Health/Nutrition Educator

Sfchealthcenter; San Fernando (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Flexible Spending Account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Sfchealthcenter is seeking a Health/Nutrition Educator to design, implement, and teach nutrition techniques and DSME programs within the Health Education Department. The educator reports to the Health Education Manager and will lead the Diabetes Teaching Kitchen initiatives.

The role involves coordinating weekly classes, managing food purchases, and building partnerships with local organizations to expand program reach.

Qualifications

• Presentation and nutrition education experience required.
• Knowledge of health promotion and maintenance.
• Teaching experience preferred.
• Tracking budget expenses and conducting food research.
• Excellent written communication and computer skills.
• Ability to work with others and independently.
• Knowledge of nutrition and health education concepts.

Responsibilities

• Develop curriculum for Diabetes Teaching Kitchen Program.
• Prepare presentations using pre-approved curriculum.
• Coordinate weekly nutrition classes including food purchasing and preparation.
• Conduct outreach with non-profits and educational institutions for off-site classes.
• Coordinate reporting and recordkeeping for program participants.
• Maintain food safety compliance as required by the health department.
• Order equipment and materials for the program.
• Engage local partnerships to support the program.
• Maintain relationships with CSUN to precept dietetic interns.
• Develop curriculum for DSME Project ALTO-D and DSMT program.
• Document nutrition diagnoses in PES with supporting evidence.

Skills

Presentation skills

Nutrition education

Teaching experience

Budget tracking

Written communication

Team collaboration

Nutrition knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in nutrition/health

Job description

Position Title

Health/Nutrition Educator

Department

Health Education

Reports To

Health Education Manager

Position Summary

The Health/Nutrition Educator promotes health through nutrition by designing, implementing, and teaching nutrition techniques and DSME programs. The Health/Nutrition Educator reports to the Health Education Manager.

Core Responsibilities

• Develop and administer curriculum for the Diabetes Teaching Kitchen Program.
• Use pre‑approved curriculum and prepare presentations to promote healthy eating and nutritional information.
• Coordinate weekly nutrition classes which include but are not limited to food purchasing and food preparation for scheduled program classes.
• Conduct outreach with non‑profits and educational institutions for participants and/or possible locations for off‑site classes within grant‑funded focus areas.
• Coordinate reporting and recordkeeping requirements for those served in the Diabetes Teaching Kitchen Program.
• Maintain food safety compliance standards as required by the Department of Public Health.
• Order appropriate equipment and materials needed to conduct the Diabetes Teaching Kitchen Program.
• Engage and leverage local partnerships to assist the Diabetes Teaching Kitchen Program.
• Maintain current relationships with California State University Northridge to serve as a preceptor site for dietitian interns to work with the Diabetes Teaching Kitchen Program.
• Develop and administer curriculum for DSME Project ALTO‑D and DSMT program.
• Document the nutrition diagnostic statement in PES (problem, etiology, and signs/symptoms) and provide supporting evidence within the progress note.

Skills / Qualifications

• Presentation skills and nutrition education experience.
• Health promotion and maintenance.
• Teaching experience.
• Tracking budget expenses and conducting food research.
• Excellent written communication and computer skills.
• Ability to work with others and work independently.
• Knowledge of nutrition, health education, care process, and an ability to apply all steps.

Required License / Certificates

Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from an accredited four‑year college or university in the field of nutrition, health, or a related academic field.

An equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement.

California Driver’s License

Required for this classification.

Job Type

Full‑time

Salary Range

$25 to $40.00 hour

Expected Hours

40 hours per week

Work Setting

Clinic

Work Location

In Person

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Language

Must be bilingual English/Spanish