Public Health Nutritionist

Location: New York, NY

New York Common Pantry is one of the city’s largest hunger relief organizations, providing food assistance, case management services, senior food provision, nutrition education, and hygiene services. We are a dynamic, mission-driven organization experiencing rapid growth and expansion.

NYCP is a poverty-fighting organization that reduces hunger and promotes dignity, health, and self-sufficiency by using a holistic approach to reach over 122,000 distinct people -- over 729,000 visitors each year. Last year, we served over 11 million meals. Through an array of programs that we offer, we look to establish long-term stability for those we serve.

NYCP is seeking qualified Public Health Nutritionists to join our growing Live Healthy! team. The Public Health Nutritionist is responsible for planning activities, events, and workshops, and producing outputs that will lead to a healthier food environment, focusing on serving the SNAP population. The support is needed for Greenmarket Season, Direct Nutrition Education, Farmer’s Market Tours, Farmshare, Food MD, Recipe Club, and many other community nutrition experiences and opportunities. As a part of the SNAP-Ed Program, LIVE HEALTHY! offers virtual and in-person interactive nutrition education workshops to children, seniors, and adults throughout New York City, aimed at improving the overall quality of life.

The Public Health Nutritionist will report to the Nutrition Education Program Coordinator at the 788 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY,10455 location. This is a Full-Time, 35 hours a week, and non-exempt position. The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday: 9 am - 5 pm; 1-hour lunch. Extensive travel on public transit is required for this role (a monthly MetroCard is covered by the grant).

Responsibilities:

Implement SNAP-Ed III Nutrition Education and PSE Activities throughout Upper Manhattan and the Bronx area.
Lead all aspects of preparation, implementation, and take-down for all assigned SNAP-Ed III activities.
Collaborate with the Nutrition Education/Food Equity Team on the organization and implementation of SNAP-Ed III activities within each project.
Participate in required meetings, including SNAP-Ed required meetings and weekly team meetings.
Initiate and engage in communication with community partners about class scheduling and organization.
Facilitate programs that engage diverse populations across various age groups.
Oversee the supply and materials for each program activity.
Supervise all attendance records and reporting methods for accuracy.
Assist with data collection, organization, and data entry, and ensure proper data collection techniques are used in acquiring evaluation data, and ensure the integrity and validity of the data are secure.
Plan and organize work responsibilities according to priorities developed with the immediate supervisor.
Coordinate other program-related or agency-related activities as assigned by the Director of Nutrition.
Work both independently and collaboratively with LIVE HEALTHY! team and community to support shared goals.
Communicate frequently and professionally with all team players and have a solution-oriented approach to program planning.
Work flexible hours, which may include evenings and/or weekends, as scheduled.
Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

Associate degree or higher in Nutrition, Dietetics, Community or Behavioral Health, Health Education, Public Health, or Nursing.
Certification or licensure preferred but not required: RD (Registered Dietitian), RDN (Registered Dietitian Nutritionist), CCN (Certified Clinical Nutritionist), CNS (Certified Nutrition Specialist).
Commitment to helping the communities in need and NYCP’s work and mission.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs is required.
Culturally sensitive and proficient in health literacy skills.
Travel between multiple job locations.
Problem-solve and drive projects from planning to completion with minimal supervision.
Work independently and effectively collaborate with LH! team members and the community.
Full professional proficiency level in English/Spanish or English/Mandarin/Cantonese is preferred.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Drive.
Professional written and verbal communication skills.
Experience in community outreach and project management.
Punctual and reliable; Honest and trustworthy; Respectful and diplomatic; flexible and proactive; and demonstrate a solid work ethic.
Multi-task and work in a highly trafficked area.
Weekend work may be necessary.

This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts or requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This description does not constitute a contract of employment and NYCP may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time.

New York Common Pantry is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to you without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, age, veteran status, medical condition or disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.

Pay: $22.00-$24.00/hour

Benefits:

Paid time off, including Vacation, Personal, and Sick
Medical, Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan, Dental, and Vision insurance
Paid Holidays
403(b) Retirement Account
Pre-tax Transit benefits
Employer-Paid Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
Voluntary Life Insurance
Voluntary Pet Insurance