Community Nutrition & Outreach Specialist

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; Yuba City (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory is seeking a Food & Nutrition Specialist to support Medically Tailored Meals, the Fresh Choice Food Program, and related nutrition initiatives. The role includes outreach, intake coordination, and maintaining inventories and records to ensure program efficacy.

Responsibilities emphasize confidential handling of participant data, adherence to HIPAA standards, and collaboration with the EDS team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Proven ability to communicate clearly in written and spoken English.
• Strong confidentiality and professional demeanor.
• Experience in food service or social services preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals and snacks for Medically Tailored Meals.
• Conduct street outreach services.
• Coordinate intake and program eligibility for food & nutrition programs.
• Maintain gifts-in-kind donation records.
• Assist in the coordination of the Fresh Choice Food Program.
• Maintain inventory of food products, equipment and supplies.
• Operate and maintain the mobile kitchen trailer and assigned vehicle.
• Serve on the Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) team.
• Coordinate assigned volunteers.
• Participate in weekly case conference meetings.
• Maintain participant records in information management systems; generate reports.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Time management

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory is seeking a Food & Nutrition Specialist to support Medically Tailored Meals, the Fresh Choice Food Program, and related nutrition initiatives. The role includes outreach, intake coordination, and maintaining inventories and records to ensure program efficacy.

Responsibilities emphasize confidential handling of participant data, adherence to HIPAA standards, and collaboration with the EDS team.