Registered Dietitian Nutritionist– Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida- Orlando,FL
Job Title (For the job being posted)- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Job Location (City, State)
Orlando, FL/ Hybrid
Job Description
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist– Orlando
This position is based in Orlando, FL, supporting the dietary and nutrition needs for our Medically Tailored Meals and Bring Hope Home programs.
About Second Harvest
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida is a member of Feeding America – the largest charitable domestic hunger-relief organization in the United States. We secure and distribute food and grocery products to more than 870 local nonprofit feeding partners throughout Central Florida. Through the help of food and financial donors, volunteers and a caring, committed community, the food bank distributes 300,000 meals every day to a seven-county service area. Feeding neighbors facing hunger is only the beginning. By investing in job training programs, advocating for access to nutritious foods, and inspiring our community to get involved, SHFBCF is leaning into the root causes of hunger and helping our neighbors thrive. With support from the Central Florida community, Second Harvest Food Bank is feeding inspiration, change, achievement, health and families facing hunger. To learn more about SHFBCF, visit www.FeedHopeNow.org.
Department overview
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida’s (SHFB) guiding principle is that people facing hunger are at the center of all that we do. Our work to alleviate hunger is focused on increasing access to nutritious food and improving the diet quality of people experiencing hunger. SHFB recognizes that it has a central role to play in the health and wellness of the Central Florida community, where epidemic rates of chronic disease and skyrocketing healthcare costs make access to healthy food a critical factor for improved health. Second Harvest has developed strong partnerships within the community addressing the intersection between health and hunger.
Travel requirements
Ability to travel within our seven-county service area
Work hours
This is a hybrid position with in-office requirements. Full-time 40 hours per week, normal business hours, some flexibility required as needed.
Job Summary
As a team member of Health and Hunger Strategies, the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist will be providing nutrition assessments, education and nutrition counseling throughout our service area within Central Florida. The RDN will also work closely with the Health Initiatives team that coordinates the medically tailored meals program and home delivery.
Responsibilities
Provide nutrition therapy to participants enrolled in the Medically Tailored Meals program
Provide nutrition counseling to individuals and groups through various methods
Provide support to achieve and maintain accreditation through the Food is Medicine Coalition, including the development and implementation of policies and procedures, reviewing of dietary menus, creating education materials, and meeting with program stakeholders.
Assess nutritional status and develop comprehensive nutrition assessments using ADIME for patients diagnosed with chronic disease related to their needs for therapeutic meals
Meet with MTM partners to provide updates regarding patient care and program status
Collaborate with staff to ensure menus are compliant and patient approved
Provide nutrient analysis for menus and health specific food boxes when needed
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in nutrition science, Dietetics or nutrition related field with an emphasis on community nutrition, public health and/or nutrition education
Current active required licensures and registrations (State of Florida and Commission of Dietetic Registration)
Strong knowledge of HIPAA compliance
Experience in developing nutrition education materials
Experience reviewing dietary menus and making suggestions in collaboration with other team members
Ability to maintain collaborative and productive working relationships with patients, program staff and community partners
Comprehensive understanding of the field or industry, including theories, practices, and emerging trends.
In-depth technical/subject matter knowledge with an understanding of the organizational impact of work.
Proficiency in tools, systems, or software related to the role (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Electronic Medical records)
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to explain information to various audiences and stakeholders with particular attention to culturally diverse needs
Exceptional attention to detail to ensure accuracy and minimize errors
Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret relevant data to make informed decisions
Ability to break down problems to find and take actionable solutions
Ability to work independently to manage multiple tasks and/or projects in a timely and efficient manner
Ability to effectively collaborate with various teams and stakeholders
Ability to lead initiatives/projects, resolve complex issues, and implement improvements
Preferred qualifications
Bilingual Spanish/Creole preferred
Master’s degree in nutrition sciences, public health or related program
Experience with electronic record platforms (i.e., Salesforce, Healthie, etc.)
Link to Apply
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Travel requirements
Ability to travel within our seven county service area
Work hours
This is a hybrid position with in-office requirements. Full time 40 hours per week, normal business hours, some flexibility required as nee
