UF/IFAS Extension Franklin County Office

Quick Link: http://jobs.ufl.edu/postings/56528

Requisition Number: 0906515
Job Title: Extension Program Assistant
Salary: $12-$13/hr. depending on qualifications and experience.
Job Type: Full Time
Work Location: Franklin County, Florida
Local Contact Information: Shelley Swenson or Melanie Taylor
850-926-3931 850-639-3200

To Apply: All applicants must apply online through http://jobs.ufl.edu/postings/56528.

Job Description:
The Family Nutrition Program is a grant funded program by the USDA Food Stamp Program
Nutrition Education to help limited-income families and youth acquire the knowledge, skills,
attitudes, and changed behavior necessary to improve their diets in normal nutrition. Extension
Program Assistants with this grant in Franklin County will teach general nutrition to groups of
low-income families and youth; travel to teaching sites within Franklin County required; collect
demographic and impact data for evaluation; and learn through on-the-job training skills and
information related to teaching nutrition to low-income audiences.

Job Duties:
60% Program Delivery
Participates in on-going recruitment of audience for nutrition education classes for the Food
Stamp Nutrition Education Program. Teaches nutrition education classes to low income
participants at various community and government sites. Sites include schools, parks and
recreation departments, churches, health departments, and other locations. Some classes are
one-time, but most are in-depth, requiring a minimum of six lessons for each group of
participants. Collects demographic data on clients served. Evaluates knowledge gained and
behavioral changes through approved evaluation tools. Refers participants to government and
local agencies for assistance, such as food stamps, commodities, etc. Markets the program
through health fairs and other locations where a booth or display is appropriate. Works in
coordination with appropriate agency staff to ensure the delivery of quality services to the FNP
clients.
10% Planning
Plans and prepares nutrition education lessons. Continues to improve knowledge of subject
matter and teaching methods.
10% Training
Develops and improves knowledge of food and nutrition subject matter, becomes more
proficient in determining client needs, understands various methods of reaching and teaching
the clientele, and develops proficiency in using the FNP teaching materials via participation in
orientation training, continuous on-the job training, and self-study. Continuous on-the job
training is presented by the supervising faculty on a bi-weekly basis.
10% Travel
Stays within travel allocation area while traveling to assigned teaching sites from the official
headquarters.
10% Reporting
Maintains accurate records and reports on clients and personnel requirements. Submits
reports on time for Supervisor or other designee. Works with agency staff in utilizing records,
reports, and other resources to assist in program implementation and in evaluating program
impact.
Minimum
Requirements:

A high school diploma. Valid Florida drivers license. Daily
dependable transportation. This is a time limited position. Applicant
must be willing to work in Franklin County, Florida.

Preferred
Qualifications:

Able to plan and deliver nutrition education lessons. Knowledge of
nutrition or previous teaching experience desirable. Able to follow
directions and complete reports. Experience working with low income
clients helpful.

Criminal Background
Check/Other
Verifications:
Criminal Background Check Required, Valid Florida Drivers License

Special instructions to
applicants:
Monday through Friday, 8 5. May require occasional night,
overnight and weekend hours due to the nature of the program.
This is a grant-funded, time-limited position.
This is for one full-time position in Franklin County.


Closing Date: 11/08/2014