Nutrition & Wellness Education Leader

California State University-Sacramento; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Sacramento is seeking a Health Education Specialist - Nutrition to develop, implement, and evaluate nutrition and health education programs for students. The role collaborates with SHCWS, oversees the Teaching Kitchen and cooking demos, and guides student interns within a team-based environment.

The candidate will work with campus partners to promote wellness, design evidence-based education, and support policies that improve student health and academic success.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of health education theories, research, and program assessment.
• Working knowledge of college age student health problems and interventions.
• Ability to develop, implement, and evaluate health education programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate nutrition and health education programs.
• Coordinate Peer Health Educator Program and campus wellness initiatives.
• Oversee Teaching Kitchen and cooking demonstrations.
• Collaborate with SHCWS staff and campus partners to promote student wellness.

Skills

Health education theory

Program planning

Program evaluation

Collaboration with campus departments

Student supervision

Health promotion

Communication skills

Teaching Kitchen oversight

Education

Bachelor’s degree in health education or related field

2 years health education experience or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Medical Records

Audio/Visual equipment

Web-based information systems

Job description

California State University, Sacramento is seeking a Health Education Specialist - Nutrition to develop, implement, and evaluate nutrition and health education programs for students. The role collaborates with SHCWS, oversees the Teaching Kitchen and cooking demos, and guides student interns within a team-based environment.

The candidate will work with campus partners to promote wellness, design evidence-based education, and support policies that improve student health and academic success.