Nutrition Educator

Healthy Acadia; Maine; On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthy Acadia is seeking Nutrition Educators in Maine to deliver evidence-based nutrition education programs and strategies for chronic disease prevention. The roles are full-time, requiring planning and implementation of nutrition initiatives in community settings. Applicants should have at least 3 years of nutrition experience, preferably as a Registered Dietitian. A competitive salary ranging from $44,000 to $47,000 is offered along with benefits. Frequent travel required within the service area.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in nutrition education.
• Experience working with low-income populations.
• Proven track record of delivering evidence-based nutrition education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based nutrition education curricula.
• Implement Food Is Medicine public health approaches.
• Coordinate with healthcare partners for referrals into nutrition programs.

Skills

Nutrition education experience

Classroom management

Community public health interventions

Excellent computer skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

Degree in public health, nutrition, or related field

Registered Dietitian preferred

Job description

Nutrition Educator (full-time, three positions available)

Healthy Acadia, a community health coalition serving Maine’s Hancock & Washington counties, seeks experienced Nutrition Educators to join a dynamic team passionate about making it easier for all people to lead healthier lives. These positions will be funded through the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP), a 5-year program funded by the US Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to support rural population health care innovations and new access points to promote preventative health and address root causes of disease. In Maine, the Nutrition Education Program (NEP) component of the RHTP will promote population health through evidence‑based nutrition education and public health interventions for all Mainers and the health care organizations that serve them. We are currently hiring two full-time educators to serve portions of Washington County, and one full-time educator to serve a portion of Hancock County.

Reporting to the Community Health and Food Programs Director, these positions will support the facilitation of a sustainable nutrition education infrastructure for chronic disease prevention and management in Maine communities. The role will also implement evidence-based Food Is Medicine (FIM) strategies that complement and integrate with the RHTP NEP. This position focuses on building community partnerships, strengthening food access infrastructure, nutrition education, and embedding FIM approaches within clinical and community systems. The candidate will work independently, be well‑organized, and possess a strong attention to detail. This position will be required to keep detailed records for reporting and evaluation. Frequent travel to sites throughout Washington County and occasional overnight travel to statewide training (1‑2 per year) is required.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence‑based nutrition education curricula aligned with the RHTP NEP goals related to chronic disease prevention and management.
• Implement evidence‑based Food Is Medicine public health approaches (e.g., Medically tailored groceries, Food pharmacies/pantries, FVRx, Farmers Market vouchers, Gleaning, Clinical referrals, and School‑based health strategies) aligned with RHTP NEP goals related to chronic disease prevention and management.
• Engage with new and existing partnerships with community and clinical sites for implementation of sustainable FIM strategies.
• Engage in outreach efforts to increase awareness of and participation in RHTP nutrition education services.
• Coordinate with healthcare organization partners (e.g., hospitals, primary care practices, and FQHCs) to support referral and enrollment into nutrition education programs.
• Ensure program delivery maintains fidelity to evidence‑based models while adapting appropriately to local community needs.
• Support the development of sustainable nutrition education infrastructure across community and healthcare settings.
• Participate in training and meetings, both in‑person and online.
• Ensure program implementation follows guidance as set by UNE.
• Complete reporting and evaluation processes as set by CMS, Maine DHHS and UNE.

Qualifications and Experience Sought

• Strong nutrition education experience and/or training.
• Classroom management experience with children and/or adults.
• Experience working with populations experiencing low‑income.
• Experience delivering evidence‑based nutrition education programs across the lifespan.
• Experience with community centered public health interventions such as Food is Medicine.
• Understanding of the emergency food system, and federal and state nutrition benefits.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work professionally and accurately, within deadlines.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple assignments and priorities.
• Team player with a high professional standard, positive attitude, and flexibility.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience. Registered Dietitian or degree in public health, nutrition, or related field preferred.

This is a 40‑hour/week position with competitive salary and benefits. Salary range $44,000–47,000. Frequent travel throughout the service area is required.

Healthy Acadia provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Healthy Acadia takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants and employees are treated during the application process and post‑hiring employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type is not tolerated. Healthy Acadia is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.