at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Nutrition Assistant - Healthy Cities Collaborative
Nutrition Assistant - Healthy Cities Collaborative
Hiring Department: Healthy Cities Collaborative
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1025162
Posting Close Date: 6/4/2024
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
Description:
Nutrition Assistants (Nutrition Peer Educator) are staff of the Chicago Partnership for Health Promotion (CPHP) at the University of Illinois at Chicago Office of Community Engagement. Nutrition Peer Educator (NPE) provide nutrition education and services in community-based settings as part of a U.S. Department of Agriculture-funded public health nutrition education program. Nutrition Peer Educator (NPE) are responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of evidence-based nutrition education programs for low-income individuals and families in Chicago. Nutrition education programs include group and teachable moment's presentations. Nutrition education programs include group and teachable moment's presentations. Nutrition Peer Educator (NPE) work collaboratively with each other, Intervention Coordinator, Health Education Specialist, other health care workers, and administrative staff.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Provides high quality, interactive nutrition education instruction to participants (eligible, low-income families and individuals) in a variety of formats (series of group sessions, workshops) covering topics on basic nutrition, food buying practices, food safety, food budget management, and other nutrition-related topics. Assists other CPHP staff in community-wide nutrition education programs. Provides liaison between CPHP and the interventions.
Seeks additional service sites and program opportunities within the community.
Assists community members to access and utilize the SNAP program and other available nutrition programs effectively and efficiently as consumers. Maintains accurate and timely records, including designated information on participants, and produces reports on all program activities as assigned. Participates as a team member with UIC Chicago Partnership for Health Promotion staff and community partners.
Maintains professional competence through on-going trainings and professional development opportunities. Responsible for the inventory process of all CPHP equipment that includes a check-out/in of all equipment, equipment is cleaned and in working condition for the next event. Works with Data Resource Coordinator on database entry including site related
Works in collaboration with other NPEs, Intervention Coordinator, Health Education Specialist, program coordinators, and administrative staff on a daily basis.
Assist in the implementation of policy, system, and environmental... For full info follow application link.
The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
The University of Illinois Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity
institution/employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services.
