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Job description
Nutrition Counselor
The purpose of this position is to assess and counsel patients in basic nutrition in areas not requiring intensive nutrition counseling. Conduct nutrition education classes for clients and the public. This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
Essential functions listed below represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.
Prepares reports and correspondence, completes special projects, and maintains records and files.
Determines eligibility for nutrition programs by assessing patients for nutritional risk.
Counsels patients in basic nutrition principles, food selection, food preparation, and budgeting using food vouchers, food subsidies, or government commodities to affect a change in participant's lifestyle.
Maintains individual patient records according to medical record procedures.
Refers citizens to governmental, community, and social service agencies for assistance.
Prepares materials, arranges and conducts nutrition education classes for clinic participants and public groups.
Performs related work as assigned.
Minimum education and experience requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition or related discipline.
Four (4) years of nutrition: assessments, counseling or education classes experience.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
Other minimum requirements:
Must provide one's own source of transportation.
Must work a varied schedule.
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
None.
Louisville Metro Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the Louisville Metro Government to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of Louisville Metro Government. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses. Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed and employees are properly trained.
Worksite address
louisville, KY, 40201, US
Who can apply
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