Nutrition Svcs Educator U31

Louisville Metro Government

Louisville (KY)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 64,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Parental Leave

Sick Leave

Vacation

Holiday Pay

Bereavement Leave

Job summary

Louisville Metro Government is seeking a nutrition professional to assess and counsel patients in basic nutrition and to conduct education classes for clients and the public. The role involves independent work under general supervision and includes preparing materials and maintaining records.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics or related field and four years of nutrition experience, with duties extending to referrals to social services and program eligibility assessments.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition or related discipline.
Four (4) years of nutrition: assessments, counseling or education classes experience.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

Responsibilities

Counsels patients in basic nutrition principles, food selection, food preparation, and budgeting.
Prepares reports, maintains records and files.
Determines eligibility for nutrition programs by assessing patients for nutritional risk.
Refers citizens to governmental, community, and social service agencies for assistance.
Gives nutrition education classes for clinic participants and public groups.

Skills

Nutrition counseling

Public health guidance

Class instruction

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition or related discipline

Four years of nutrition: assessments, counseling or education classes experience

Job description

Sick Leave
Bereavement Leave
Paid Parental Leave

Description

Summary Objective

The purpose of this position is to assess and counsel patients in basic nutrition in areas not requiring intensive nutrition counseling. Conduct nutrition education classes for clients and the public.

This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Examples of Duties

Essential Functions

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working

Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

Prepares reports and correspondence, completes special projects, and maintains records and files.
Determines eligibility for nutrition programs by assessing patients for nutritional risk.
Counsels patients in basic nutrition principles, food selection, food preparation, and budgeting using food vouchers, food subsidies, or government commodities to affect a change in participant's lifestyle.
Maintains individual patient records according to medical record procedures.
Refers citizens to governmental, community, and social service agencies for assistance.
Prepares materials, arranges and conducts nutrition education classes for clinic participants and public groups.
Performs related work as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition or related discipline.
Four (4) years of nutrition: assessments, counseling or education classes experience.
EQUIVALENCY: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

Other Minimum Requirements

Must provide one's own source of transportation.
Must work a varied schedule.
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

Unavoidable Hazards (work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

None.

Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance

Louisville Metro Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the Louisville Metro Government to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

STANDARD CLAUSES

May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of Louisville Metro Government.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Essential Safety Functions

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices.

Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor.

Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job.

Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.

Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed and employees are properly trained.

Supplemental Information

Union Incentives: Call Out Pay and On Call Compensation

Division: Health Services

Specialty: WIC

Actively Hiring for: 2 Vacancies

Locations: Dixie & Newburg

Louisville Metro Government is committed to providing our employees with the tools they need to lead a fit and healthy life. Aside from community-wide initiatives like the Mayor's Hike, Bike and Paddle event every Memorial Day and Labor Day, and the Healthy Hometown Movement, Metro Government provides employees with programs designed to enhance their life and well-being, like a Wellness Center that allows employees and their dependents with Metro health insurance to take care of their basic medical and health needs for a $5 co-pay. Louisville Metro Government understands that a team of healthy, vibrant employees is the greatest asset we have.

Benefits

Full Time Regular