• Program Specialist

    Catholic Charities of the Dioscese of Albany (Catskill, NY)


    $25.00 To $26.00 Hourly

     

    Are you Ready to Launch Your Career?

     

    Join us in our mission as a Qualified Nutritionist at Catholic Charities of Columbia & Greene Counties.

     

    Imagine yourself as part of an organization with a profound commitment to making a positive impact. When you choose Catholic Charities, you step into a world of endless opportunities, where your efforts collectively contribute to a brighter community. We consider it a privilege to make a meaningful difference, and we love what we do.

    As the Qualified Nutritionist , you will play a pivotal role in individuals' lives, making a significant impact through:

    + Resolve participant complaints or concerns; seek direction from WIC Coordinator when necessary

    + Ensure the efficient flow of the assessment/education process; communicate with clients when waiting time will be excessive

    + Review and approve medical documentation forms for Food Package III for participants in consultation with the Health Care Provider

    + Provide leadership in planning, conducting and evaluating participant-centered nutrition education (individual/family sessions or facilitated group discussions) responsive to the identified needs/interests of participants, especially participants whose nutrition or health concerns require an advanced level of nutrition expertise (high risk)

    + Will travel to outreach/satellite sites when necessary, assist in loading and unloading the WIC van, and share in driving duties of the WIC van

    + Fills in as a Nutrition Assistant when the need arises, performing categorical, residential and income verification for WIC participants and documents this information in NYWIC

     

    Qualified Nutritionist Minimum Salary: $25.00

     

    Qualified Nutritionist Maximum Salary: $26.00

    Qualified Nutritionist Schedule:

    + Rethink Your Work Week: 4 Days, Full Impact

     

    - We're looking for a talented individual to join our team with our 4-day work week arrangement.

     

    + 8 hour shift with 1 unpaid lunch

    Qualifications:

    + Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition

    + 1-3 years of experience working with a diverse population

    We value work-life balance and offer some stellar benefits:

    + For benefit-eligible positions:

    + Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

    + Retirement planning options

    + Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day)

    + A diverse and inclusive work environment

    + Employee Assistance Program

    + Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.)

    + Exciting referral bonuses

    + Ongoing training and development

    + Recognition and Awards

    + Career Growth

    + A collaborative team culture

     

    Catholic Charities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a workplace where every individual can shine their brightest.

    Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law:

    Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/fmla)

     

    Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_screen\_reader\_10\_20.pdf)

     

    Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/employee-polygraph-protection-act)