NC State Extension Forestry ยท 1 month ago
Extension EFNEP Program Assistant (Adult)
Forsyth, MO
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$33K/yr - $33K/yrNC State Extension is dedicated to extending research-based knowledge to all North Carolinians, aiming to improve lives and communities. The Extension EFNEP Program Assistant (Adult) will deliver nutrition education to enrolled participants, recruit and engage volunteers, and collaborate with local agencies to enhance program outreach.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Recruit and enroll adults
Make regular teaching visits to enrollees either in the home or in group settings
Teach basic principles of nutrition and food preparation skills
Submit required program records as requested
Market the program within the assigned area
Recruit volunteers from within the community involving them in leadership roles
Collaborate with local Cooperative Extension staff and agencies
Assist with securing program resources
Conduct nutrition education to limited resource adults and youth in group settings
Travel within the county, district, and state using a personal vehicle
Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the role of NCCE as an educational agency
Recruit limited resource families with young children who meet the federal eligibility guidelines for participation in EFNEP
Instruct eligible families in nutrition education using approved curricula and teaching methods
Conduct food demonstrations to adult populations
Facilitate the collection of required data and submits reports to RNEA, EFNEP State office and CED
Maintain confidentiality of program information
Coordinate with collaborating agencies to extend program outreach to eligible families
Establish and maintain partnerships with agencies and organizations serving EFNEP audiences
Participate in lifelong learning and professional development by participating in trainings and other opportunities as designated by the RNEA, County Extension Director, District Extension Director and/or State EFNEP office
Attend and participate in required EFNEP meetings and trainings within the county and outside of the county
Enhance program visibility by communicating program impacts to local stakeholders and potential participants
Promote educational opportunities beyond EFNEP within Cooperative Extension and partnering agencies to program participants
Recruit, train, and utilize volunteers to assist in program marketing, data collection, and program delivery
Meet established programmatic standards for performance and impact
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to communicate and teach effectively
Ability to organize, collect data, and meet deadlines
Ability to build partnerships and engage the community
Valid Driver's License and reliable, personal transportation required and must be maintained
A valid North Carolina driver's license is required within 60 days of hire
Preferred
Bilingual-fluent in English and Spanish, written and verbal
Knowledge of the community and social service programs for limited-resource families
Experience teaching and/or working with limited-resource adults
Nutrition education experience
Benefits
Paid time off
Paid tuition
Health Insurance
Flexible Scheduling
Retirement Savings
Supplemental Benefits Programs
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Company
NC State Extension Forestry
Our mission is to enable North Carolinians to make informed decisions concerning the management, enhancement, and enjoyment of their forest and other natural resources through sound, research-based information and education.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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