Nutrition Educator University of Maryland Extension
- Date Posted May 20, 2019
- Location Derwood, MD
- Category Education
- Job type Full-Time
Responsibilities Include:
- Plan and conduct nutrition education programs for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participants in Baltimore County/City or Montgomery County.
- Collaborate with local food assistance programs to develop and distribute nutrition information.
- Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations to plan, implement, and evaluate programs and seek new partnerships to deliver nutrition education programs, with a focus on multi-level interventions as depicted in the Socio-Ecological Model.
- Use FSNE evaluation instruments to conduct program assessment and report formative, process, and outcome evaluation data.
- Attend FSNE staff development programs and participate in monthly conference calls.
Minimum Qualifications:
Required–
- Bachelor's Degree in nutrition, health education, or a related field.
- Applicants must be self-motivated, flexible, innovative, and resourceful with skills in conducting community-based education programs.
- A valid driver's license and access to an automobile for travel in Baltimore County/City or Montgomery County and to FSNE trainings.
- Successful candidate is required to obtain a clear background check by the State of Maryland and the FBI.
Preferences–
- Master's Degree.
- Experience in community organizing and/or partnering with grassroots communities and schools.
- Experience in writing grants and securing funds for projects.
- Experience working with diverse community stakeholders.
- Experience in conducting nutrition education activities involving food.