Category: Dietitian / Nutritionist
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services
Department: RWJBH Community Health Project
Location: 95 Old Short Hills Road, West Orange, NJ 07052
Job Title: Nutritionist RD
Location: Barnabas Health Corp
Department: RWJBH Community Health Project
Req#: 0000198525
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $56,565.00 - $73,855.00 Annual
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
Job Overview:
This role will deliver group nutrition and culinary education programs at the RWJBH Food Hub located in Newark, NJ. The RWJBH Food Hub is a multi-use space centered around local food aggregation, nutrition education, social service access and community connectivity. The dietitian will empower and guide community members of all ages to embrace a healthy lifestyle through engaging programs and personalized support. This is a unique role which involves flexible scheduling, including nights and weekends to accommodate community needs. We are looking for an enthusiastic and visionary nutrition expert with experience in lifestyle medicine and community engagement.
Qualifications:
Required:
Bachelor s or Master s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics2-3 years of experience of culinary skills and group nutrition education preferredThe candidate should have strong understanding of the social determinants of health and public health issues.Ability to work collaboratively in a networked, community-driven environment.Certifications and Licenses Required:
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential required.Essential Job Functions:
Design and lead interactive nutrition education and culinary workshops in the center s teaching kitchen, engaging adults, children, families, college students, and seniors. Utilize culinary skills to develop recipes for chronic disease prevention incorporating community preferences. Guide groups and individuals to making positive behavior changes addressing health conditions and personal goals. Collaborate with the hub s center leadership to integrate nutrition education with food hub activities.Participate in community events for health promotion and marketing.Maintain and foster new relationships with community/partner organizations and key stakeholders.Collection of metrics and data for monthly departmental reporting.Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Additional Information:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)Medical and Prescription Drug InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,
high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering
a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
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