Family & Community Health Educator

Two positions available, one in McLaughlin, SD and one in Eagle Butte, SD.Are you interested in helping others and improving the health of people in your community? Do you have a passion for education and health? As a Family & Community Health Educator you will have a rewarding opportunity to assist families and youth with researched-based, hands-on nutrition education.Job Responsibilities: Provide researched-based, hands-on nutrition education programming to individuals, families, and children with limited financial resources to strengthen the participant’s knowledge regarding healthy food choices, managing food resource dollars, and food safety.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Knowledge of:Nutrition programsNutrition needs, food safety and proper food preparation practices (preferred)Common sense shopping techniques and household budgeting practicesBasic methodologies and teaching practices for youth, families, and adults (preferred)Assigned area (community) and existing community servicesAbility to:Gather information and arrange dataBasic computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft applicationsCommunicate effectively (oral, written, and listening skills)Lift up to 40 pounds, bend and stand for an extended periodNetwork and build/grow relationships with partners/agencies and participantsPromote and market programming to limited financial resource audiences and/or those that serve themSkills:Demonstrated experience in managing a budget and inventoriesDemonstrated work or volunteer experience with limited resource familiesEvidence of experience in keeping accurate and complete recordsDemonstrated experience in organizing work and working independently (preferred)Demonstrated experience in managing volunteers, adults, and students in a classroom setting (preferred)Required License: Valid driver’s licenseComments: Routine travel to conduct classes at various sites is required, along with some overnight travel for training. Some evening and weekend work may be required. Position is classified as Program Assistant I. South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the university to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to the university’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.Benefits: South Dakota State University offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee, spouse, and dependents; life insurance; long-term disability insurance; paid holidays; educational assistance; retirement plans; and a generous vacation accrual and sick day allowance.Application Procedures: South Dakota State University accepts applications through an online employment site; to apply, visit https://YourFuture.sdbor.edu. [EE9103 - 11041]