Registered Dietician (RD) CONSULTANT

Job Type Contract Description

Consultant Opportunity–Registered Dietician (RD) Consultant 

Posted Date: August 28, 2023 

Deadline Date: September 11, 2023, or Open until Filled. 

Position Title:  Registered Dietician (RD) CONSULTANT

Reports to:   Health/Nutrition Coordinator

Department:   Nutrition Services

Employment Status:  CONSULTANT- Independent Contractor 

Work Location:  FOUNDATION FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION, INC. 

• Main Office: 3450 E. Sierra Madre Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91107 
• Site Locations: Boyle Heights, Echo Park, and Hollywood
• Site Expansions for PY 23-24: Highland Park and Lincoln Heights 

Review our website: www.foundationheadstart.org for specific site locations. 

Rate of compensation varies between $50-$55 an hour based on qualifications of education and experience.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Under the supervision of the Health/Nutrition Coordinator, the RD Consultant will be responsible for the following services for children 0-5 years of age: 

· Assist with Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) classroom and food monitoring when needed and assigned by the Coordinator. 

· Review nutrition screenings and assessment forms for children identified with Nutrition concerns within the required timelines.

· Develop individual care plans for children identified with food allergies including those taking medication for the allergy.

·  Provide intervention methods based on the diagnosis. 

· Complete quarterly Nutrition Reports, and other requirements per agency policies and funding source requirements.

· Contact families and/or physicians when determined there is concern with the child. 

· Conduct training for staff, including Teaching Staff and Family Service Associates and others on topics related to Nutrition and the referral process and identifying concerns.  

· Conduct parent training(s) at the sites or via zoom (or other virtual platforms) on topics identified through children’s assessment results and/or Health/Nutrition Coordinator request.

· Enter completed assessments into Child Plus (Data base System) 

· Use of virtual modes of communication, such as Zoom meetings during times that local regulations require social distancing and limited in-person contact. 

· Meet with parents at the site, home or virtually to discuss parent concerns, review results of growth assessments, and discuss food allergies and/or dietary restrictions, as a part of completing the nutrition assessment. 

· Review medical statements as it pertains to food allergies.

· Review menu(s) 

· Work closely with the Registered Nurse (RN) consultant to ensure that Individual Health Care Plans are completed accurately and timely.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

Education: Registered Dietician license and a bachelor’s degree in nutrition, public health, dieticians, health/nutrition education, health administration, maternal and child health, or a related field from an institution of higher learning accredited by a regional accreditation association recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. 

Experience: Minimum 3 years’ experience in health/nutrition services administering or providing direct services to children between the ages of 0-5 years old and their families. 

Knowledge and Skills:

· Expertise in nutrition services, food service management, child health, CACFP requirements, and ability to work with the enrolled population. 

·  Experience working with families and children on topics related to nutrition and health. 

· Strong computer skills, with experience working on a data base system, preferably Child Plus

· Bilingual: English/Spanish (Required) 

· Strong communication skills

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Prior to hire, the following must be assured:

Eligibility to Work: All potential employees will be asked to present supporting documents establishing proof of identity and employment eligibility upon completing the I-9 form. 

Medical Examination: Must submit a medical examination demonstrating capability to perform type of work required and must submit a tuberculin skin test or ches