Job Title: Community Nutrition and Wellness Resource Educator

Job Classification: Extension Resource Educator

Location: Cornell Cooperative Extension Tioga County, Owego, NY

General Responsibilities:

Responsible for providing leadership in planning, implementing, managing and evaluating the county-wide nutrition and wellness programming. Specific areas of responsibility include the following:

· Supervise team members, including Nutrition Program Educators, and program assistants, including staff at the Phoenix Kids Café.

· Provide guidance for the FSNEP grant and prepare other proposals, while working closely with the Executive Director and Financial Assistant in providing fiscal oversight.

· Participate in the association-wide and the FSNEP Plan of Work development process, developing program objectives and implementation plans for the whole community nutrition and wellness program.

· Provide clinical dietetic support for clients referred by the Tioga County Health Department.

· Act as a local resource for food and nutrition related questions, providing accurate and appropriate information from accredited institutions, programs, and/or associations.

· Represent the association positively to the public, community leaders, government officials and Cornell University and work as a team member to support the work of the association.

· Work as a team member in addressing local, regional, and statewide nutrition programming priorities, operating as a multi-association team member.

Program Development and Implementation: 25%

· Identify program needs through supervisor, program committee, advisory committees, program participants, and Cornell program units and collaboration with community agencies and organizations.

· Plan short- and long-range educational programs in food and nutrition.

· Maintain and work closely with the FSNEP and other advisory committees.

· Participate in system-wide program development efforts, work with Cornell Faculty, and draw upon Cornell and Cooperative Extension System program resources in order to address identified clientele needs and to select program materials.

· Ensure that educational programs conform to association and Cornell Cooperative Extension objectives and mission and consider the diversity of the community.

· Develop and conduct educational programs utilizing a variety of delivery methods.

· Act as a subject-matter resource to the program committee, staff, and clientele, including schools, agencies and other groups as they are identified.

· Prepare and support the development and compilation of educational materials such as training aids, exhibits, and demonstration projects. Develop relationship with Cornell faculty and specialists to develop innovative program and resource materials.

· Develop and enhance networks of volunteers to extend program implementation efforts to achieve local community ownership

• Identify and apply for additional grant funds for the community nutrition and wellness programming.

Program Management: 35%

· Compile and prepare written reports as required by local association, Cornell Cooperative Extension statewide, funders and other partners.

· Recruit, train and manage staff for programs under direct supervision.

· Support the professional development of staff under direct supervision.

· Recruit, train and manage volunteer staff and provide leadership development opportunities.

· Following association guidelines, seek out, prepare and submit proposals to secure additional program funding, actively involving Executive Director, program committee, Board of Directors, Cornell faculty, and Extension Administration.

Community Nutritionist: 20%

• After receiving referral from the Tioga County Health Department (TCHD) that a patient is in need of nutritional therapy, make a home visit to asses the patient’s needs for services.
• After the visit, formulate a plan of treatment for the patient with the TCHD within five days of the services rendered and any reassessment shall comply with State and Federal regulations and be forwarded to TCHD within seven working days.
• Enter reports about the patient on the patient’s permanent record.
• Account for visits to the patient for Dietitian’s services on a weekly basis.
• After receiving consultation request from TCHD obtain necessary information to provide nurse requesting consultation with information needed to assist patient with diet planning/compliance.
• Provide to TCHD appropriate documentation regarding dietary recommendations and patient contact for patients’ medical record.
• Abide by policies set forth by TCHD or any amendments hereto.
• Notify primary nurse or SCHN of any change in medical condition or plan of treatment, and of any incidences that may occur involving patient’s property.
• Other specifics will be reviewed and discussed prior to hiring.

Program Evaluation: 15%

· Identify and implement appropriate program evaluation strategies.

· Involve program participants, association committees, Cornell faculty, and county and community leaders in evaluation of programs as appropriate.

· Make recommendations to Executive Director, program committee and advisory committees for strengthening and improving programs based on program evaluation results.

· Report program evaluation results to funders as required.

Professional Improvement: 10%

· Attend in service education as appropriate to program and management responsibilities to maintain program excellence.

· Participate in professional organizations.

· Develop and pursue a professional improvement plan in cooperation with Executive Director to increase competency in position responsibilities.

Reporting Relationships:

· Report to and receive supervision and guidance from the Executive Director.

· Supervise the work of other staff and volunteers within assigned program responsibilities.

Degree and Experience Requirements:

· Master’s degree in nutrition or related field.

· Registered dietitian. Must be registered or eligible for registration as nutritionist/Dietitian by the American Dietetic Association and maintain qualifications consistent with current and future changes to NYS Sanitary Code chapter 1, part 11.131 and title 10 chapters 5 part 700.2 of NYS Codes, Rules, and Regulations. Qualify for and attain NYS Dept. of Education Certificate as Dietitian Nutritionist.

· At least two years of experience in community nutrition and in supervision of a diverse staff, preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Proven ability to initiate, plan, organize, implement, teach and evaluate informal educational programs addressing diverse audiences.

· Proven ability to identify and involve people in determining program direction.

· Demonstrated ability to lead and effectively participate in professional team efforts.

· Demonstrated ability to supervise staff with diverse skills and diverse job responsibilities.

· Demonstrated ability to relate effectively to co-workers, advisors, community and professional leaders, and clientele groups.

· Proven in-depth knowledge in the assigned subject matter field.

· Proven ability to effectively work with program/advisory committees.

· Ability to utilize resources effectively.

· Demonstrated ability to identify and develop volunteer leadership.

· Demonstrated ability to identify and utilize program resources within the community.

· Demonstrated effective use of a variety of program delivery methods to reach individuals and groups.

· Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through oral, written, and visual channels using traditional educational tools as well as electronic technology.

Work Site: Office: 56 Main Street, Owego, NY 13827.

Work within the community to establish working relationships with agencies, organizations, and individuals associated with food, the food system, nutrition, and health. Some travel required for training, workshops, and home visits. Must be able to meet the travel requirements of the job.

Hours: full-time exempt; some weekends and evenings required for meetings and program implementation.

APPLICATIONS will be reviewed beginning 5/31/08, or until an acceptable pool of applicants has been identified.

Send letter of intent, resume, and transcripts to PA#466, Box 26, Kennedy Hall, Cornell U, Ithaca, NY 14853.

**Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

Cornell Cooperative Extension provides equal program and employment opportunities.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: http://www.cce.cornell.edu