FoodWIse Bilingual (Spanish) Nutrition Educator (Clark County) | University of Wisconsin Madison - Military Veterans

Job Summary: About Extension: UW-Madison's Division of Extension serves the people and communities of Wisconsin by addressing local, statewide and national issues, improving lives through research-based education, fostering partnerships and action, and facilitating positive impacts. About the Health & Well-Being Institute and FoodWIse program: The Health & Well-Being Institute (https://extension.wisc.edu/health/) works to catalyze positive change in Wisconsin residents through evidence-based and community-engaged health promotion programs to improve health, build community capacity to identify and address health inequities, engage in collective action, and achieve greater health equity. FoodWIse (https://healthyliving.extension.wisc.edu/programs/foodwise/) advances healthy eating habits, active lifestyles and healthy community environments for families with limited incomes through nutrition education at the individual, community and systems levels. FoodWIse is federally funded by the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program-Education (SNAP-Ed) and Expanded Food and Nutrition Program (EFNEP) grants. About the position: The Bilingual Nutrition Educator is a member of the Marathon, Portage, Wood, and Clark County FoodWIse team. Bilingual Nutrition Educators are peer educators who co-learn with community members and adapt teaching to honor cultures and experiences. Bilingual Nutrition Educators work collaboratively with community partners and engage people from the diverse communities of Wisconsin to adopt healthy food and physical activity habits. To see Nutrition Educators in action open this link: https://youtu.be/ReqwrSCmKXA Spanish Version of the Job Summary Detail: Acerca de Extensin: La Divisin de Extensin de UW-Madison sirve a las personas y comunidades de Wisconsin abordando problemas locales, estatales y nacionales, mejorando vidas a travs de la educacin basada en la investigacin, fomentando asociaciones y acciones, y facilitando impactos positivos. Acerca del Instituto de Salud y Bienestar y el programa FoodWIse: El Instituto de Salud y Bienestar trabaja para fomentar un cambio positivo en los residentes de Wisconsin a travs de programas de promocin de la salud basados en evidencia y en los que participa la comunidad para mejorar la salud, desarrollar la capacidad para identificar y abordar las inequidades en la salud, participar en acciones colectivas y tambin, para lograr una mayor equidad en la salud. FoodWIse promueve hbitos alimenticios saludables, estilos de vida activos y entornos comunitarios saludables para familias con ingresos limitados a travs de la educacin nutricional a nivel individual, comunitario y de sistemas. FoodWIse est financiado federalmente por el Programa de Asistencia Nutricional Suplementaria-Educacin (SNAP-Ed) y el Programa Ampliado de Alimentos y Nutricin (EFNEP). Sobre esta posicin: Esta posicin es para un educador de nutricin, bilinge (espaol/ingls) que ser miembro del equipo FoodWIse para el condado de Clark County. Los educadores de nutricin bilinges trabajan unidos para aprender conjuntamente con miembros de la comunidad y adaptan la enseanza para honrar culturas y experiencias. Los educadores de nutricin bilinges trabajan en colaboracin con agencias y lderes comunitarios e involucran a personas de las diversas comunidades de Wisconsin para que adopten hbitos saludables de alimentacin y actividad fsica. Para ver los educadores de nutricin en accin abra este enlace: https://youtu.be/ReqwrSCmKXA The Division of Extension has a deep and profound commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are foundational elements to eliminate disparities and expanding access for all. As Extension, we acknowledge the need for strategic and coordinated actions that help us form a more equitable, anti-racist, non- biased, and inclusive organization. (https://blogs.extension.wisc.edu/oaic/call-to-action/). As such, all Extension employees are expected to foster and promote the values of diversity and inclusion. Responsibilities: Instructs and/or assists individuals and families engaged in various outreach programs. Delivers research-based educational programs to support and empower people where they live and work. Provides general support on public issues for the benefit of the community. Strives to expand and ensure access to programs, facilities, and educational services to diverse audiences. 45% Teaches culturally relevant educational programs to adults and youth using learner-centered activities and lessons 15% Implements initiatives and events that serve the target audience 5% Procures and maintains course materials and supplies 10% Tracks program evaluation and incorporates feedback for improvement 5% Helps design marketing materials and promotions for programs 5% Communicates plans, activities, and achievements to relevant stakeholders 15% Teaches educational programs (in target language and English) and tailors educational approaches in a manner that is culturally responsive and linguistically appropriate for the audiences? needs Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion Education: Preferred Bachelor's Degree Qualifications: Required: - High school diploma or equivalent. - Spanish speaking, writing and comprehension skills; knowledge and understanding of Hispanic/Latino culture. Language skills will be evaluated. - Ability to teach interactive lessons to youth and/or adults in group settings - Work, volunteer or life experience with people or groups with limited income - Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional work environments - Ability to effectively work with people from different cultural backgrounds, including those associated with race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, socioeconomic status, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, and other aspects of human diversity. - Demonstrated commitment to Extension's values of equity and social justice to support opportunities and outcomes for youth, families, and communities - Must be able to carry educational equipment, up to 25 lbs. Preferred: - Volunteer or work experience related to food and nutrition education - Experience managing multiple tasks, timelines, and schedules while maintaining high quality work - Ability to work cooperatively with other agencies, community-based services, or organizations Work Type: Part Time: 50% - 60% It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Appointment Type, Duration: Ongoing/Renewable Salary: Minimum $47,602 ANNUAL (12 months) Depending on Qualifications This is a part-time position, which means actual salary earned will be prorated based on FTE (full-time status). At 50% FTE, the person hired can expect to receive 50% of the advertised salary. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/). Please note that some benefits such as paid time off will be prorated by appointment percentage. Additional Information: - The primary accountability relationship for this position is the Area 7 (Marathon, Portage, Wood and Clark Counties) FoodWIse Nutrition Administrator for supervision, compensation and benefits, and performance reviews. - This position's primary programming focus is Clark County however, some programming may also be conducted over a broader geographical area. - It is expected that employees will make individual arrangements for transportation adequate to meet position responsibilities and essential job functions. Information about UW-Madison Driver Authorization can be found at https://businessservices.wisc.edu/managing-risk/driver-authorization-and-insurance/driver-authorization/. Applicants are required to: Have a valid driver's license and a reliable source of independent transportation for periodic in-state work travel, and/or comply with requirements for UW-Madison vehicle use authorization. - This position may be required to work occasional nights and weekends to meet the program needs and priorities of the communities served. - Participate in low impact physical activity exercises, dependent on local program delivery. Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. How to Apply: We are eager to learn more about how your experience and passion may align with this position. To begin the application process, click the "apply now" button. You will be prompted to upload the following documents: - Resume detailing your educational and professional background - Letter of Qualifications (cover letter) referring to your related work experience. Your cover letter should communicate your interest in the position and how your skillset aligns with the role. Since this is bilingual required, please also submit English and Spanish writing samples or other materials like videos or audio in which you are using the target language (Spanish). Language skills will be evaluated during a language proficiency assessment in the interview process. The application reviewers will be relying on these application materials to determine who may advance to preliminary interviews. For additional guidance and resources on how to tailor your application materials to the job posting, please click https://extension.wisc.edu/careers/. Contact: Mallory Mcgivern mallory.mcgivern@wisc.edu 715-261-1248 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Outreach Associate(OE017) Department(s): A47-EXTENSION/YFH/HLTH/NUTR/FOODWI Employment Class: Academic Staff-Renewable Job Number: 305646-AS The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. 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