Experience Inc. Jobs

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12395574 Extension Program Coordinator (4-H) University of Illinois Extension

Extension - Unit 25, Olney

Be part of the action working in your community: Do you see yourself as a good listener who can build trust in the community? Join our team to be part of the difference. Team members use their own unique understanding of the experience, financial needs, language, and/or culture of the community to promote healthy behaviors, build stronger relationships between the community, Extension, and health and social services, and provide information about healthy food and physical activity options. On the job training provided.

The Community Worker will lead classes and provide information to local community members (adults and youth) in basic nutrition, physical activity, and food access for individuals and families in need. The goal is to help eligible families make positive changes for their health. This is a full-time civil service position, 37.5 hours per week, 7.5 hours per day which supports the goals of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Education Program (SNAP-Ed) at University of Illinois Extension.

Spend significant time in the community teaching programs for youth and adults as outlined for SNAP-Ed. This may include gathering and shopping for required materials, prepping food, and leading basic cooking and physical activities at community sites.

Develop relationships and provide selected nutrition education materials and resources to community members and organizations in targeted community

Refer SNAP-Ed clients to other local agencies (FCRC, WIC, food pantries, etc.) and other Extension staff based upon additional needs/concerns.

Promote SNAP Ed and Extension opportunities in the identified communities.

Collaborate with team members to plan and monitor unit and SNAP-Ed goals.

Collaborate with team members to identify potential community partners that serve low-income families.

Participate in committees and teams to give feedback that improves the SNAP Ed program

Collect information from program participants for reports

Complete required monthly and quarterly reports

Participate in required trainings and team meetings

Perform other duties that contribute to the mission of University of Illinois Extension programming as assigned.

Comply with all University of Illinois Extension Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity policies and guidelines in all aspects of Extension work

Additional Physical Demands

This position will be required to perform work both within an office and outside in the communities that are served, and must have the capability to travel from one location to the other in a timely fashion. This position is responsible for securing personal transportation. A valid driver\'s license is preferred. Some work will be required during evenings and/or weekends. This position may be exposed to a variety of environmental factors to include, but not limited to, hot or cold weather, exposure to noise and allergens, and uneven ground. This position may be subjected to various mental and physical demands as well to include, but not limited to, independently traveling to and performing work at different locations, lifting and moving items that may occasionally weigh up to forty (40) pounds and frequently weigh up to twenty (20) pounds, and twisting, pushing and pulling movements. More detailed information regarding the functions of this position (including the physical, mental and environmental requirements of the position) may be obtained from Human Resources for the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES) by contacting hr@aces.illinois.edu.

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduation or GED

Any one or any combination that equals our (4) years/ 48 months of responsible volunteer or professional work experience in coordinating educational and/or community programs or activities

Volunteer/work experience coordinating educational and/or community programs or activities

College coursework in any field of study

60 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)

90 semester hours equals three (3) years (36 months)

120 semester hours or more equals four (4) years (48 months)

Specialty Factors

Demonstrated experience and/or coursework in volunteer management, working with youth audiences, and/or developing youth programming.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Skills in communicating and collaborating with diverse audiences (ethnicity, socioeconomic, ages).
• Ability to work effectively with others individually and in groups.
• Ability to operate computer systems.
• Attention to detail and prioritize tasks. Ability to multi-task.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 0929 - Extension Program Coordinator position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible. The salary for this position is set by a collective bargaining agreement and the salary for the position is set at \$31,921.50.

For more information on Civil Service clas