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Child Nutrition Program Associate

Boston, MA · On-site

$56K - $60K/yr

The Child Nutrition Program Associate will play a critical support role on the Child Nutrition Team, improving children's access to quality nutrition across Massachusetts. The Associate will work ...

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A Nutrition Program is an organized initiative designed to promote healthy eating, improve nutritional status, and prevent diet-related diseases among specific populations or communities. These programs may be implemented by governments, schools, healthcare organizations, or non-profits and often include educational workshops, meal planning, and food assistance. Nutrition Programs can target children, adults, the elderly, or vulnerable groups, and are essential for supporting public health and well-being.

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Coordinating a Nutrition Program often involves challenges such as engaging diverse populations, ensuring consistent program delivery across locations, and staying updated with evolving dietary guidelines. Addressing these challenges typically requires strong communication with participants and stakeholders, adaptability in program design, and ongoing professional development. Collaboration with healthcare professionals, regular feedback collection, and leveraging community partnerships can also help improve program effectiveness and participant outcomes.
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Nutrition Program Specialist

Old Colony Elder Services

Brockton, MA • Hybrid

Full-time

Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

OCES is growing! We are expanding to 11 more towns covering the south shore area, including Quincy, Braintree, Weymouth, etc. APPLY NOW during this exciting time!

OCES supports older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing vital information and coordination of services. By promoting healthy, safe living for our consumers, we hope to allow them to stay active and engaged in their lives and in their own communities for as long as possible.

Join our team as a Nutrition Program Specialist to provide support in various areas of the Nutrition Program including consumer records, billing and reporting

What you'll bring:

  • Your passion for helping others and a desire to make a difference
  • Bachelor's degree in Business related field preferred
  • 2 years' experience in a relevant business environment
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational, analytical, problem solving and computer skills including excel
  • Able to organize and prioritize work with minimal supervision

What you'll do:

  • Maintain organized, accurate meal counts, order sheets, and kitchen reports
  • Take the lead role as daily contact with the Nutrition caterer(s)
  • Analyze service deliveries and other data elements
  • Independently prepare various reports to ensure program compliance
  • Recommend suggestions to improve process flow
  • Provide office coverage for Nutrition Supervisors
  • Participate in projects to assist management

What you'll get:

  • Ability to work with a team of like minded individuals
  • Opportunity to develop professionally
  • Great work/life balance: 35 hour M-F work week with some flexibility; hybrid work environment
  • Exceptional benefits: generous paid time off policies; company paid LTD and life insurances; 401K plan

APPLY TODAY!

OCES is an open, welcoming organization that respects our diversity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply!

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