The Carter Burden Network (CBN) is a busy aging services non-profit, seeking a Part-Time Nutritionist (consulting position) for a grant-funded project for a period of 12 months (starting September 2020). The position will provide a range of services including guidance on DASH diet-aligned recipe and menu development, nutritional coaching for seniors residing in East Harlem New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) housing, and providing nutritional presentations and cooking workshops. The position will be based out of CBN’s Lehman Village Senior Center (1641 Madison Avenue), with occasional travel to other East Harlem NYCHA sites.

CBN and Public Health Services (PHS) are partnering on a project to support East Harlem seniors in aging in place safely. This is a federally funded project through the U.S. Administration for Community Living that will create a community network that links older adults to nutritious food and other services to support their food security, social connections, and quality of life.

The Part-Time Nutritionist will play a key role in this project, with responsibilities that include:

Supporting CBN and PHS in menu development and recipe creation aligned with the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet
Offer nutritional guidance and coaching to participating seniors

· Conduct nutritional education presentations, including education on the SNAP program
Conduct interactive healthy cooking demonstrations
Participate in project team meetings and provide feedback regarding program implementation
Other related duties as needed for the project

The position will be supervised by CBN’s Director of Health and Wellness Initiatives

Qualifications:

Must be certified as a Registered Dietician
Excellent time management, communication, and organizational skills
Interest and patience in working with seniors
Knowledge of and proficiency in the Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Must be fluent in Spanish

Compensation: This is a 12 month consulting position, paying $40/hour for 7 hours per week. Schedule can be flexible around candidates’ needs but must be between Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

To apply, please email resume and cover letter to Dozene Guishard, Director of Health and Wellness Initiatives, at guishardd@CarterBurdenNetwork.org