Nutrition Assistant - Temporary

Nutrition Assistant

• Temporary Contra Costa Health
• 3.6 Martinez, CA Job Details Temporary $4,827.12
• $5,867.39 a month 22 hours ago Qualifications Teamwork Degree Interpersonal skills Professional ethics In-person customer service Nutrition Computer hardware Dietetics Cross-functional collaboration Full Job Description Nutrition Assistant

• Temporary Monthly Salary Range:

  $4,827
• $5,867

Bargaining Unit:

Local 856

• Health Services Unit

THE POSITION

Why Join Contra Costa Health? The Contra Costa County Health Services Department is offering an excellent career opportunity for qualified individuals interested in a Temporary Nutrition Assistant position. There are currently two (2) temporary vacancies in the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center located in Martinez, CA. In order to be considered, please send your resume and reach out to Kristina Jadrich at in order to express your interest for the temporary Nutrition Assistant position. Please also include any of the attachment options listed within the "Minimum Qualifications" section of this job posting. In your subject line of your email, please put "Interest for Temp. Nutrition Assistant". Nutrition Assistants participate and assist in patient nutritional care services in an acute care hospital; relieve Registered Dietitians of certain routine aspects of the nutritional services program and may perform dietary-related tasks. We are looking for someone who is: A strong communicator . You will be responsible for communicating (both written and verbally) relevant nutrition Customer Oriented. You will need to be respectful, empathetic, compassionate, and engaged when interacting with patients. Trustworthy. You will be expected to display honesty, adhere to principles, and be personally accountable. A team player. You will be responsible for establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with individuals within the nutrition department Knowledgeable. You will be responsible for providing patients with accurate meals/menus based on their food preferences, allergies/intolerances and medical nutrition therapy prescribed diets. What you will typically be responsible for: Performing patient visitations to determine food preferences, confirm food allergies and intolerances and inform patients of what is available on their prescribed diet Answering phones using phone etiquette Working with computers, data collection, and electronic health records Write patient menus daily to adjust for food preferences, allergies/intolerances and requests from dietitians, nurses and other providers. Write out snack stickers based on medical diet and allergies/intolerances Check the trayline to ensure patient meals match their dietary needs and requirements of the menu and prescribed diet order Count menu items and tally for food production General office work to maintain and organize supplies as needed A few reasons you might love this job: You will be part of a dynamic team working to improve health outcomes of patients to make healthy choices and enjoy a higher quality of life You will be able to support dietitians and the interdisciplinary team You will work with a diverse population of staff and participants A few challenges you might face in this job: The demands and needs of the program can change rapidly Work can be time-sensitive and stressful at times Workflow moves at a rapid pace as we serve a large population

Competencies Required:

Using Technology :

Working with electronic hardware and software applications

Adaptability:

Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires

Handling Stress:

Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity

Professional Integrity & Ethics:

Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability

Self-Management:

Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability

Listening:

Fully comprehending spoken communication

Oral Communication:

Engaging effectively in dialogue

Writing:

Communicating effectively in writing

Customer Focus:

Attending to the needs and expectations of customers

Group Facilitation:

Enabling constructive and productive group interaction

Teamwork:

Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals

Valuing Diversity:

Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace To read the complete job description, please visit the website: https://www.cccounty.us/hr.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Possession of either 1) an Associate of Arts degree from an accredited college or university with a major in food science, nutrition, home economics, dietetics, social work, public health or a closely related field, 2) completion of a dietetic technician program from an accredited college or university, 3) completion of a Didactic Program in Dietetics approved by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), All applicants include official or unofficial college or university transcripts, or a copy of their degree. Applicants who have attended a foreign or non-U.S. accredited university or college must provide proof of education evaluation completed by a service affiliated with the National Association of Credentials Evaluation Services (NACES) with transcripts. All supporting documents must be scanned and attached to application at the time of submission.

SELECTION PROCESS

In order to be considered, please send your resume and reach out to Kristina Jadrich at in order to express your interest for the temporary Nutrition Assistant position. In your subject line of your email, please put "Interest for Temp. Nutrition Assistant". The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices. For recruitment questions, please contact Health Services Personnel, Recruitment Team at .

CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

Pay:

$4,827.12

• $5,867.

39 per month People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person