At The Stephens Family YMCA, we are committed to promoting the overall health and wellness of our members. We are searching for a qualified nutritionist to provide professional advice and health education to our members. The nutritionist will evaluate our member needs and create meal plans consistent with their dietary restrictions. They will also provide counsel, monitor progress, and make changes to plans as needed. Our ideal candidate is someone who stays up to date with trends and findings within their field and contributes to ongoing nutritional research.

Objectives

• Promote the overall health and wellness of members by homing in on their unique nutritional needs
• Work with members to pinpoint their short- and long-term nutritional goals
• Assist members in meeting their goals through meal planning and regular check-ins
• Educate members and the public on healthy nutritional practices by creating and/or sourcing educational materials, or speaking with them directly
• Uphold ethical healthcare standards
• Use research, creativity, and careful monitoring to uncover new ways to help our members
• Contribute to the overall well-being of our organization

Responsibilities

• Evaluate members dietary and nutritional needs, regularly consulting their medical records
• Develop daily and weekly meal plans tailored to member specific dietary restrictions and needs
• Monitor members health and document the effects of meal and making changes as needed
• Provide regular counsel to patients throughout their nutritional journey
• Contribute to research within the field of nutrition, and keep up to date with trends and new findings in order to best serve patients
• Create educational materials for the public and individual members, providing nutritional information and tips

Skills and Qualifications

• Nutritionist license and/or dietitian certification relevant to location of employment
• Strong educational background in biochemistry and human physiology
• Understanding of standard research methodologies
• Background that demonstrates a strong commitment to ethical healthcare practices
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to serve diverse populations with a wide range of needs

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in nutritional science or a related field
• Experience counseling members
• Up to date on trends, best practices, and new findings
• Contributor to ongoing nutritional research
• Public speaking and outreach skills

YMCA Benefits

• Free YMCA membership
• Discount on YMCA programs
• 403(b) and 401(a) (upon eligibility)
• Paid time off in conjunction with IL Paid Leave for All Workers Act

Abuse Prevention

As a YMCA staff member, you are responsible for ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all members, participants, and colleagues. This includes actively adhering to and promoting the YMCA's abuse risk management policies, which are designed to prevent and address any potential incidents of abuse. You are expected to remain vigilant in recognizing signs of abuse, report any concerns or suspicious behaviors immediately, and participate in required training to stay informed on best practices for safeguarding. Your commitment to these protocols is essential in fostering a trusted, respectful, and secure environment for everyone involved in YMCA programs and services.