Nutrition Program Assistant (Bilingual)

EAC Network, a not-for-profit social service agency that empowers, assists, and cares for over 62,888 people in need through 100 programs across Long Island and NYC, seeks a Bilingual Nutrition Program Assistant to work full time for its Nutrition Education & Food Services Program.

The Bilingual Nutrition Program Assistant is a non-exempt position paying $20-$26 per hour at 35 hours per week. The hours of operation are Monday-Friday 9:00AM-5:00PM and the office is located in Hauppauge, NY. The role reports to the Senior Director.

Comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical
• Dental
• 401K
• Vision
• Very generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & More

Primary Purpose of Job:

The Nutrition Program Assistant Bi-Lingual is responsible for assisting the Community Nutrition Education with Coordinating nutrition health educations for Spanish speaking HIV clients and related program responsibilities.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

1. In conjunction with the Community Nutrition Educator, assist with coordinating nutrition health education sessions that promote retention in medical care and treatment for Spanish speaking HIV clients.
2. Maintain all client records, electronically track and document client participation in program activities such as nutrition health education.
3. Make and follow-up with referrals for community services i.e. other food programs such as soup kitchen, and entitlements.
4. Conduct off-site intakes and make appointments for screening with Community Nutrition Educator.
5. Assist the Community Nutrition Educator in conducting program outreach and collaborate with medical providers and Registered Dietitians to promote client retention in care.
6. Maintain regular contact with Spanish speaking program clients and document progress notes that summarize their progress in meeting individualized nutritional goals.
7. Responsible for distributing weekly pantry bags.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required:

1. Associates degree in health or human services required, Bachelors degree preferred.
2. Minimum 1-years experience working in the field of HIV/AIDS or with other chronic illness.
3. Must be able to communicate both orally and in writing in English and Spanish (bilingual required).
4. Must be familiar with community services for Persons Living with HIV/AIDS in Nassau County and have the ability to work cooperatively with them and other providers.
5. Effective communication skills.
6. Must be proficient in computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, Microsoft Office applications, calendar, and email and/or database software necessary to perform work assignments.