Head Start Health/Nutrition Specialist

The SACRAMENTO EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING AGENCY (SETA), a joint powers

Agency of the City and County of Sacramento, was formed in 1978. From its inception SETA has been an effective force in connecting people to jobs, business owners to quality employees, education and nutrition to children, assistance to refugees, and hope to many Sacramento area residents. For additional information please visit us at www.seta.net.

We are looking for a Head Start Health/Nutrition Specialist to provide a variety of staff support for the health and nutrition components of the Head Start Program operated by SETA. Responsibilities include program development, training and monitoring.

Program Summary:

The SETA Head Start mission is to improve the lives of low-income children by providing quality comprehensive child development services that are family focused, including education, health, nutrition and mental health.

Position Summary: Under general direction, this position provides leadership and direction for the health and nutrition components of the Head Start Program operated by the Sacramento Employment and Training Agency; provides training and technical assistance to Head Start staff and parents; and assists with health and nutrition program monitoring and evaluation.

Minimum Qualification:

Any Combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain these knowledge and abilities would be:

I. At least one (1) year of group experience dealing with the health and nutrition problems of young children and their families.

Special Requirements:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California Driver’s License is required. A good driving record of at least three (3) years duration, as evidenced by freedom from multiple or serious traffic violations or accidents, is required.