Nutrition Services Specialist

Nutrition Consultant

Essential Functions: Assesses and counsel clients regarding nutrition needs Prepares training materials and instructs clients in nutrition principles, diet, food selection and economics

Examples of Duties

• Maintains records and files
• Prepares reports and correspondence, completes special projects, and maintains records and files
• Participates in clinic operations by interviewing and assessing the nutritional status of clients, and certifies clients for participation in nutrition programs
• Records diets, histories and related personal information of clients in medical records
• Develops, obtains, and distributes nutrition and education materials
• Counsels clients in nutrition principles, diets, food selection and economics for adaptation to lifestyles
• Prepares and conducts nutrition education lectures and classes for clients and other groups
• Participates in training sessions and consultations with professional and support personnel concerning basic nutrition, therapeutic diets, and program services
• Provides instruction to clerical personnel

Performs related work

Minimum Requirements

Physical Requirement & Working Conditions: Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or Nutrition Related field

Other Minimums:

Must provide one's own source of transportation

Completion of a pre-professional experience program accredited/approved by the American Dietetic Association

Must be eligible for certification as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration at time of application

Must wear personal protective equipment as mandated by OSHA

Must work a varied schedule

Special Requirements:

Must be certified as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration within one year of employment

Must be licensed as a Dietitian or certified as a Nutritionist by the Kentucky Board of Licensure and Certification for Dietitians and Nutritionists within one year of employment

Diabetes Prevention and Education Program: In accordance with KRS 309.325 to 309.339, dietitians performing diabetes education must be a Licensed Diabetes Educator or be eligible for licensure within six months of date of employment

Women Infants and Children (WIC): Must be a certified lactation counselor or specialist or obtain within six months of employment

Union incentives include: Call Out Pay and On Call Compensation