Bilingual Health and Wellness Educator

About the Food Bank of South Jersey

The Food Bank of South Jersey believes that no one should go to bed hungry. Since 1985, it has been a pillar of hope and support for Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Salem counties. By distributing safe and healthy food, offering nutrition and wellness courses and partnering with local agencies on sustainable programs, FBSJ works to empower neighbors with the resources they need to thrive.

In 2024, FBSJ distributed more than 19.5 million meals through its direct distributions and network of more than 300 community partners. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit and proud member of Feeding America, the Food Bank honors its 40 years of service by expanding its commitment to a healthier, hunger-free South Jersey. To learn more about how you can become a valued part of the FBSJ team, dedicated to building community awareness and creating an efficient emergency food distribution network to eliminate hunger, www.foodbanksj.org

The Bilingual Health and Wellness Educator will be responsible for delivery ofhealth and wellness programs throughout Burlington, Camden, Gloucester and Salem counties, translation of materials, and interpretation when needed. The Educator will teach health and wellness classes in English and another language.

Classes are taught during the day, evenings, and weekends and may be either remote or in-person. Availability is required during the day, two evenings per week, and one Saturday per month. The Bilingual Health and Wellness Educator will be supervised by the Health and Wellness Senior Manager.

• Deliverhealth and wellnessprogramsin both English and another language using provided curriculum
• Teach classes and demonstrations virtually, hybrid, or in-personat 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 includeindividualswho 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.

• Must be fluent in both English and another language
• Must be able totravelto 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…