Nutrition Educator

Community Action Partnership of Lancaster County inc • Lancaster Township, PA

10h • $18 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

The Nutrition Educator will support the nutrition assessment and education process by collecting health and dietary information, assessing growth, and providing nutrition/breastfeeding education and supplemental foods.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of six months WIC and/or other health/nutrition experience required

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree or certificate in health/nutrition-related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Conducts nutrition interviews to gather dietary and health information
• Collects anthropometric and hematological measurements
• Apply analytical skills to assess growth and yields care to the Nutritionist for high-risk participants
• Provides nutrition education according to established care plans
• Guides participants to set realistic nutrition and physical activity goals
• Develops care plans for ongoing support and yields to the Nutritionist for high-risk education and counseling
• Creates food packages based on nutritional needs and family/cultural preferences
• Determines infant formula packages for optimal growth and development, consulting with the Nutritionist or Feeding Specialist as needed
• Promotes benefits of breastfeeding and provides education to address barriers
• Offers support to resolve lactation challenges
• Provides referrals to community resources
• Assist participants with locating medical and dental providers
• Participates in community nutrition education and outreach events
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• 403(b) Plan
• Life Insurance
• EAP Program
• Generous number of PTO Days banked annually
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employer-Assisted First Time Homebuyer Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED