Bilingual Health and Wellness Educator

Food Bank of South Jersey•Pennsauken Township, NJ

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ) is seeking a Bilingual Health and Wellness Educator to deliver health and wellness programs across Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Salem counties. This role involves translating materials and providing interpretation as needed, teaching classes in both English and another language. The position requires availability during the day, two evenings per week, and one Saturday per month. The Educator will report to the Health and Wellness Senior Manager and play a key role in empowering neighbors with resources to thrive and building a healthier, hunger-free South Jersey.

Requirements

Must be fluent in both English and another language
Must be able to travel to the main site in Pennsauken, NJ on a consistent basis
Highly organized, flexible, adaptable, and able to multi-task
Independent worker, self-starter and works well with a team and on his/her own
Comfortable using platforms like Zoom and Microsoft Teams
Comfortable speaking in front of groups
Comfortable working with and can effectively communicate with people of diverse backgrounds and opinions
Able to attend trainings on curriculum and follow class lessons as prescribed
Able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends
Able to safely lift 35 pounds
Able to use personal vehicle to travel and transport equipment, food, and class materials
College degree in health, nutrition, dietetics, or other wellness related field required
Proficiency in food safety and preparation
Proficiency in administrative tasks, including data entry and common digital tasks
Clean driver’s license
Clean record on the Child Abuse Record Information (CARI) registry
Access to reliable transportation and ability to carry and transport cooking equipment and supplies
Fluency in English and another language required

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred
Knowledge of common adult and child learning theories/models preferred
Knowledge of common behavior change theories/models preferred
Bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Deliver health and wellness programs in both English and another language using provided curriculum
Teach classes and demonstrations virtually, hybrid, or in-person at sites throughout Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Salem Counties; sites may include schools, faith-based organizations, correctional institutions, and social service providers
Instruct adult and youth learners using a trauma-informed and empathetic approach
Create a safe and welcoming space for people with diverse or difficult backgrounds; may include individuals who are justice involved, neurodivergent, or living with limited mobility
Administer electronic or paper surveys and waivers to participants at each class and demonstration
Set up prior to the start of class or demonstration and clean-up after completion
Translate FBSJ documents or education materials as needed
Transport food, cooking equipment, and educational materials between Food Bank of South Jersey in Pennsauken and class sites
Interpret at FBSJ programs in-person or virtually as needed
Maintain and track cooking equipment, educational materials, and incentives
Record program and participant metrics accurately and promptly
Develop educational tools, including PowerPoint presentations and flyers, in English and another language
Identify health and wellness education resources and materials
Assist in recruitment and outreach efforts
Attend training for program and professional development
May assist in training Nutrition Assistants, volunteers, and interns in the delivery of classes and demonstrations
May assist with class scheduling and staffing
May assist with food and supply ordering, receiving, sorting, and delivery
Local travel within the FBSJ service area is required
Work on special projects and duties assigned to the Community Impact Department.