Location : Delaware County NY Head Start centers
Pay Rate : This is an individual contractual position open to hourly bid
10 month a year program (late August – June)
Per Diem Hours vary (approx. 20 hours yearly)
Date Available : Immediately
Full job description
About the position :
- The Nutrition Consultant will assist the Delaware Opportunities Inc Head Start in the implementation of nutrition-related Performance Standards with the shared goal of achieving them with fidelity.
- The Consultant provides support and education for Head Start children, staff, management, and families of enrolled children in the areas of nutrition services.
- The expected Consultant services provided include :
- Collaborate with the Health Services Manager to support existing nutrition services, including policies and procedures for assessing a child's nutritional status.
- Available for staff and parent trainings promoting child, family, and staff nutritional wellness education.
- Review and approve USDA & CACFP cycle menus.
- Review Children's body mass index (BMI) and assist in the development and implementation of Individual Nutrition Plans.
The ideal candidate will have the following :
Knowledge of early childhood education, nutrition, growth, and development.Knowledge of Head Start.Knowledge of USDA CACFP requirements.High organizational skills.Ability to work as a team member.Passion to make a difference.Open-mindedness.Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills.Highly dependable with a strong work ethic.Excellent follow-up skills.Required Education and Experience :
Registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition -OR- a Master's Degree from an approved program in public health nutrition may be substituted for registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration. Current state licensure or certification as a nutritionist or dietitian is acceptable.Two years of related experience as a nutritionist or dietitian in a health program including services for infants and children.If you have any questions regarding this position or our application process, please contact the Head Start Director at 607-746-1641 or at thauptfleisch@delop.org.
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