Are you interested in helping others and your community? Do you have a passion for education and health? South Dakota State University (SDSU) Extension is offering an exciting opportunity in our Better Choices, Better Health (BCBH) Program within our Food and Families Programs! This position can be located at any of the reginal centers within the state of South Dakota (Sioux Falls, Pierre, Winner, Lemmon, Mitchell or Aberdeen).

Job Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive public health services with the implementation of evidence-based self-management education programs; build individual and community capacity by increasing health knowledge, self-efficacy, and self-sufficiency through a range of activities with developed processes such as outreach, education, health promotion and disease prevention, social support, and advocacy; provide health and wellness support for disease prevention, behavior change, and healthy lifestyles; and, interpreting program-specific guidelines to answer questions and advise others on specific program issues or matters. Serve as a critical link between BCBH-SD programs and communities and health systems to reduce disparities, increase health education and improve health outcomes, and empower individuals and communities for better health.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Chronic disease prevention and health promotion programs;
• Basic statistical measures;
• Database development and maintenance;
• Computer software and systems (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook).

Skill & Ability to:

• Gather, interpret, and report basic health findings;
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team;
• Communicate effectively; oral, written, and listening skills;
• Demonstrate experience in managing inventories;
• Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences including close understanding of the ethnicity, language, socio-economic status, and life experiences of the community served;
• Teach adults 1:1 or in a group setting;
• Lift up to 40lbs

Required License: Valid Driver’s License

Comments: Experience working with adults with chronic health conditions preferred. Routine travel to conduct classes at various sites is required along with some overnight travel for training. Some evening and weekend work may be required. SDSU is a tobacco free environment. This position is classified as Program Assistant I. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check. Posting #: CSA01962P

Benefits: South Dakota State University offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee, spouse, and dependents; life insurance; long-term disability insurance; paid holidays; educational assistance; retirement plans; and a generous vacation accrual and sick day allowance.

Application Procedures: SDSU accepts applications through an on-line employment site, to apply visit http://YourFuture.sdbor.edu. [EE8823, SE8571]

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identification, transgender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status that may become protected under law against discrimination in the offering of all educational programs and employment opportunities. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007, 605-688-4128.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.04 - $22.55 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Mitchell, SD: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person