Program Specialist

Summary

BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and are guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences.Across our 60+ locations, we provide programs in a variety of service areas, including workforce development, children, youth, families, seniors and homeless prevention.Community Health Programs provide wellness, healthy lifestyle support, and civic engagement programs to the BronxResponsibilitiesPlan, facilitate, and execute delivery of Community Health and Intergenerational program curriculumAssist with nutrition and cooking education to community members at the BronxWorks Farm StandProvide workshops for Older Adults and Youth programSupport youth interns with program preparationWorkshop facilitationCooking demonstrationsProgram enrollment and outreachFollow food safety guidelinesEngage with community members during nutrition and cooking educationWorks closely with youth interns, Program CoordinatorsComplete program documentationPerform program outreachData entryCommunication with other BronxWorks programs and staffWork closely with Program Coordinator, Activity Specialist, and program staff to meet program targetsAssist with program set up and break downProvide Program Coordinator with weekly reportsAssume responsibilities of program assistant when necessaryPerform additional duties as assignedAssist with Snap Incentive programQualificationsBachelor's degree requiredPrior experience working at farmers' market or farm stand preferredAble to assist with enforcing market regulations to shoppers including social distancing, limiting conversations, and customer traffic flow.Able to walk and stand for several hours at a time.Able to work in all weather conditions, e.g. heat, cold, rain, sun, wind, snow.Proficiency in English requiredProficiency in modern business communications including personal computers, electronic mail, voicemail, and copier equipment requiredProvide Program Coordinator with weekly reportsAble to assist with enforcing market regulations to shoppers including social distancing, limiting conversations, and customer traffic flow.Bilingual PreferredProgram Specific ResponsibilitiesEnsure Farm Stand nutrition education and cooking demonstrations follow Stellar Farmer's Market curriculumManage preparation and facilitation practice for weekly nutrition education and cooking demonstrationsCoordinate with BronxWorks Community Health Programs to place weekly orders with vendorsFollow Farm Stand rules and regulationsSet up and break down the Farm Stand tents, equipment, and signageServe as a Farm Stand host to welcome and engage shoppers, promoting good relations between vendors, as a representative of BronxWorksAssist shoppers with use of benefit payments and nutrition programs (SNAP, FMNP, Health Bucks)Engage with shoppers and nutrition education participants to report successes, concerns and opportunities to connect to programmingPromote the Farm Stand within the communityRespond in a timely manner to communications from the officePerform other duties as needed.Physical RequirementsAbility to use a computer for prolonged periods.Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time.Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents.Ability to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportation.Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of weather, including inclement weather, if required to conduct home visits and/or field work.BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact hr@bronxworks.org .#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and are guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences.Across our 60+ locations, we provide programs in a variety of service areas, including workforce development, children, youth, families, seniors and homeless prevention.Community Health Programs provide wellness, healthy lifestyle support, and civic engagement programs to the BronxResponsibilitiesPlan, facilitate, and execute delivery of Community Health and Intergenerational program curriculumAssist with nutrition and cooking education to community members at the BronxWorks Farm StandProvide workshops for Older Adults and Youth programSupport youth interns with program preparationWorkshop facilitationCooking demonstrationsProgram enrollment and outreachFollow food safety guidelinesEngage with community members during nutrition and cooking educationWorks closely with youth interns, Program CoordinatorsComplete program documentationPerform program outreachData entryCommunication with other BronxWorks programs and staffWork closely with Program Coordinator, Activity Specialist, and program staff to meet program targetsAssist with program set up and break downProvide Program Coordinator with weekly reportsAssume responsibilities of program assistant when necessaryPerform additional duties as assignedAssist with Snap Incentive programQualificationsBachelor's degree requiredPrior experience working at farmers' market or farm stand preferredAble to assist with enforcing market regulations to shoppers including social distancing, limiting conversations, and customer traffic flow.Able to walk and stand for several hours at a time.Able to work in all weather conditions, e.g. heat, cold, rain, sun, wind, snow.Proficiency in English requiredProficiency in modern business communications including personal computers, electronic mail, voicemail, and copier equipment requiredProvide Program Coordinator with weekly reportsAble to assist with enforcing market regulations to shoppers including social distancing, limiting conversations, and customer traffic flow.Bilingual PreferredProgram Specific ResponsibilitiesEnsure Farm Stand nutrition education and cooking demonstrations follow Stellar Farmer's Market curriculumManage preparation and facilitation practice for weekly nutrition education and cooking demonstrationsCoordinate with BronxWorks Community Health Programs to place weekly orders with vendorsFollow Farm Stand rules and regulationsSet up and break down the Farm Stand tents, equipment, and signageServe as a Farm Stand host to welcome and engage shoppers, promoting good relations between vendors, as a representative of BronxWorksAssist shoppers with use of benefit payments and nutrition programs (SNAP, FMNP, Health Bucks)Engage with shoppers and nutrition education participants to report successes, concerns and opportunities to connect to programmingPromote the Farm Stand within the communityRespond in a timely manner to communications from the officePerform other duties as needed.Physical RequirementsAbility to use a computer for prolonged periods.Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time.Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents.Ability to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportation.Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of weather, including inclement weather, if required to conduct home visits and/or field work.BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact hr@bronxworks.org .#J-18808-Ljbffr