Nutrition Education Program Associate

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

Job summary

University of Missouri seeks an Educational Program Associate III to deliver nutrition and health education across Greene and Lawrence counties. The role collaborates with Regional Extension specialists and presents to diverse audiences, including school districts, with evening and weekend availability.

The position requires an associate degree and possible related experience, with travel across Missouri and a strong focus on community health and outreach.

Qualifications

• An associate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience with at least 6 months of related work.
• Preferred: sixty hours of college credit with focus in Nutrition, Education, Public Health, or related fields.
• Community Health Worker Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide educational programs to youth and adults using approved curricula.
• Select activities for audiences from the approved curriculum.
• Collaborate with Extension specialists and community agencies on educational opportunities and PSE initiatives.
• Serve on local school wellness committees as needed.
• Submit reporting and evaluation in a timely fashion.
• Assist individuals in completing SNAP applications.
• Travel and work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Sixty hours college credit

Community Health Worker Certification

Job description

University of Missouri seeks an Educational Program Associate III to deliver nutrition and health education across Greene and Lawrence counties. The role collaborates with Regional Extension specialists and presents to diverse audiences, including school districts, with evening and weekend availability.

The position requires an associate degree and possible related experience, with travel across Missouri and a strong focus on community health and outreach.