Public Health Nutritionist

Want to make a major impact on the nutritional health of older adults in the community? The Prince William Area Agency on Aging’s Senior Centers are committed to providing nutritious, delicious meals as well as valuable nutrition education to the older adults in our community. Become an intricate part of our culinary team, ensuring high-quality food and exceptional customer service. We are looking for an organized, dedicated professional with excellent interpersonal skills to become part of our nutrition services team.

As a Public Health Nutritionist, you will collaborate with the culinary team to provide guidance for our congregate and Meals on Wheels programs. If you are a licensed dietitian and experienced in providing needed services to older adults in the community, this is the opportunity for you. We have one (1), full-time career opportunity for a Public Health Nutritionist, and we invite you to See Yourself Here and apply!

About This Role:

This position will work closely with the center's Nutrition staff and the Nutrition Services Manager to prepare nutritious and appealing meals that are in keeping with service standards and regulations set forth by the Virginia Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS). It will also assist the members of the Senior Centers in becoming more knowledgeable about the information needed to maintain a healthy lifestyle, primarily focused on diet and nutrition. This role also works with volunteers and community partners to bring about effective outcomes.

Typical duties may include (but are not limited to):

• Review and provide technical guidance in the development of cycle menus that ensure variety and nutritional adequacy while reducing waste.
• Manage community programs, sponsored by or in cooperation with the Prince William Area Agency on Aging that are designed to nutritionally benefit older adults
• Perform nutrition education to older adults through publications, group presentations, health fairs, etc.
• Performs annual reassessment on MOW clients.
• Performs one-on-one nutrition counseling for senior center member and meals on wheels clients, upon request
• Document pertinent client information in the Agency’s electronic data collection system
• Collects program satisfaction data to determine service effectiveness

Minimum Requirements:

High School Diploma or G.E.D and 5 years of related experience in providing needed services to older adults in the community.

Preferences:

A successful candidate will have experience planning and implementing cycle menus for older adults. They will work effectively with internal staff, volunteers, and older adults in the senior centers as well as the community, their families, and community partners. A successful candidate will demonstrate very strong communication skills, problem-solving & adaptability, adhere to policies and procedures, and maintain compliance with program guidelines.

Preferred skills and experience include:

• Bachelor's degree inPublic Health Nutrition, Food and Nutrition, Dietetics, or Human Nutrition
• Experience working with Older Adults
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both oral and written, to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders
• Ability to work with staff and volunteers
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations
• Experience in providing meals in a congregate setting
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to demonstrate exceptional customer service
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Experience in accessing and entering applicant information into databases
• Experience planning cycle menus
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Familiarity with DARS
• Proficiency with PeerPlace or a similar database system

Special Requirements:

• Must pass criminal background check
• Must pass a DMV Record check
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Must take a health physical and TB test and be cleared for employment
• Mandated reporter of Elder Abuse
• Certifications/Trainings required (or must be attained within twelve months) include:
  • ServSafe certification
  • APS Mandated reporter certification
  • CPR & 1st Aid certification

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Hiring Salary Range:

$70,921.50 - $89,000 Annually

We also offer great benefits including:

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
• Optional Group Life Insurance
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Development Opportunities

Full time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click here PSLF foradditional information.

NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety,Click here for the class description

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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