Nutrition Specialist
SPHS GROUP•Greensburg, PA
•Onsite
About The Position
Implements and is responsible for the completion of the certification process and provides nutrition education services to the program clients. This is a Full-Time Position with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, Tuition Discounts, and Career Advancement opportunities.
Requirements
- 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.
Responsibilities
- 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.
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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
