Nutritionist, Part-Time

Community of Hope is seeking a Part‑Time Nutritionist to empower COH patients with nutritional information and food‑based resources in order to improve their health outcomes related to nutrition‑sensitive conditions, including obesity, hypertension, and diabetes. This part‑time (20 hours per week) position is based out of our Conway Health and Resource Center in SW, DC, and offers a hybrid schedule. Salary is $33.65–$38.46 per hour. Our Approach and Values We celebrate people’s strengths and acknowledge the impact of trauma on people’s lives. We embrace diversity, welcome all voices, and treat everyone with respect and compassion. We lead and advocate for changes to make systems more equitable. We strive for excellence and value integrity in all that we do. What You’ll Do Deliver one‑on‑one nutrition counseling and support to a minimum of four patients per clinic session, either in person or remotely. Promote the integration of nutrition and wellness services into the COH Medical Home Model by fostering food‑related community partnerships, providing consultation and education to COH providers and other care team members, and developing nutritional education curriculum and materials. Work with medical, nursing, health services leadership and the Lead Nutritionist to develop and deliver new group education approaches based on patient feedback and known gaps in services, such as wellness, weight loss, walking groups, and grocery store tours. Design culturally appropriate patient education materials and work to promote adoption by the care team. Provide training to clinical staff to increase knowledge of current nutrition guidelines, disease‑specific dietary recommendations, and culturally competent approaches to working with patients. Work with patients to establish meal plans in accordance with patient preference, cultural background, and health and financial capabilities; evaluate the health and diet needs of patients and make clinical recommendations. Develop and implement patient‑specific care plans around obesity and nutrition‑sensitive conditions, including hypertension, prediabetes, diabetes, and high cholesterol. Work with patients to define SMART goals around weight loss, nutrition, and healthy behaviors more generally. Coordinate and communicate with care team members, including care coordinators and primary care providers, gather relevant input, communicate patients’s goals and preferences, and ensure the care team is working in a coordinated fashion to support patients’ goals. Identify gaps in services to address social determinants of health based on outcomes and patient feedback. Assist in developing plans, community resources, and other partnerships to meet identified needs, particularly around food insecurity. Serve as a liaison to external partners in the food and nutrition space and work to promote partnerships that enhance access to healthy, affordable foods and culturally competent education, including cooking courses and grocery store tours. Requirements Must‑Haves Must hold current license as a dietitian or nutritionist in the District of Columbia. Experience providing culturally competent, patient‑centered education in a low‑income setting is highly required. Ability to multi‑task and problem‑solve. Ability to work in a fast‑paced, team‑based setting. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to meet patients outside of the traditional office setting, including grocery stores. Ability to work flexible hours (e.g., evenings, weekends) to provide increased access to patients. Ability to travel to other sites for the purposes of training, meetings, and providing cross‑coverage. Proof of required vaccinations, including Flu and Covid. COH will consider requests for reasonable accommodations for anyone who cannot be vaccinated for a religious or medical reason, subject to applicable law. Nice‑to‑Haves Master’s Degree in Nutrition or a closely related field is strongly preferred. Experience in community health center setting preferred. Benefits 8‑month Washington Post 150 Top Workplace winner. 11.5 paid company holidays, one personal floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave based on hours per week and work schedule. Annual performance‑based raises, up to 5% of your annual pay. Loan repayment (NHSC & DCHPLRP), licensing reimbursement and CEU funding. Life and disability insurance + 403(b) retirement. Leadership development, internal promotions, and career growth opportunities. A culture grounded in equity, compassion, and well‑being. Community of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr