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Rural Community Health Extension Agent

2 months ago

Gainesville, Florida, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to join our team as a Rural Community Health Extension Agent. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive health extension programs that promote healthy lifestyles and improve individual and community health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and implement community-based educational programs focused on human nutrition, healthy lifestyles, and preventive care.
  • Collaborate with local community agencies, governmental entities, and individual community leaders to develop and implement programs that meet the needs of the community.
  • Manage volunteer systems and extend educational efforts through these systems.
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with community agencies, governmental entities, and individual community leaders.
  • Establish and maintain an effective system for accountability and public information to all relevant individuals, groups, organizations, and agencies.
  • Develop and sustain partnerships with community agencies and leaders, businesses, and the general public on nutrition and healthy lifestyles.
  • Prioritize programming efforts based on the Florida Department of Health (FDOH) Community Health Assessment for Putnam County and collaborate with the local health department on relevant education and outreach programs.
  • Develop effective working relationships with the 4-H Youth Development program.
  • Assume other responsibilities as assigned by the County Extension Director or District Extension Director.
Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in family and consumer sciences, nutrition, dietetics, health & wellness, or a closely related field.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • A commitment to customer service.
  • Knowledge and experience in the use and application of information technology.
  • Ability to possess (or be able to obtain) a Florida driver's license.
  • Flexibility with working hours; willingness to work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and overnight travel.
  • Candidates must have a commitment to UF core values.
Preferred Qualifications
  • A master's degree.
  • Previous experience with health and nutrition extension programs and experience as an extension agent or equivalent.
  • Experience developing instructional materials and adopting educational curricula.
  • Expertise in getting groups to work together for a higher goal, managing competing priorities, and adaptability to handle unexpected situations.
  • Experience working with culturally, ethnically, and socioeconomically varied audiences.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) ability.
  • Experience in marketing, teaching, and evaluating educational programs.
  • Experience working with and managing volunteers.
  • Experience obtaining extramural funding.
  • Excellent organizational skills and good record-keeping techniques.