Early Intervention Nutritionist

At Anastasia Care Early Intervention Services birth-3, we strive to support every therapist and assist all therapists in meeting their professional and personal goals as well.
At this time we are seeking qualified Nutritionist for our home based Early Intervention program throughout Philadelphia County. Our Nutritionist can choose the number of hours, location, and time of day they prefer to work.
All candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills, be highly motivated, and have experience working with young children with disabilities and developmental delays.
Job Type: Contract
Salary: commensurate with experience
About this Role:
Our Nutritionists provide support to parents and their young children regarding their eating habits related to their overall health. They are responsible for nutritionally assessing clients through discussing their eating habits, preferences and physical activities. They coach and educate parents on age-appropriate milestones for their child's eating, from breastfeeding, to bottle feeding, to transitioning to solid foods, and track their growth and development relevant to healthy recommended parameters and percentiles.
Key Qualities:
Gains rapport easily with babies and young children
Approachable and personable
Non-judgmental and respectful
Key Skills:
Knowledge of early childhood milestones
Knowledge of nutrition throughout the human lifecycle
Active listening to make appropriate recommendations
Proficient with digital documentation tools, including email, spreadsheets, word processing, and industry specific computer software
Qualifications:
Licensed LDN in Pennsylvania, OR completion of a Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) leading to a Bachelors degree earned in Dietetics, Foods and Nutrition, or related field from an ACEND accredited program
2+ years experience in public health nutrition, clinical or outpatient dietetics is preferred
Valid Driver's License and ability to provide own transportation
Send Resumes and Cover Letters to hr@anastasiacare.com
Anastasia Care Early Intervention services is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Anastasia Care is a provider of community-based services and supports in the region. Our Agency serves a wide range of children and adults and their families ranging in age from infants to senior adults in multiple locations across the region. The focus of our services is for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism as well as adult care services/home care/companion care. We have continually served the Delaware Valley with happiness, love, and passion. For more information, check out our website at www.anastasiacare.com and www.anastasiacareforbabies.com