Houston County Extension Nutrition Education Program Assistant

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

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Benefits eligibility

Job summary

The University of Georgia is hiring a Nutrition Education Program Assistant located in Houston County. This role involves organizing and conducting nutrition classes for limited-resource clients. Strong communication skills and the ability to work with diverse groups are essential.

Qualified applicants will have a high school diploma, basic food preparation skills, and experience in educational settings. The position is benefits eligible, requiring flexibility with scheduling and occasional evening or weekend hours.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand for long periods while presenting.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Experience in food safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Organize program lessons and develop shopping lists.
• Schedule and communicate programs using Outlook calendar.
• Conduct food preparation activities and maintain inventory.

Skills

Basic food preparation skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to relate effectively to young people and adults

Ability to lead groups effectively

Skilled in working with limited-resource clients

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Basic household kitchen equipment

Job description

Houston County Extension Nutrition Education Program Assistant

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.

Primary Responsibilities (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 Responsibilities (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.

Tertiary Responsibilities (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.

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

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