This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For moreinformation, please see:https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12312465 Community OutreachWorker (Snap-Ed) University of Illinois Extension

Extension Unit 18, Hillsboro

Be part of the action working in your community: Do you see yourselfas a good listener who can build trust in the community? Join our teamto be part of the difference. Team members use their own uniqueunderstanding of the experience, financial needs, language, and/orculture of the community to promote healthy behaviors, build strongerrelationships between the community, Extension, and health and socialservices, and provide information about healthy food and physicalactivity options. On the job training provided.

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

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

Develop relationships and provide selected nutrition education materialsand resources to community members and organizations in targetedcommunity

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 identifiedcommunities.

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

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

Participate in committees and teams to give feedback that improves theSNAP 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 ofIllinois Extension programming as assigned.

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

Additional Physical Demands

To perform the functions of this position, the employee will be requiredto perform work both within an office and outside in the communitiesthat are served and must have the capability to travel from one locationto the other in a timely fashion. Employee is responsible for securingpersonal transportation. A valid driver's license is preferred. Somework will be required during evenings and/or weekends. When working, theemployee may be exposed to a variety of environmental factors toinclude, but not limited to, hot or cold weather, exposure to noise andallergens, and uneven ground. In performing the functions of thisposition, the employee may be subjected to various mental and physicaldemands as well to include, but not limited to, independently travelingto and performing work at different locations, ability to move, transferand/or transport items that may occasionally weigh up to forty (40)pounds and frequently weigh up to twenty (20) pounds, and twisting,pushing and pulling movements. This position involves working flexiblehours that may include weekend and evenings. More detailed informationregarding the functions of this position (including the physical,mental, and environmental requirements of the position) may be obtainedfrom Human Resources for th College of Agricultural, Consumer andEnvironmental Sciences (ACES) by contacting [email protected].

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

One (1) year (12 months) of experience (paid or unpaid) in work relatedto the job to be performed.

Take and pass the Certified Food Protection Manager course within thefirst year of employment and maintain certification every 5 years.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the local community and ability to get to communitylocations in a timely manner.Ability to interact and engage diverse individuals and groups.Ability to speak in front of audiences, adults and youth and provideclear information.Energetic and outgoing, self-driven.Build rapport and connection with clients in an empathetic manner,willing to listen and validate their feelings. Show kindness.Willingness to learn and understand new material.Ability to communicate effectively by telephone, in person anddigital. This includes texting, phone calls, emails, and videoconferencing, as necessary.Strong people skills and teamwork.Basic skills in using computer software and apps.Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 4520 - Community Outreach Workerposition, appoin