Nutrition Specialist

Job description :

• Administers and implements nutrition services for pregnant mothers and children from infancy through age 5.
• Reviews nutrition assessments, works with Teachers and families to ensure special dietary needs are addressed as needed, and promotes child well-being through nutrition education activities for children and families.
• Creates a cycle menu for children ensuring all Child Care Food Program requirements are met for infancy through preschool aged children.
• Orders appropriate food quantities through a food supply company.
• Provides annual and orientation training for cooks including training on food safety, sanitation and nutrition education.
• Monitors kitchens to ensure compliance with food safety standards.
• Requires accurate data entry and data management skills to ensure compliance with grant requirements.
• Works as part of a collaborative team with other Head Start Specialists.
• Must be able to work independently, possess good time management and organizational skills, work well with children and families, and have the ability to problem solve.
• Must be a registered Dietician or Nutritionist.
• Travel within 5 counties is required.

Full year position begins immediately.

Benefits include

Pay :  $52,500.00 - $57,964.00 per year

EEO / AA Employer.

Work Location : In person