Clinical Registered Dietitian

Reports to: Director of Food is Medicine Initiatives

Position Overview

The Clinical Dietitian will focus on the identification and implementation of -informed nutrition education curricula; provide individual and group nutrition education and counseling for various initiatives, some of which include research studies. The RD will demonstrate a commitment to facilitating and building sustainable healthy eating habits within the community that support the OFS mission and goals.

Organization Overview

Operation Food Search (OFS), a hunger relief organization based in St. Louis, MO, strengthens the safety net by empowering children, teens, and adults with a range of innovative programs and services proven to reduce food insecurity and increase access to healthy and affordable food. We provide food and services to 200,000 people every month.

Mission: We heal hunger with innovative and collaborative solutions that provide food today and help create a hunger-free tomorrow.

Goals: 1) Meet the immediate need for food for children and families; 2) Empower long-term skills by teaching culinary skills and nutrition education; 3) Champion change through advocacy and innovation.

For more information about OFS, please visit www.operationfoodsearch.org.

Primary Position Responsibilities

• Assist with conceptualization, development, and implementation of initiatives as they pertain to research, clinical nutrition education, community nutrition education, and .
• Conduct appropriate nutrition assessments; organize and provide evidence-based nutrition intervention, counseling, and education for participants in community-based Food is Medicine initiatives.
• Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team and initiative partners to coordinate activities and participant needs.
• Collaborate with menu and recipe development for participants and/or around medical nutrition therapy and lifecycle nutrition that apply to Food is Medicine initiatives (e.g., maternal and infant health, Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes, Cardiovascular Disease, Gastrointestinal Disease).
• Develop content for nutrition and cooking education materials such as handouts, videos, blog or other social media posts.
• Provide timely reporting of measurable goals and objectives along with other required documentation.
• Serve as an expert in nutritional science and dietetics.
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Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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  RD/RDN as verified by Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
• A minimum of 2 years' experience
• Trained in Motivational Interviewing
• Counseling skills for specific populations and disease states (including but not limited to: maternal nutrition, perinatal nutrition, pediatric nutrition, Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes, Cardiovascular Disease, Gastrointestinal Disease, Food Allergies, and other chronic diseases)
• Current Missouri dietetic/nutrition license or ability to obtain license in the state of Missouri
• ServSafe® certification at Food Handler or Manager level or ability to obtain certification within three months of hire
• Actively participate in staff meetings and initiative-specific meetings
• Participate in organizational events and fundraising activities
• Participate in monthly continuing education for RD credentials with RD team
• Passion for the OFS mission
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Helpful Experience and Qualifications

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  Master's degree in nutrition/dietetics, public health, or closely related health field
• Additional certifications or credentials or willingness to pursue, such as: CDCES, Board Certified in Obesity and Weight Management, Board Certified Pediatric Specialist, Clinical Lipid Specialist (CLS), etc.
• Experience working with marginalized populations and those experiencing food insecurity
• 2-5 years professional experience as a Registered Dietitian
• Willingness to train and serve as preceptor for dietetic interns
• Robust knowledge of health equity, JEDI principles, and the social determinants of health
• Knowledge about Trauma-Informed Care and its implementation
• Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams and diverse systems of care
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to establish positive interpersonal relationships with staff and colleagues, as well as external community for networking and partnership building
• Familiar and comfortable using the Microsoft Suite; able and willing to learn other software programs

Special Requirements

• Occasional travel for meetings, conferences, and community-based activities
• Flexibility in working hours for occasional special events, after-hours, or weekend activities
• Willingness to assist with other OFS duties as required or as assigned

Salary and Benefits:

Starting salary: $55,000 or commensurate with experience

Benefits: Medical, Dental, LTD, Personal Days, Holidays, Vacation, Wellness Days & More

Applications submitted without cover letter or resume may not be considered.