Health/Nutrition Educator

Position Title Health/Nutrition Educator Department Health Education Reports To Health Education Manager Position Summary The Health/Nutrition Educator promotes health through nutrition by designing, implementing, and teaching nutrition techniques and DSME programs. The Health/Nutrition Educator reports to the Health Education Manager. Core Responsibilities Develop and administer curriculum for the Diabetes Teaching Kitchen Program. Use pre‑approved curriculum and prepare presentations to promote healthy eating and nutritional information. Coordinate weekly nutrition classes which include but are not limited to food purchasing and food preparation for scheduled program classes. Conduct outreach with non‑profits and educational institutions for participants and/or possible locations for off‑site classes within grant‑funded focus areas. Coordinate reporting and recordkeeping requirements for those served in the Diabetes Teaching Kitchen Program. Maintain food safety compliance standards as required by the Department of Public Health. Order appropriate equipment and materials needed to conduct the Diabetes Teaching Kitchen Program. Engage and leverage local partnerships to assist the Diabetes Teaching Kitchen Program. Maintain current relationships with California State University Northridge to serve as a preceptor site for dietitian interns to work with the Diabetes Teaching Kitchen Program. Develop and administer curriculum for DSME Project ALTO‑D and DSMT program. Document the nutrition diagnostic statement in PES (problem, etiology, and signs/symptoms) and provide supporting evidence within the progress note. Skills / Qualifications Presentation skills and nutrition education experience. Health promotion and maintenance. Teaching experience. Tracking budget expenses and conducting food research. Excellent written communication and computer skills. Ability to work with others and work independently. Knowledge of nutrition, health education, care process, and an ability to apply all steps. Required License / Certificates Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from an accredited four‑year college or university in the field of nutrition, health, or a related academic field. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement. California Driver’s License Required for this classification. Job Type Full‑time Salary Range $25 to $40.00 hour Expected Hours 40 hours per week Work Setting Clinic Work Location In Person Benefits 401(k) Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Language Must be bilingual English/Spanish #J-18808-Ljbffr Sfchealthcenter