AMERICORPS ASN-Healthy Harvest Corps

Primary duties (minimum 50% of members time):

1. Toolkit Utilization & Phased Implementation:

• Utilize the HER and SWAP Toolkit available on the OAF Member Portal to execute a phased approach to implementing HER and SWAP guidelines at foodbank-led pantries and programs as a pilot initiative.

1. Internal Training & Education (Phase 1):

• Develop and assist with delivering training materials to raise awareness and increase the knowledge of HER and SWAP among foodbank staff.
• Conduct readiness assessments to determine the internal capacity for implementing HER and SWAP guidelines.

1. Preliminary Ranking (Phase 2):

• Rank easy rule-of-thumb items (e.g. items that dont require a nutrition label) at foodbank pantries using the SWAP guidelines.
• Work with foodbank pantry staff to identify opportunities for implementing healthier food choices.

1. Nutrition Label Ranking (Phase 3):

• Analyze available nutrition labels to rank additional food items based on HER and SWAP criteria.
• Develop a tracking system to document ranked items for future use and integration.

1. Support Pilot Implementation at Foodbank-Led Pantries (Phase 4):

• Work alongside foodbank pantry staff to implement HER and SWAP rankings in food distribution practices.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of HER and SWAP guidelines during the pilot.
• Gather feedback from pantry staff and neighbors to inform potential adjustments to the external implementation process.

1. Program Assessment and Recommendations:

• Conduct a comprehensive assessment of the pilot implementation at foodbank-led pantries.
• Create a detailed report with recommendations on scaling HER and SWAP guidelines to the broader network based on the pilot outcomes.

1. Resource Development:

• Develop tools resources and templates that can support future network-wide implementation of HER and SWAP guidelines.

• Assist with foodbank-led pantry operations including stocking shelves organizing inventory checking in neighbors.
• Provide on-site support at mobile pantry locations such as setting up distribution stations and checking in neighbors.
• Support efforts to collect neighbor feedback through surveys or informal conversations to improve the overall neighbor experience.
• Provide administrative support for the home delivery and CSFP programs such as updating delivery records and assisting with neighbor inquiries or changes.
• Comply with all AmeriCorps program guidelines by maintaining service hours training hours and service projects as outlined in the AmeriCorps Service Agreement.
• Attend all required training courses and staff meetings and participate in AmeriCorps service projects.
• Understand and promote the Mission and Vision of the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank that values diversity and celebrates the positive aspects of a multicultural society.