Family Nutrition Program Assistant, Adult - City Newport News
Company: Virginia Tech
Location: Newport News
Posted on: January 23, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Description
The Virginia Cooperative Extension Family Nutrition Program
Assistant (Adult) assists caregivers of young children and other
limited-resource participants who meet federal eligibility
guidelines to eat healthier meals and snacks and obtain the best
nutrition at the lowest food cost. In collaboration with many
organizations, the Virginia Family Nutrition Program aims to help
reduce the risk of nutrition insecurity by working with families to
gain practical skills that result in changed behaviors to shop
smart, eat smart, and move more.
The individual in this position will recruit, enroll, and teach
adult participants individually or in group settings (in-person, by
phone, or using video-conferencing) about basic principles of food
resource management, food preparation, nutrition, and physical
activity. This position involved collaborating with local agencies
and organizations that work with limited-resource families,
marketing the program, and collecting evaluation records for all
programs.
The Family Nutrition Program Assistant (Adult) is an employee and
representative of Virginia Cooperative Extension and works under
the supervision of an Area Coordinator. The person in this position
is expected to travel to provide in-person programs and build
community partnerships.
Renewal of the position is contingent on the availability of
funds.
Required Qualifications
* High school graduation or G.E.D.
* Excellent written, verbal, and listening skills
* Experience communicating information, skills, or teaching
others
* Experience working directly with people from diverse racial,
ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds, especially
individuals living in poverty or with limited resources
* Appreciation for diversity, equity, and inclusion, and the
ability to relate to others with respect and dignity
* Evidence of being a self-starter, with drive and initiative.
* Ability to assume responsibility and work independently in an
organized and manner, without close supervision. Document efforts
and seek guidance as needed.
* Experience maintaining accurate, legible records.
* Bilingual in English and Spanish (depending on location).
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience working with: community resources of the position and
potential clients; or knowledge of the community and social service
programs for limited-resource families.
* Personal or work-related experience with federal nutrition
assistance programs (WIC, SNAP, Commodity Foods, National School
Breakfast, and Lunch Programs).
* Bilingual in English and Spanish (depending on location).
Pay Band
3
Appointment Type
Restricted
Salary Information
$35,438 - 46,491
Close Date
January 23, 2023
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal
conviction check.
Must have a driver's license check.
Must have an acceptable and safe driving record.
Expected to travel regularly within the locality to provide
in-person programs and build partnerships and occasionally travel
within the state and overnight for training purposes. Valid
Driver's License and reliable, personal transportation required.
Transportation must be maintained while employed. The vehicle must
be compatible with transporting teaching materials. Computer
literacy including Word, Excel, e-mail, and video-conferencing.
Ability to lift and carry educational materials and cooking/food
supplies to program sites (up to 20 lbs.).
This position is not eligible for telework.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech
pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on,
transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and
problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that
enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world,
Virginia Tech is an dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and
creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse
enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and
professional students in eight , a , a college, , and . The
university has a significant presence across Virginia, including
the in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus
in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous and .
A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more
than $500 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or
applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including
pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic
information, national origin, political affiliation, race,
religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise
discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about,
discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of
other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by
law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an
accommodation, please contact Shevonne Newby at during regular
business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
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