EFNEP Educator (Youth)

Posting Details

Position Information Posting Number PG190672CE Position Number NC-00004145-0824 Position Type NC Cooperative Extension Department Information Job City & State Durham, NC Department Durham County Extension System Information Working Title EFNEP Educator (Youth) Appointment 12 Month Recurring Job Type Full-Time - Permanent FTE Full time

Position Information

Position Overview Essential Job Duties Are you looking for a rewarding career that will let you give back to your community?

NC State Extension extends research-based knowledge to all North Carolinians, helping them transform science into everyday solutions that improve their lives and grow our state.

We are the model of excellence in non-formal, research-based education that advances agriculture, the environment, human health and well-being, youth and communities, while creating prosperity for all North Carolinians.

While our employees are located in NC County offices, they reap the benefits of employment at NC State University. Some of our benefits include :

• Paid time off
• Paid tuition
• Health Insurance
• Flexible Scheduling
• Retirement Savings
• Supplemental Benefits Programs
• WolfPerks!

You Belong Here! At NC State, our goal is for all employees to reach their fullest potential at work. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our () and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

The Extension EFNEP Educator is an employee of NC Cooperative Extension, NC State University. Under the supervision of the County Extension Director with guided assistance from the District EFNEP Extension Associate, the EFNEP Educator delivers nutrition and related subject matter to enrolled participants.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

North Carolina Cooperative Extension gives our residents easy access to the resources and expertise of NC State University and North Carolina A & T State University.

Through educational programs, publications, and events, Cooperative Extension delivers unbiased, research-based information to North Carolina citizens.

For over 50 years, EFNEP has been helping limited-resource youth and families with children learn to eat healthier meals and snacks, make better use of food dollars, and reduce the risk of food-borne illnesses.

In collaboration with many organizations through the Eat Smart, Move More initiative, NC EFNEP aims to help reduce the rising tide of obesity by teaching eligible youth and families practical skills resulting in changed behaviors to eat smart and move more.

Other Work / Responsibilities The individual in this position will recruit and enroll adult and school-aged youth participants into the program, 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, and assist with securing program resources.

The EFNEP Educator receives programmatic guidance from the District EFNEP Regional Nutrition Extension Associate (RNEA) with overall supervision provided by the County Extension Director (CED).

The EFNEP Educator and the RNEA work with the Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, 4-H Agent and the CED to meet the needs of the county.

Under the programmatic guidance of the RNEA, the EFNEP Educator conducts nutrition education to limited resource adults and youth in group settings.

While performing this role the EFNEP Educator :

• Travels within county, district, and state using a personal vehicle. Personal vehicle is required. Travel reimbursement is provided.
• Develops and maintains a comprehensive understanding of the role of NCCE as an educational agency.
• Recruits limited resource school-aged youth and families with young children who meet the federal eligibility guidelines for participation in EFNEP.
• Instructs eligible youth and families in nutrition education using approved curricula and teaching methods.
• Conduct food demonstrations for adult and youth groups.
• Facilitates the collection of required data and submits reports to RNEA, EFNEP State office and CED.
• Maintains confidentiality of program information.
• Coordinates with collaborating agencies to extend program outreach to eligible families.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with agencies and organizations serving EFNEP audiences.
• Participates in lifelong learning and professional development by participating in training and other opportunities as designated by the RNEA, County Extension Director, District Extension Director and / or State EFNEP office.

A few may require overnight travel.

• Attends and participates in required EFNEP meetings and trainings within the county and outside of the county, a few may be overnight travel.
• Enhances program visibility by communicating program impacts to local stakeholders and potential participants.
• Promotes educational opportunities beyond EFNEP within Cooperative Extension and partnering agencies to program participants.
• Recruits, trains, and utilizes volunteers to assist in program marketing, data collection, and program delivery.
• Meets established programmatic standards for performance and impact.
• Other duties as assigned. Travel within the county, district, and state are required.

Supervisory Number of Permanent Employees this Position Supervises 0 Percent of Time Spent 0% Requirements and Preferences Identify if the Position is Mandatory / Essential / Key Not Applicable Work Schedule 8 : 30am - 5 : 00pm, occasional evenings and weekends as requred.

Minimum Experience / Education The minimum requirement for employment with the North Carolina Cooperative Extension (NCCE) is a high-school diploma or equivalent.

Department Required Skills N / A Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education Knowledge of the community and social service programs for limited-resource families;

Experience teaching and / or working with limited-resource adults; and / or nutritioneducation experience preferred. Bilingual-fluent in English and Spanish-written and verbal is preferred.

Required License or Certification Valid Driver’s License and reliable, personal transportation required and must be maintained.

Valid North Carolina driver’s license is required within 60 days of hire. Valid NC Driver's License required? Yes Commercial Driver's License Required?

No Physical Required? No List any other medical / drug tests required

Recruitment

Recruitment Details Anticipated Hiring Range $39,348 Internal Transfer Only No Recruitment Dates Job Open Date 08 / 08 / 2024