Community Nutrition Aide: Education, Access & Wellness

Osage-Nation; Hominy (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Osage Nation seeks a Nutrition Assistant/Aide to support the FDPIR program, assisting participants with healthy food choices and accurate food issuance. The role promotes compliance with USDA FDPIR guidelines and Osage Nation policies.

You will help with nutrition education, distribute educational materials, and assist with cooking demonstrations and wellness activities while respecting cultural values.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Associate degree or coursework in Nutrition, Public Health, or related field preferred.
• Experience in food service, nutrition programs, or community services preferred.
• Experience with Tribal communities or Native American cultures is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist participants in selecting approved USDA foods per guidelines.
• Provide courteous customer service to all clients.
• Verify eligibility and assist with required documentation.
• Record food distribution in inventory and tracking systems.
• Support monthly food issuance and warehouse operations.

Skills

Nutrition knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Data entry

Lifting 40 pounds

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Nutrition/Public Health (preferred)

Tools

Inventory management systems

Data entry software

Job description

Osage Nation seeks a Nutrition Assistant/Aide to support the FDPIR program, assisting participants with healthy food choices and accurate food issuance. The role promotes compliance with USDA FDPIR guidelines and Osage Nation policies.

You will help with nutrition education, distribute educational materials, and assist with cooking demonstrations and wellness activities while respecting cultural values.