SYE Nutrition Education Group Leader

The Salvation Army; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Employer funded Pension Plan

Supplemental insurance plans

Meaningful mission

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking an SYE Nutrition Education Group Leader in the Youth and Family Education department. This seasonal, full-time role runs 6/8/26–8/7/26 and pays $20.00 per hour.

You will plan and lead nutrition lessons for Pre-K to 6th grade using a USDA-based curriculum and create engaging activities that promote healthy eating. Requirements include a High School diploma with 2–3 years in nutrition/public health, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work with diverse

Qualifications

• High School diploma with 2-3 years of education or work-related experience in Nutrition and Dietetics/Public Health or a related field.
• Must possess excellent organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Knowledge of cultural flexibility and competency in working with multi-cultural participants.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate nutritional and dietary instruction for program participants (Pre-K to 6).
• Implement lesson plans based on USDA guidelines and fresh recipes.
• Provide a safe and engaging environment for learning, cooking, and fun.

Skills

Nutrition education

Public health

Organizational skills

Record keeping

Cultural competency

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma with 2-3 years in Nutrition/Public Health

Job description

Overview

Position: SYE Nutrition Education Group Leader

Department: Youth and Family Education

Availability of Position: Immediately

Schedule: Seasonal, Full Time, 6/8/26-8/7/26

Reporting Relationship: Directly: Youth & Family Education Administrator, Indirectly: Youth & Family Education Site Coordinator

Salary/Grade: $20.00 per hour; 76, NE

The Salvation Army is hiring and offers truly excellent benefit package to eligible employees including:

• Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, vacation time and sick time.
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment)
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life
• Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!

Responsibilities

The Nutrition Education (NE) Group Leader will lead and facilitate nutritional and dietary instruction which engage the program participants actively in making healthful dietary decisions. The NE Group Leader will implement lesson plans that present program participants with resources that promote a healthy lifestyle. The NE Group Leader will provide participants with a safe and enjoyable environment in which to learn, prepare meals and have fun. Modeling honest, positive behaviors and practices is absolutely necessary. The NE Group Leader must be able to instruct youth of grades Pre-K to 6 from a prepared curriculum based on USDA guidelines and will be expected to implement new, fresh recipes for participants. This position is full-time, seasonal employment.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• High School diploma with 2-3 years of education or work-related experience in the areas of Nutrition and Dietetics, Public Health and/or a related field.
• Must possess excellent organizational and record keeping skills.
• Knowledge of cultural flexibility, competency in working with multi-cultural participants and experience working with a wide range of ages and group sizes.
• Valide National Sex Offender Registry Clearance
• TB Test
• Health Physical to meet DHS compliance for licensed School Age Centers
• Upon hire, complete 10 hours of Health and Safety Training
• Valid CPR and First Aid Certification within 90 days of hire.
• Valid Driver's License and able to obtain insurance clearances as determined by The Salvation Army's insurance company.
• As a Mandated Reporter, must provide proof of having completed training on recognizing and reporting child abuse meeting the training standards of PA Act 153 of 2014 prior to hire.
• Meets the Child Protection Clearances required by PA Act 153 to include PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check and FBI Criminal Record Check.
• Must have an understanding of and appreciation for the Mission of The Salvation Army

(NOTE: The full job description will be provided to interested candidates who meet minimum requirements as set forth above)

Released by the Divisional Human Resources Department on 3/19/26.

The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church.

Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.

Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Requisition No. 2587