RE: Job Opening – “Nutritionist - Just Say Yes to fruit & Vegetables Program (JSY)”
Where:
Food Bank for Westchester
200 Clearbrook Rd
Elmsford, NY 10523
How to apply: All interested parties must send a cover letter (expressing interest & highlighting experience) with a resume to [log in to unmask] – Subject line should say “Nutritionist – JSY Opening – your name”
Deadline: Interviews are currently being scheduled (as of 8/8/12)
Job Description: (Below)
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Nutritionist - Just Say Yes to fruit & Vegetables Program (JSY)”
About the Food Bank for Westchester:
The Food Bank for Westchester mission is to lead, engage and educate Westchester County in creating a hunger free environment.
The Food Bank for Westchester was incorporated as a not-for-profit 501 (c) 3 organization under the name of “Food People Allied To Combat Hunger Inc.” (Food- PATCH) in 1989 to respond to the growing needs of hungry Westchester residents. The Food Bank has become the backbone of Westchester’s emergency food distribution network, providing over 95% of all the food distributed by over 227 grass roots programs such as food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters and residential programs, helping to feed some or all of the 200,000 Westchester seniors, children and their families who are hungry or at risk of hunger. To date the Food Bank has distributed over 90 million pounds of food.
The Food Bank for Westchester is a member of Feeding America, the national food bank network and a founding member of the Food Bank Association of New York State.
In 2012 the Food Bank for Westchester relocated to a 37,000 sq. ft. facility in Elmsford increasing its capacity to distribute over 17 million pounds of food, helping to feed more hungry people now and into the future.
GENERAL STATEMENT
The Just Say Yes - Nutritionist is a grant-funded position by the New York State Department of Health, Hunger Prevention Nutrition Assistance Program. Responsible for planning and implementing Nutrition Education to The Food Bank for Westchester member programs with a major focus on SNAP eligible clients. This position may require some "after business' and week end hours. This position reports to the Member Services/Nutrition Resource Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Registered Dietitian preferred OR
- BS in Nutrition OR
- BS in Public Health with a minimum 15 credits in nutrition
- Must have 2 years community nutrition/public health experience
- Strong computer skills
- Travel required with possible overnight travel
- Serv-safe certified within first 6 months of employment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
This position reports directly to the Member Service Manager and will work in tandem with the Agency Relations Coordinator and the Food Growing Project Coordinator.
Specific duties will include, but not limited to:
1. JSY Nutritionist/Consultant will perform the following services for the Food Bank in the capacity of a Public Health Nutritionist:
- Assist in the implementation of a comprehensive nutrition education and obesity prevention program for low-income individuals accessing emergency food programs
- Identify food pantries, shelters and soup kitchens who will participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Education Program (SNAP-Ed)
- Schedule and conduct nutrition education sessions and recipe demonstrations with SNAP- eligible participants
- Market JSY nutrition education sessions to food pantry operators and community partners to highlight nutrition education training opportunities that are available to food stamp eligible populations
- Participate in activities sponsored by the Food Banks, HPNAP, community groups and other partners to facilitate SNAP-Ed program objectives
- Conduct a minimum of 12 nutrition education sessions with at least 100 SNAP eligible participants per month using lesson plan materials provided
- Utilize learner-centered and facilitated group discussion teaching techniques to enhance effectiveness of nutrition education sessions
- Maintain regional calendar / contact information for JSY website
- Identify community events that support SNAP-Ed goals for the intended target audience
- Provide written reports to NYSDOH
- Actively participate in all JSY team conference calls and events. Strive to manage all resources wisely for the maximum use of the Program.
- Seek opportunities for professional development to improve effectiveness in the performance of job duties
- Participate in other SNAP-Ed related duties as “assigned” (ex. curriculum redesign, recipe development, etc)
2. Program Activities
• Work closely with appropriate Food Bank staff and member agency staff to conduct special food delivery programs such as the Mobile Pantry, SNAP and STEPS programs.
• Work in collaboration with the Food Bank staff and Department of Health to assess the emergency food programs prior to developing policies and implementing environmental changes to support health promotion and obesity prevention activities.
• Develop and implement a nutrition component to special food delivery programs/ projects and community activities as needed.
• Work closely with other organizations locally, regionally and nationally to promote a healthy life style.
• Assist Agency Relations Coordinator to develop programs and training for all members relevant to marketing JSY.
3. Other:
• Contribute to the monthly newsletter, nutrition web page and other publications as needed.
• Market food products to member programs and their clients, as needed
• Other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
Ability to enter and access information on computers and desk top publishing systems.
Ability to file and retrieve information from office flies.
Ability to access all work sites of the agency.
Ability to travel independently in the day time and evening.
Ability to give speeches and presentations to groups.
Ability to lift, carry, and set - up a variety of promotional materials including VCRs, materials in boxes, and table top screens (weighing up to 25 pounds).
Ability to lift 25 pounds.
Ability to pack and unpack and put away various materials.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Working inside in office environment.
Working outside in a variety of conditions on special events/promotional projects (targeting SNAP –Ed audiences).
Travel throughout The Food Bank for Westchester service area.
Irregular or extended work hours.
The purpose of this job description is to provide an overview of the scope of the position. This is not a comprehensive list of duties/responsibilities. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
Join us on October 18, 2012 for the 22nd Annual Celebration of "An Evening in Good Taste" to End Childhood Hunger. Go to www.foodbankforwestchester.org to purchase tickets on-line.
Toby Pidgeon
Director of Operations
Food Bank for Westchester
200 Clearbrook Road
Elmsford, NY 10523
Ph: (914) 923-1100
Fax: (914) 923-1198
Food Bank for Westchester, Leading the Charge To End Hunger