Job Duties
The Nutritionist Associate independently determines nutrition eligibility of
applicants/clients within program guidelines and independently prescribes
appropriate food packages. Assesses nutritional status/eligibility for program services
by: Nutrition Assessment using VENA technique process/food frequency history,
assessing growth patterns, weight patterns, biochemical values and medical history.
Independently sets dietary goals based on the assessment. Provides patient
counseling specific to the individual’s nutritional needs. Makes referrals for high risk
counseling with Nutritionist when appropriate
Minimum Qualifications
• Must complete required training to obtain the Certification as a Competent Professional Authority (CPA) within 6 months of hire
• Basic knowledge of nutrition and nutritional standards
• Ability to conduct interviews and collect information
• Ability to interpret, document, calculate, and compile routine data
• Experience providing patient education and/or communicating
information to individuals
• Good communication skills, verbally and in writing, to interact with a
variety of patients, peers, and supervisors
• Ability to work effectively individually and as a team member
• Experience multi-tasking and prioritizing workloads
• Skills using computer systems
Additional Considerations
• Training, job experience, or coursework in Nutrition, Dietetics, food
services, or a related area preferred
• Bilingual in Spanish and English
• Experience obtaining blood samples/finger sticks, and taking heights and
weights of individuals
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Contact Information
Name: Michael Kalson
Phone: ov
Email: ov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter.