Job Details

Full-Time Nutritional Counselor - Manhattan

Reports to: Chief of Internal Medicine, Manhattan


268 Canal Street
New York, New York, 10013
United States

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate the dietary needs of a client by assessing their health and exercise levels, sleep and food habits, etc.
  
• Clarify information to clients and explain the effects of nutrients on overall health condition
  
• Provide counseling and dietary modifications to address clients’ dietary restrictions or needs
  
• Create individualized nutrition and exercise plans to promote healthy lifestyles
  
• Set clear objectives and provide coaching to clients to help them in their progress
  
• Prepare presentations on topics related to nutrition in collaboration with Health Education team
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in nutritional science, dietetics or relevant field
• Valid license to practice the profession
• Verified experience as nutritionist
• Basic CPR (BCLS) Certification required (Health Center will provide if needed)
• Thorough understanding of biochemistry and human physiology
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Creativity and critical thinking
• Bilingual in English/Chinese preferred

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary: $65,000.00 - 75,000.00 per year
• Medical insurance
• Employer-paid dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Flexible spending accounts for transit, parking, health and dependent care
• Paid time off (28 days for the first year of employment)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible employees, and
• The Health Center is qualified for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program