Bilingual Registered Dietitian — Senior Nutrition & Menu Education

Self--help-For-the-Elderl; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

Self-Help for the Elderly in San Francisco, CA is seeking a Part-Time Nutrition Specialist to develop and certify menus, prepare nutrition education materials, and coordinate staff training. You will work with caterers to meet funder guidelines and ensure meals align with clients’ needs and cultural preferences.

The ideal candidate holds a Registered Dietitian license (minimum 1 year working with older adults), is fluent in English and Cantonese, and proficient in MS Office and nutrition

Qualifications

• Must possess a current Registered Dietitian license with at least one year of work experience with older adults.
• Familiar with Asian dietary culture and quality Asian ethnic food planning and quality control.
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Good verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bilingual and bi-literate in English and Cantonese.
• Proficient in MS Office, Chinese Word Processing, and the Internet. Familiarity with NutriBase 9.

Responsibilities

• Works with caterers to develop and certify menus to meet the funder’s guidelines and clients’ needs; works with program staff on menu substitutions for special events, certifies menu substitutions, and keeps documents on file.
• Plans and coordinates all nutrition education activities, including teaching material development and compilation of resources on file.
• Develops in-service training schedule and resources for staff and volunteers.
• Coordinates and provides in-service training for staff and volunteers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual English Cantonese

Interpersonal skills

Independent worker

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Registered Dietitian license

Tools

MS Office

Chinese Word Processing

NutriBase 9

Internet

Job description

Self-Help for the Elderly in San Francisco, CA is seeking a Part-Time Nutrition Specialist to develop and certify menus, prepare nutrition education materials, and coordinate staff training. You will work with caterers to meet funder guidelines and ensure meals align with clients’ needs and cultural preferences.

The ideal candidate holds a Registered Dietitian license (minimum 1 year working with older adults), is fluent in English and Cantonese, and proficient in MS Office and nutrition