Senior Center Nutrition Specialist (HEAL - Healthy Eating Aging Living Program)

Company Description

The City of San Antonio's mission is to deliver quality City services and commit to achieve San Antonio's vision of prosperity for our diverse, vibrant, and historic community.

Our approximately 12,000 employees are critical in the delivery of quality services to the residents of the City of San Antonio. The commitment our employees demonstrate to their jobs and to the advancement of the City's goals is the key to our success in mission accomplishment.

Job Description

For a complete job description and to submit your on-line application, visit the City of San Antonio’s employment website at the following link.  Only applications submitted through the City of San Antonio's on-line application process will be considered.

http://www.sanantonio.gov/careers

Job Summary

Under general direction, is responsible for coordinating, overseeing, and implementing support services at assigned Senior Center, including nutrition education, social activities, recreational activities, meal services, and member assessments. Oversees Senior Center operations and staff in the absence of the Senior Center Manager as needed. Exercises functional supervision over assigned staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two (2) years of experience in nutrition programs.
• This position requires a valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License OR valid driver's license from another state with the ability to obtain a valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident.  Use of your own personal vehicle may at time be required and proof of Liability Insurance will be required.
• Must obtain First aid and CPR certification within six (6) months of hire.
• Any applicant selected for this position must have a background check completed with results satisfactory to the City of San Antonio and successfully complete the City of San Antonio’s Cash-Handling Certification Training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in Spanish (speak, read, and write).

Additional Information

For a complete job description and to submit your on-line application, visit the City of San Antonio’s employment website at the following link.  Only applications submitted through the City of San Antonio's on-line application process will be considered.

http://www.sanantonio.gov/careers

Note: While there is a posted closing date, the City reserves the right to close a position at any time. So, make sure you submit your application ASAP!