Health and Wellness Youth Program Associate (full time, TEMPORARY)
Location: Pennsauken, NJ
Type: Temporary
Min. Experience: Mid Level
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, visit www.foodbanksj.org.
Job Summary:
The Health and Wellness Youth Program Associate will support the development and delivery of programming that promotes health and wellness among youth. The Health and Wellness Youth Program Associate is supervised by the Health and Wellness Senior Manager and will be responsible for delivery of programs at Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ) service sites throughout Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Salem counties.
This position will cover an anticipated leave of absence and is temporary.
The Youth Program Associate must be fluent in English. Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred. Youth program activities are held in person during the day, evenings, and some weekends. Availability is required during the day, one evening per week, and one Saturday per month. The Youth Program Associate must be able to travel consistently to our main site in Pennsauken, NJ and to activity sites located throughout Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Salem counties.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Skills & Abilities
Qualification and Experience:
We believe in pay transparency and fostering an environment of fairness. The pay for this full-time temporary position is $20.00/hour. Our approach to compensation is rooted in valuing the expertise and contributions of all our team members.
The Food Bank of South Jersey is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment – including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge – will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. We believe and support the safety and security of all of our volunteers and our employees. Background checks and drug screening will be completed for final candidates.
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, visit www.foodbanksj.org.
Job Summary:
The Health and Wellness Youth Program Associate will support the development and delivery of programming that promotes health and wellness among youth. The Health and Wellness Youth Program Associate is supervised by the Health and Wellness Senior Manager and will be responsible for delivery of programs at Food Bank of South Jersey (FBSJ) service sites throughout Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Salem counties.
This position will cover an anticipated leave of absence and is temporary.
The Youth Program Associate must be fluent in English. Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred. Youth program activities are held in person during the day, evenings, and some weekends. Availability is required during the day, one evening per week, and one Saturday per month. The Youth Program Associate must be able to travel consistently to our main site in Pennsauken, NJ and to activity sites located throughout Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Salem counties.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Execute health and wellness youth programming and activities within the FBSJ target areas
- Lead recruitment and outreach efforts for youth and their parents
- Track youth activity sign-ups and registrations
- Coordinate youth advisory council activities by leading meetings, recording attendance and tracking stipend disbursement
- Assist in orienting new youth advisory council members and their parents
- Assist in training Nutrition Assistants, youth volunteers and youth interns in the delivery of health and wellness programming
- Maintain and track cooking equipment, educational materials and incentives
- Maintain paper files and database for accurate recordkeeping and timely reporting
- Develop educational tools, including PowerPoint presentations and flyers
- Identify health and wellness education resources and materials
- May assist with class scheduling and staffing
- May assist with food and supply ordering, receiving, sorting and delivery
- May attend training for program and professional development
- Local travel within the FBSJ service area is required
Skills & Abilities
- Energetic, enthusiastic, creative, mature
- Ability to define and maintain professional boundaries
- Highly organized, flexible, adaptable and able to multi-task
- Proactive in asking for help when needed and willingness to learn
- Ability to work evenings and weekends
- Independent worker, self-starter and works well with a team and on his/her own
- Comfortable working with youth and their parents or caregivers
- Comfortable speaking in front of groups
- Excellent proficiency in using Zoom and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint
- Detail oriented, excellent record keeping and time management skills
- Comfortable working with and can effectively communicate with people of diverse backgrounds and opinions
- Ability to safely lift 35 pounds
- Ability to use personal vehicle to travel and transport equipment, food and class materials
Qualification and Experience:
- College degree in human services, health, nutrition, education, or related area required
- Experience working with youth required
- Experience working with diverse groups required
- Experience and comfort with using online platforms to meet, present and teach
- Knowledge of office management and proficiency in administrative tasks
- Clean driver’s license
- Access to reliable transportation and ability to carry and transport equipment and supplies
- Experience and comfort in working in a nonprofit environment
- Knowledge of common adult and child learning theories/models preferred
- Knowledge of common behavior change theories/models preferred
- Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
We believe in pay transparency and fostering an environment of fairness. The pay for this full-time temporary position is $20.00/hour. Our approach to compensation is rooted in valuing the expertise and contributions of all our team members.
The Food Bank of South Jersey is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment – including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge – will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. We believe and support the safety and security of all of our volunteers and our employees. Background checks and drug screening will be completed for final candidates.
