Nutrition Educator

POSITION TITLE: Nutrition Educator

REPORTS TO: Senior Director, Nutrition Services

SUPERVISES:

FLSA STATUS: Full-time/Exempt

DATE: March 2024

MISSION FOCUS: Second Harvest’s mission is to work with communities and partners to increase food security and create pathways that build a stronger and healthier Northwest North Carolina.

JOB SUMMARY: Provide nutrition education to those seeking food assistance in primarily community-based settings, as well as remotely in Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina’s Central Region supported by SNAP-Ed. SNAP-Ed is the nutrition education and obesity prevention component of the SNAP Benefits program, formerly known as Food Stamps.

o Provide nutrition education to those seeking food assistance such as youth, adults, and families in community-based settings, throughout Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina’s service area, supported by SNAP-Ed.

• Support and build relationships with partner agencies across Second Harvest Food Bank’s service area to facilitate a collaborative approach in serving participants to increase healthy eating and physical activity.

o Organize and deliver community-based nutrition education programs, including recipe demonstrations and hands-on cooking courses such as Cooking Matters®, Leah’s Pantry Food Smarts, and Stay Strong Stay Healthy (SSSH). Facilitate outreach opportunities within Second Harvest Food Bank’s service area to engage and educate diverse audiences.

o Deliver engaging and interactive presentations that promote healthy eating, food resource management, cooking skills, meal preparation, and food safety, using innovative and accessible teaching methods.

o Facilitate virtual nutrition education sessions, including creating recipe demonstration videos, developing online content, and leading interactive workshops.

o Coordinate and manage all aspects of nutrition education programs, such as preparing course materials and equipment, selecting recipes, planning lessons and activities, recruiting participants, organizing in-class and take-home materials, and assigning roles to volunteers.

o Ensure the accurate collection and entry of program data, including pre- and post-course surveys and end-of-course evaluations. Maintain adherence to evaluation protocols to support effective program assessment and improvement.

• Extensive travel throughout the SHFB’s service area is required. NE must have reliable transportation and will be reimbursed mileage at the current federal rate.
• Attend all required meetings, including departmental staff meetings, monthly full staff meetings, regional SNAP-Ed conferences, and any additional meetings necessary to support program goals and organizational initiatives.

o Bachelor’s degree in nutrition science, public health, or related field.

o 1-3 years of nutrition education or community health experience.

o Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and relationship building skills.

o Excellent time management skills to prioritize work and maintain flexible schedules.

o Ability to prepare and deliver lessons to diverse groups of people ranging in different ages, abilities, and socio-economic backgrounds.

o Must have an interest in poverty, hunger, and non-profit work.

o Ability to adapt to different teaching environments (i.e. online and in-person settings and/or classrooms, mobile unit events, faith-based organizations, schools, farmers markets, community centers, etc.)

o Demonstrated ability to communicate orally clearly, concisely, and effectively, in writing and by telephone.

o Demonstrated ability to use technology (computer, tablets, and relevant software programs) to accurately input data, establish and maintain records and reports.

o Must always maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.

o Previous experience teaching nutrition to adults and youth.

o Previous experience working in low-income communities.

• Be able to lift and carry a minimum of 25 pounds, with or without accommodation, including nutrition education equipment for conducting food demonstrations and cooking classes, education materials, and handouts for participants.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43,000.00 - $44,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $43,000 - $44,000