Nutrition Education Outreach Specialist

University of Missouri - Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

University benefits

Job summary

The University of Missouri Office of Extension and Engagement – Health and Human Sciences Department seeks an Educational Program Associate III to teach nutrition, health, physical activity, food resource management, food safety and food security concepts across Missouri. The role partners with a Regional Specialist to reach audiences that meet program criteria.

Qualifications include an Associate degree or equivalent, with 6 months of related experience; a Community Health Worker Certification

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 6 months of experience or the ability to acquire comparable knowledge.
• Preferred qualifications include study areas in Nutrition, Education, Public Health or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Provide educational programs to youth and adults.
• Utilize approved curricula.
• Select appropriate activities for specific audience from the approved curriculum.
• Collaborate with Regional Extension specialists and community agencies to develop educational opportunities and implement PSE initiatives.
• Serve on local school wellness committees, as needed.
• Submit reporting and evaluation in a timely fashion.
• Assist individuals in completing SNAP applications.
• Ability to travel and to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends is required to fulfill assigned responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Nutrition knowledge

Education

Public health awareness

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Community Health Worker Certification

Job description

The University of Missouri Office of Extension and Engagement – Health and Human Sciences Department seeks an Educational Program Associate III to teach nutrition, health, physical activity, food resource management, food safety and food security concepts across Missouri. The role partners with a Regional Specialist to reach audiences that meet program criteria.

Qualifications include an Associate degree or equivalent, with 6 months of related experience; a Community Health Worker Certification