Extension Program Assistant II, Knox County
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Job Info

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Description

Extension Program Assistant II

Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

Knox County

Pay Grade 34

 

 Duties/Responsibilities: The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) Program Assistant II will work 40 hours a week and is responsible to the County Extension Director and works under the direction of the EFNEP Area Specialist. 

Provide leadership for a program of activities that meets the needs of all eligible clientele regardless of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, religion, or veteran status.Recruit and enroll youth groups and families in the EFNEP program.Conduct and teach programs individually and in group settings by demonstrating the following:Efficient use of limited family resources in providing an adequate diet for the familyInstruction in food production, meal planning, food preparation, and preservation and serving to improve the family’s health through improved nutrition Skills related to health and nutrition, such as sanitation and food storageInformation and experiences that will aid in raising the aspirations of low-income families to develop pride and improve the family and home life environment.

Collect and store complete and accurate records needed in planning, implementing, and evaluating the EFNEP Program.

Qualifications
Minimum/Required Qualifications (include education, experience, skills & abilities, licenses & certifications): 

Successful applicant must have a valid Tennessee Driver’s license.Must have a high school diploma or GED, teaching skills, communication skills, and organization skills.Clear background check will be required.

 Preferred/Desired Qualifications: 

Experience teaching youth or adults, cooking experience, community service, and computer experience

   UT Extension provides a gateway to the University of Tennessee as the outreach unit of the Institute of Agriculture.  With an office in every Tennessee County, UT Extension delivers educational programs and research-based information to citizens throughout the state.  In cooperation with Tennessee State University, UT Extension works with farmers, families, youth, and communities, to improve lives by addressing problems and issues at the local, state and national levels.

Job: Extension Support
Primary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxville
Organization: Knox County
Schedule: Full-time
Job Posting: May 24, 2022, 2:55:30 PM

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