Registered Dietician (Bilingual) CONSULTANT

Foundation for Early Childhood Education • Pasadena, CA

79d • $50 - $55

About The Position

The RD Consultant will be responsible for providing nutrition services for children aged 0-5 years under the supervision of the Health/Nutrition Coordinator. This includes assisting with the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), reviewing nutrition screenings, developing care plans for children with food allergies, and conducting training for staff and parents on nutrition-related topics. The consultant will also be responsible for entering assessments into the Child Plus database and ensuring compliance with agency policies and funding requirements.

Requirements

• Bilingual: English/Spanish (Required)
• Registered Dietician license and a bachelor’s degree in nutrition, public health, dieticians, health/nutrition education, health administration, maternal and child health, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in health/nutrition services administering or providing direct services to children between the ages of 0-5 years old and their families.
• Expertise in nutrition services, food service management, child health, CACFP requirements, and ability to work with the enrolled population.
• Experience working with families and children on topics related to nutrition and health.
• Strong computer skills, with experience working on a database system, preferably Child Plus.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) classroom and food monitoring when needed and assigned by the Coordinator.
• Review nutrition screenings and assessment forms for children identified with nutrition concerns within the required timelines.
• Develop individual care plans for children identified with food allergies including those taking medication for the allergy.
• Provide intervention methods based on the diagnosis.
• Complete quarterly Nutrition Reports, and other requirements per agency policies and funding source requirements.
• Contact families and/or physicians when determined there is concern with the child.
• Conduct training for staff, including Teaching Staff and Family Service Associates and others on topics related to Nutrition and the referral process and identifying concerns.
• Conduct parent training(s) at the sites or via zoom on topics identified through children’s assessment results and/or Health/Nutrition Coordinator request.
• Enter completed assessments into Child Plus (Data base System).
• Use of virtual modes of communication, such as Zoom meetings during times that local regulations require social distancing and limited in-person contact.
• Meet with parents at the site, home or virtually to discuss parent concerns, review results of growth assessments, and discuss food allergies and/or dietary restrictions, as a part of completing the nutrition assessment.
• Review medical statements as it pertains to food allergies.
• Review menu(s).
• Work closely with the Registered Nurse (RN) consultant to ensure that Individual Health Care Plans are completed accurately and timely.

Benefits

• Compensation rate of $50-$55 an hour based on qualifications of education and experience.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees