Community Dietitian Jobs

Job Title: Community Dietitian Company: Food & Friends Location: Washington, DC Description: Founded in 1988, Food & Friends provides freshly prepared meals, nutrition support, and friendship to people living with AIDS, cancer, and other life challenging illnesses. Our team of fifty employees and thousands of volunteers deliver meals and hope to the doors of people living in the District of Columbia and fourteen counties across Maryland and Virginia. There is no charge or income qualification for our services, which are rendered solely on the basis of medical need. We seek a Community Dietitian to promote health awareness to our clients living with HIV/AIDS, cancer, and other life challenging illnesses. Duties will include individualized counseling and nutrition assessments via telephone or home visits; development of educational materials, such as newsletters; presentation of health related workshops to clients and the community at large; assistance with menu preparation; and coordination of cooking classes for clients and caregivers. The successful candidate will have a BA/BS in a relevant field, a valid driver's license, and be credentialed as a registered dietitian. This position requires in-depth knowledge of the nutritional needs of people living with HIV/AIDS and cancer, excellent oral and written communication skills, strong public speaking ability, and an appreciation for diversity. Must be willing to work some holidays. Offer of employment contingent upon a pre-employment drug test. Food & Friends provides a competitive salary and generous benefits. Our staff enjoys a high quality, diverse work environment that includes short Fridays, regular staff luncheons, and casual dress. Food & Friends is Metro accessible. To apply, please submit cover letter and resume to: Mr. Lucas Ginn Food & Friends 219 Riggs Road, NE Washington, DC 20011 Fax: Register to View Email: Register to View No phone calls, please Food & Friends is an Equal Opportunity Employer