Hybrid Public Health Nutrition Trainer/Instructional en Springfield Urban League

SUMMARY:
The Public Health Nutrition Trainer/Instructional Designer will provide statewide training for Illinois Department of Human Services Programs including but not limited to; Bureau of Maternal/Child Health (BMCH) and the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). This includes the development and delivery of both virtual and in-person instructional content. This full-time, in-person position supports operations in both Springfield and Chicago to ensure consistency, continuity, and fidelity of training across the network.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain a working knowledge of policy and procedural guidelines for the Illinois Department of Human Services programs that govern the Community Health Training Center’s curricula.
• Provide clinical/programmatic and computer training.
• Develop and revise web-based modules using web authoring software.
• Travel between Chicago/Springfield to provide programming and computer training as required by the Illinois Department of Human Services. 
• Provide technical assistance and guidance to local agencies as needed.
• Perform other duties and attend meetings as required or assigned which are reasonable and within the scope of duties defined above.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Proficient in developing and delivering training for both in-person and virtual formats using instructional design software.
• Strong knowledge of maternal and child health, WIC guidelines, and public health systems.
• Skilled in providing technical assistance and maintaining professional standards of training.
• Familiarity with virtual learning platforms and LMS systems for hosting and tracking training content.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex clinical and policy concepts in a clear, engaging manner.
• Capable of supporting continuity and sustainability of training efforts through cross-location coordination.

QUALIFICATIONS:   

• Bachelor’s degree required in health, public health, nutrition, education, or a related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience with BMCH and WIC programming strongly preferred.
• Background in clinical instruction, maternal/child health, or public health education desired.
• Above-average written and oral communication skills required.
• Proficiency with web authoring tools and virtual delivery platforms (e.g., Zoom, WebEx).
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance required.
• Ability to travel as needed to conduct training.

SPRINGFIELD URBAN LEAGUE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER