Nutrition Specialist

Nutrition Specialist

MON VALLEY COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES, INC.

Full-Time Position

New Kensington, PA

Overall Function:

Implements and is responsible for the completion of the certification process and provides nutrition education services to the program clients.

Essential Functions:

• Performs the initial examination to determine eligibility and assess client needs for program certification.
• Develops individualized nutrition care plans and assists in the distribution of food instruments (i.e., checks and/or vouchers).
• Provides nutrition education counseling to individuals and groups.
• Implements processing of patients, which may include taking a medical history, blood specimen collection, height, weight, etc.
• Makes appropriate client referrals and follow-up according to client need.
• Adheres to all policies, laws, regulations and codes of ethics and confidentiality as outlined by federal and state laws, and agency policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in the field of Nutrition or Dietetics and eligibility for Competent Professional Authority (CPA) designation (F&G).
• Demonstrated ability to obtain the vital information in an assessment interview to make proper recommendations (F & G)
• Registered Dietitian (G only)
• Must successfully obtain PA State Police, Child Abuse Clearance from PA Department of Human Services, and FBI Fingerprint Clearances.
• Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal health care program.

Available Benefits:

• Medical and dental benefits for eligible employees.
• Retirement plan with potential for agency match.
• Tuition discounts with partnering colleges and universities.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Generous time off for eligible employees.
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