Registered Dietician

Brooklyn, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: USD 35 - 40

Posted on: 5 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

ABOUT RED HOOK INITIATIVE (RHI)

Red Hook Initiative(RHI)

is a Brooklyn-based nonprofit working to improve the lives of more than 6500 residents of Red Hook Houses Brooklyns largest public housing community. We believe that social change begins with empowered youth and that transformation should come from within the community itself.

In partnership with local adults RHI nurtures Red Hook youth to be inspired resilient and healthy-envisioning themselves as co-creators of their lives community and society. Our core approach-youth development community building and community hiring-equips residents with tools and opportunities to overcome historic inequities and lead the way toward a more equitable hopeful future.

Over the past 22 years RHI has been nationally recognized for its innovative place-based model and was recently awarded a $1M unrestricted gift from MacKenzie Scotts Yield Giving initiative.

RHIs programs:

Youth Development: Engages 450 adolescents annually from middle school to young adulthood to build pathways out of injustice and toward opportunity.
Building Community: Supports residents in organizing leading change and strengthening neighborhood resilience.
Investing in Residents: Prioritizes local hiring-over $1.1M in wages earned last year by Red Hook residents.
Red Hook Farms: Operates youth-led urban farms providing affordable produce STEM and nutrition education and employment opportunities.

JOB SUMMARY

RHI seeks a Registered Dietitian (Contract) to support its Food as Medicine program offering one-on-one nutrition counseling and community education to Red Hook residents. The Dietitian will deliver reimbursable services to eligible clients and facilitate workshops and cooking demos.

The ideal candidate is a Registered Dietitian with at least two years of experience in a community-based setting. This is a contract position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES RESPONSIBILITIES

Nutrition Counseling

Provide nutrition education and support to Red Hook residents enrolled in the Food as Medicine program as well as to other residents struggling with chronic health issues and those eligible via the 1115 Medicaid waiver.
Advocate for clients needs in accessing nutrition services.

Reporting and Reimbursement

Keep detailed records of clients seen and workshops conducted for reporting purposes.
Maintain accurate notes and records of patient interactions and services provided in appropriate platforms. Ensuring all documentation meets Medicaid requirements and supports service reimbursement.

Nutrition and Cooking Education Workshops

Plan lead and execute food/nutrition demos and workshops at RHIs main office as needed.

COMPETENCIES (Knowledge Skills & Personal Attributes)

Deep connection to and knowledge of the Red Hook community.
Cultural sensitivity to health and food-related outcomes and utilizes a weight-inclusive and trauma-informed approach to nutrition education.
Computer skills and proficiency with Google (specifically Gmail and Google Drive)
Written and oral fluency in English and Spanish or Mandarin is preferred
Able to work outdoors and in inclement weather and willing to stand or be on their feet for extended periods.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Registered dietitian certification.
At least 2 years of experience working in the public/community health arena.
1-2 years of experience teaching community members about healthy eating and nutrition.

WORKING CONDITIONS (ENVIRONMENT) & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The RHI work environment is characteristic of a typical indoor office/program environment and the noise level is generally moderate.
While performing the essential duties and responsibilities of the job the employee will be required to operate a computer and other office equipment.

COMMITMENT TO DEI & EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

RHI values diversity equity and inclusion across all areas of our work. We prioritize hiring Red Hook residents and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race color gender identity religion disability age veteran status or any protected category.

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this contract position is $35-40/hour to commensurate with a candidates competencies and experience.

TO APPLY

Please log on to the RHI career portal at: to apply for this position. Please be prepared to upload your cover letter and resume as one combined PDF document.

ABOUT RED HOOK INITIATIVE (RHI) Red Hook Initiative(RHI)is a Brooklyn-based nonprofit working to improve the lives of more than 6500 residents of Red Hook Houses Brooklyns largest public housing community. We believe that social change begins with empowered youth and that transformation should come ...