What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist position at National Enrichment Group?
SUMMARY
National Enrichment Group (NEG) is seeking a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. The Program Nutritionist must be enthusiastic and exhibit a high degree of professionalism, a strong commitment to the communities we serve and demonstrate the ability to motivate and educate. The Nutritionist will work with NEG’s partnering agencies including Early Childhood and Head Start Programs and other potential partners.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The Program Nutritionist will conduct Nutrition Counseling for multiple Head Start sites throughout NYC for infants, toddlers and children aged 0-5. Nutritionist is responsible for implementing health and safety practices that adhere to the National Head Start Performance Standards, alongside nutrition intervention and counseling to a diverse population. Monitor each child's health by performing periodic health checks, observations and screenings. Screenings include interpretation of anthropometric measurements, blood pressure, lab results, food restrictions and developmental milestones. Program Nutritionist will work with food service staff to develop CACFP compliant menus and ensure kitchen records for food service are accurate. NEG will train on CACFP requirements.
ROLES
- Provide comprehensive nutritional assessment of children, such as food restriction requirements.
- Review anthropometrics to identify and follow-up on children whose growth pattern may be of nutritional concern.
- Discuss child’s health and family dynamics with staff and other health professionals.
- Document all notes in electronic records.
- Develop and deliver parent workshops.
- Create seasonal and culturally relevant cycle menus for Head Start programs.
- Support Head Start programs in ensuring compliance with the Child and Adult Food Care Program (CACFP) and NYC Food Standards.
- Provide Professional Development training for staff including cooking staff.
- Serve as food and nutrition expert for childcare centers.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist through the Commission on Dietetic Registration, RDE will be considered
- Experience with community programs, child nutrition, including Head Start
- Bilingual Spanish preferred
- Proficient in use of Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar, Drive), MS Word, Zoom
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, verbal and written skills
- The ideal candidate must be a self-starter
- Experience with childcare center software preferred, but not required (ChildPlus, Procare, SalesForce, KidKare)
HOURS, LOCATION & SCHEDULE
- 10-20 hours monthly and Nutritionist can develop their own monthly schedule (90 % of hours must be conducted between 9am-3pm on weekdays) and in person.
- Current openings in DC, MD and VA
ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND
National Enrichment Group, part of the FSG holding group company is the largest and leading Health, Wellness, Nutrition, and Education management group for all nonprofit social service agencies nationally. NEG’s reach extends to over 1000 different programs. All the work we do is revolved around improving health and quality of life through the integration of all the services and programs we offer.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $40.00 - $55.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40 - $55