Nutrition Specialist

PRIVATE INDUSTRY COUNCIL OF WESTMORELAND / FAYETTE, INC. JOB DESCRIPTIONPOSITION : NUTRITION SPECIALIST DIVISION : Early Childhood Development PURPOSE : In coordination with the Child Health & Safety Manager, assist the Head Start program in providing the optimal nutritional services to children and their families within federal and state guidelines. QUALIFICATIONS : Education : A baccalaureate degree with a major in foods and nutrition, dietetics or equivalent hours of food and nutrition courses. Experience : One year work experience in health-related field, preferably working with children and experience providing community nutrition services to preschool age children and their families. Skills, Abilities and Knowledge : a. Working knowledge of United States Department of Agriculture [USDA] Requirements. b. Working knowledge of Child and Adult Care Food Program [C.A.C.F.P.] requirements and the monitoring system. c. Ability to translate state, federal and local health and sanitation requirements. d. Excellent interpersonal skills. e. Effective written and oral communication skills. f. Ability to maintain confidentiality. g. Knowledge of resources available to staff and families concerning their nutritional needs. h. Problem solving ability where independent judgement may be needed. i. Ability to achieve goals with little supervision. j. Ability to plan nutritious cost-effective menus for centers and families with input from families and staff. k. Computer skills : Windows, Word, Excel. REPORTS TO : Child Health & Safety Manager SUPERVISES : None JOB REQUIREMENTS and ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES to be performed with or without reasonable accommodations : Mental Concentration : Considerable concentration intermittently. Interruptions : Occur constantly. Physical Effort : Medium Physical Effort (up to 30 pounds) Confidential Information Used : Personnel related information, mother, child and other family member's health, nutritional, economic and family environment information. Special Demands : Moderate travel. Must provide proof of full COVID vaccination before starting. Special Requirements : Current Act 33, Act 34, FBI / DPW and NSOR clearance documentation at hire. Valid driver's license, verification of car insurance coverage, as well as reliable transportation (validated yearly minimum). Duties may include any or all of the following. This list is intended to be representative. 01. Monitor quality of meal service to ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations. 02. Coordinate the recordkeeping and maintenance of the C.A.C.F.P. required documentation. 03. Collate the C.A.C.F.P. and food service monthly documentation. 04. Conduct and document C.A.C.F.P. monitoring visits at center-based sites. 05. Advise Child Development and Education [CDE] Supervisors on meal requirements including preparation and complete C.A.C.F.P. monitoring forms. 06. Train families and staff on proper nutritional and sanitation procedures both in the home and at the center. 07. Plan monthly menus and monthly special diets with the input and approval of the Registered Dietician. 08. Plan and conduct pre-service, in-service, and new staff orientation trainings concerning C.A.C.F.P. and Head Start Performance Standards regarding food service, sanitation and delivery of nutrition services. 09. Work with the Child Health and Safety staff to communicate information about menus, family nutrition, eating patterns, growth patterns and acceptance of new foods with staff and families. 10. Maintain food service equipment and goods inventory. 11. Make recommendations for equipment and goods ordering. 12. Work with the Child Health & Safety Manager and other staff to aid families and staff in understanding the role that nutrition plays in individual development and family life. 13. Assist with the nutrition assessment for all enrolled infants, children and pregnant women including follow-up and documentation. 14. Develop and fol ow up with individualized nutrition goals for families and staff as needed or required. 15. Communicate to staff consistent and approved nutrition and food service information and procedures. 16. Plan and assist education staff in providing monthly food experiences for children. 17. Assist in inputting growth assessment data and hemoglobin tests in the ChildPlus software system following up with families as concerns are identified. 18. Transport families for appointments as needed. 19. Work with the Child Health and Safety Team to establish Individual Health / Nutrition Care Plans for children. 20. Plan, attend, and participate in advisory meetings when necessary. 21. Offer opportunities to engage families in the nutrition service areas. 22. Plan and provide parent trainings as required. 23. Perform additional responsibilities as assigned or required. CORPORATE EXPECTATIONS : Every employee of the Private Industry Council of Westmoreland / Fayette, Inc. is an ambassador that influences the public's impression of our organization. As such, every employee is expected to demonstrate the following attributes : Commitment, Enthusiasm, Flexibility, Positive Attitude, Proactive Approach, and Teamwork. These qualities are important to both individual and corporate success. PAY GRADE : E HOURS PER WEEK : 40 Non-traditional EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION : Non-Exempt Revised 12 / 2021

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