may take place on alternative schedules including weekends and evenings.