Food is Medicine Internship

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:The Trinity Health Food is Medicine Program has grown exponentially in the past three years, increasing in the number of patient and community engagements from 30,000 to more than 100,000 annually. This growth has created opportunity for an internship position to support larger scope initiatives including annual program evaluation of clinical outcomes, behavior change, and patient satisfaction. Additionally, this internship would offer support forspecial projects including implementation of select program areas which may include;evidence based, nutrition education classes, regenerative land management practices,new location project planning and site assessments, and/orMedicaidManaged Care In lieu of services program support.This position will workclosely with theManagersof Farm Programs, Farmers,Food Program Coordinators,and Education Coordinatorsto support all aspects offood securityand Food is Medicine programming.TheIntern reports to theDirector, Food is Medicine and The Farm at Trinity Health.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Trinity Health Food is Medicine Program has grown exponentially in the past three years, increasing in the number of patient and community engagements from 30,000 to more than 100,000 annually. This growth has created opportunity for an internship position to support larger scope initiatives including annual program evaluation of clinical outcomes, behavior change, and patient satisfaction. Additionally, this internship would offer support forspecial projects including implementation of select program areas which may include;evidence based, nutrition education classes, regenerative land management practices,new location project planning and site assessments, and/orMedicaidManaged Care In lieu of services program support.This position will workclosely with theManagersof Farm Programs, Farmers,Food Program Coordinators,and Education Coordinatorsto support all aspects offood securityand Food is Medicine programming.TheIntern reports to theDirector, Food is Medicine and The Farm at Trinity Health.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists the Farmersin all aspects of crop production includingseeding, soil prep,cultivation, harvest,storage,and sales.

Trains andleadsvolunteer groups in coordination with the Farmers and Education Coordinator.

Assistsstaffin all aspects of Farm Share operations includingreceiving produce,leading volunteers on the pack-line,packing shares,assistingmember sign-in,cooler management (cleaning, temping, organizing)and otherduties asassigned.

Assistswithcut flower production including leadingvolunteers for harvestand bouquet construction,coordinating with hospital personnel for donation delivery,managing flower gardens andproduction spaces.

Develop and implement supplemental educational offerings (e.g., recipe samples, workshop curriculum)

Create educational materials toaccompanyvegetables distributed to clinics and Farm Share members (e.g., vegetable storage tips, information about Farm programming, healthy recipes).

Assistswith data collection and analysis of Farm operations and outcomes.

Maintains good rapport and cooperative relationships.Approachesconflict in a constructive manner.Helps toidentifyproblems, offer solutions, andparticipatein theirresolution.

Maintains the confidentiality of informationacquiredpertaining topatients, physicians, colleagues, and visitors toTrinityHealthDiscussespatient and hospital information only amongappropriate personnelinappropriatelyprivate places.

Behavesin accordance withthe Code of Conduct, Service Excellence Standards, and the Mission,Visionand Values ofTHMI.

Assumes responsibility forperformanceof job duties in the safest possible manner, to assure personal safety and that of coworkers, and to report all preventable hazards and unsafe practicesimmediatelyto management.

OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Education:High school diplomaorcurrent enrollment in college courses

Experience:Experience creating healthy recipes andcoming up witheducational offerings for a diverse audience is preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Strong interpersonal skills toassistwith volunteers and promotion of The Farmwith an engaging, positive demeanor.

Comfort in outdoor settings.

Willingnessto work in physically demanding environment

Confidence in public speaking to groups.

Ability to develop and implement educational offerings.

Availabilityto workwithin scheduled programs.

This document is intended to describe the generalized duties and responsibilities,the specializedjob functions, and the essential requirements of this job.It is not intended to be an exhaustive statement of all supplemental duties, responsibilities, or non-essential requirements or reflect any accommodations made under theAmericanswith Disability Act, the Michigan Handicapper’s Act, or SJMHS’s Return to WorkProgram.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

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h. Twisting

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i. Lifting

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j. Handling

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l. Pushing

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m. Pulling

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LIFTINGRANGES FORNON-PATIENT CARE:

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LIFTING FOR DIRECT PATIENT CARE:

Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance.Whenlifting greaterthan35pounds,colleaguesarerequiredtouseassistivedevices.Refer to Safe Lifting and Handling Techniques – Patients Policy- HR Policy 780.

3. (a) Does the job requireworkerto reach or work above the shoulder?

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(b) Reaching at or below shoulder level?

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4. Does the job require use of his/her feet tooperatefoot controls orfor repetitive movement?

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5. Are there special visualor auditoryrequirements?

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WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Does the employee work near moving mechanicalparts;in high, precariousplaces;and inoutside weather conditions?
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Is the employee exposed to fumes or airborne particles?

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BLOOD/FLUID EXPOSURE RISK: (check the rightcategory) N/A

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​​☒​Category II:Usual tasks do not involve exposure to blood, body fluid, or tissues but job may require performingunplannedCategory I tasks.

​​☐​Category III:Tasks involve no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.Category Itasks are not a condition of employment.

Where an individual cannot perform tasks in the way that isanticipated, accommodations which would enable the individual to perform such tasks in an alternative way will be explored.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.