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Registered Dietitian

Red Hook Initiative
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ABOUT RED HOOK INITIATIVE (RHI)

Red Hook Initiative(RHI)

is a Brooklyn-based nonprofit working to improve the lives of more than 6,500 residents of Red Hook Houses, Brooklyn's 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 Scott's Yield Giving initiative.

RHI's 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.

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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 RHI's 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 candidate's competencies and experience.

TO APPLY

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



For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://rhicenter.applicantpro.com/jobs/3769918-1021889.html