Assistant Health Educator Jobs in Georgia (NOW HIRING)

Job Description:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Schedule and deliver all SNAP-Ed on-site direct services to assigned schools (Centers or Family Day Care Homes)
• Deliver training for classroom delivery to classroom teachers through model lessons
• Deliver face to face and/or distance learning training for the school teams and provide coaching on best practices for the topic areas in nutrition and physical activity
• Provide civil rights training for any educator or “front-line” staff/volunteers who interact with SNAP-Ed participants
• Ensure proper display of “And Justice for All” poster (version 475B) at all program locations
• Participate as a School Health Team member for assigned schools, offering resources and support as appropriate
• Provide regular interaction with school staff to support program delivery to students and families.
• Document work with each school to show school and student’s progress toward accomplishment of program objectives and adoption of incremental behavior change and PSE change
• Collect school data as required
• Provide technical assistance, resources and advice to assist schools achieve their plans for nutrition/physical activity improvement based on their needs assessment results
• Assist in conducting tri-annual trainings
• Provide outstanding service and escalate issues where schools are dissatisfied
• Provide comprehensive documentation (a portfolio) for work with each school outlining communication, continuous improvement and growth
• Reinforce family education programming including the Family Text Messaging and other family events/workshops
• Provide nutrition education and physical activity information for families through field days, family fun nights, curriculum nights, open house and events other than PTA/PTO
• Share knowledge with HealthMPowers staff for the benefits of our schools
• Collect qualitative information from schools for creating success stories
• Ensure program implementation is consistent with HealthMPowers quality standards and evidenced-based practices
• Perform clerical and non-instructional assignments as assigned
• Maintain accurate travel logs and expenses
• All other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood, nutrition, health science, public health or education background
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of early childhood classroom management
• Bilingual is a plus
• Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills
• A commitment to producing high quality and detailed work
• The ability to learn quickly, work in a fast-paced environment, manage large amounts of data and multi-task effectively
• Strong and effective large group/small group presentation and management skills
• The ability to identify challenges and actively work to find solutions
• The ability to work effectively with others at all levels of a school and to consistently display a high level of professionalism in all interactions
• Strong communication and writing skills
• Excellent event planning, organizational and time-management skills
• The ability to work well independently while collaborating with others on meeting common goals
• Strong research-based nutrition and physical activity knowledge
• Flexibility and comfort with ambiguity
• Strong quantitative and computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office suite
• Bright from the Start approved trainer designation or the credentials to acquire
• Experience working with under-performing schools (preferred
• A willingness to travel out of town at least one week per month
• A willingness to work non-standard hours and occasional weekends
• Ability to drive (or learn to drive) HealthMPowers van
TRAVEL:
Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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$36,000 - $38,000