What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nutrition Coordinator position at Veterans Integration Centers?
JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for food services management including ordering food and supplies, safe food storage, maintaining records, and food inventory and budget following USDA guidelines. Directly oversee the nutrition education and distribution program, including providing volunteer orientation, training and supervision; developing new partnerships with local farmers, farmer’s markets and other food justice organizations to increase the capacity of the Food Security program to serve the community. Competently use of the nutrition care process including nutrition assessment, identification of nutritional diagnosis, implementation of appropriate nutrition intervention, and formulation of client specific goals, monitoring, evaluation, and follow up of outcomes. Supervises operations of a community food distribution point serving over 1100 needy families annually. Maintain accurate records by reviewing monthly agency statistics, updating and maintaining the Food Bank's agency database and maintaining updated information in member agency files for the efficient ongoing operation of the food pantry. Provide hands-on, relevant, and culturally appropriate education and skills to low-income individuals and families related to cooking, nutrition, and food budgeting. Develop and grow community partnerships, create and implement nutrition education materials, teach and facilitate nutrition education classes and education opportunities. Contribute to transitional housing clients’ positive community environment through resident, staff, family and community interactions and events. Initiate learning opportunities for residents, staff and family on topics of nutrition, diet, food and health. Develop and maintain positive relationships with outside suppliers, vendors, and contracted supports.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Distribute information on and assist with government assistance applications including SNAP,WIC and TANF
- Ensure a high degree of resident satisfaction with all aspects of food service with a holistic focus on healthy food choices and appropriate substitutions
- Consult with resident services staff on individual dietary and nutrition goals
- Ensure compliance with state, local, and regulatory agencies as they relate to food service
- Maintain kitchen sanitation and safety standards, ensuring that all work and storage areas are clean, free of hazards and properly arranged
- Makes referrals to other services, agencies and community resources as needed
- Monitor programs for compliance with Food Bank, USDA and Feeding America guidelines including health & safety and civil rights compliance.
- Provide direct assistance to clients of varying backgrounds; conduct client intake and data entry and ensure security and confidentiality of client records.
- Using evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines, provides nutrition education to Veterans and their families
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30,800.00 - $39,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30,800 - $39,500