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Cornell Cooperative Extension Nutrition Educator - Suffolk County, NY in Suffolk County, New York
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Nutrition Education and Obesity Prevention (SNAP-Ed) Nutrition Educator will primarily be responsible for delivering established SNAP-Ed public education programming to improve healthy food and lifestyle choices among families and individuals of all age groups throughout the Long Island SNAP-Ed Region. This position will also assist with marketing efforts for SNAP-Ed programming in collaboration with other nutrition educators in the SNAP-Ed region. Given the geographic location of this position, many of the constituents will be Spanish-speaking individuals, so bilingual skills are required.
Funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) program is through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and administered by the Federal Food and Nutrition Services (FNS).
Required Qualifications:
Associate degree in Nutrition, Health Education, or Public Health or equivalent. GED/High School Diploma plus one year of transferrable program/functional experience is acceptable.
Experience relevant to the role of the position.
Ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings and weekends.
Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
Ability to transport/move supplies and equipment and climb stairs with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to communicate clearly (speak, read, and write proficiently) in English.
Ability to communicate clearly (speak, read, and write proficiently) in Spanish.
Ability to present effective educational lessons to target audiences and work with diverse audiences of all ages.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Basic computer and word processing skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with the community where the work will take place and ability to utilize program resources within the community.
Familiarity with purchasing and preparing foods.
Familiarity with reviewing and following recipes and ensuring compliance with federal and state guidelines.
Ability to plan and organize personal work responsibilities according to priorities developed with the immediate supervisor.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, and Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and support diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.
POSITION DETAILS:
Salary: $22.00 - $23.00 Per Hour
Dates: 5/15/24-9/30/24
Job Title:
Association Tmp Program
Level:
No Grade - Hourly
Pay Rate Type:
Hourly
Company:
Contact Name:
Nicholas Ng
Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.
Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.
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