Community Nutrition Navigator

Priority Dispatch Corp.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. seeks a Nutritional Navigator to help clients access food resources and understand dietary guidance. You will connect people with SNAP, food pantries, and nutrition programs while coordinating with healthcare teams for specialized dietary needs.

The role involves delivering practical nutrition education, budgeting tips, and ongoing outreach in community settings, tracking progress, and maintaining client records with simple databases.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with relevant community experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in public health, health communication, social work, or related field.
• Strong interpersonal communication and active listening.

Responsibilities

• Resource Connection: Help clients apply for SNAP and locate local food resources.
• Education & Guidance: Deliver basic nutritional education and healthy budgeting tips.
• Care Coordination: Partner with dietitians, social workers, and clinicians for specialized diets.
• Outreach & Advocacy: Represent programs at events and build community relationships.
• Documentation: Track interactions and measure outcomes with basic software.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Active listening

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in public health, health communication, social work, or related field

Job description

Priority Dispatch Corp. seeks a Nutritional Navigator to help clients access food resources and understand dietary guidance. You will connect people with SNAP, food pantries, and nutrition programs while coordinating with healthcare teams for specialized dietary needs.

The role involves delivering practical nutrition education, budgeting tips, and ongoing outreach in community settings, tracking progress, and maintaining client records with simple databases.