Job description

The mission of DYF is to improve the quality of life for children, teens and families affected by diabetes. The organization provides recreation and education within a

supportive community, encouraging personal growth, knowledge and independence.

POSITION DETAILS

Position Title: Dietitian

Reports to: Program Supervisor

Functional Area: Program Team

Employment Status: Seasonal, Non-exempt

POSITION PURPOSE

The Dietitian is responsible for participant education and carbohydrate counting for all meals and snacks at camp. The Dietitian supports the kitchen staff, medical team, counseling staff and participants with questions and concerns related to nutrition and food preparation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee meal service at camp. o Ensure that portions and corresponding carbohydrate counts are accurate and visible. o Work with the kitchen staff to maintain high standards in food preparation and service and adherence to USDA food service regulations. o Arrive in the kitchen no later than thirty (30) minutes prior to the start of each meal in order to calculate and label the portion sizes and carbohydrate counts for each food item. o Be available and present at each meal to help campers and staff in making food selections.
• Develop and implement age appropriate nutrition education sessions for all participants. o Create a program that explores and explains nutritional issues that relate to diabetes such as carbohydrate counting, portion control, and balanced meals. o Prepare presentations for parents at family camps. o Be available for individual and/or group discussions and education sessions with campers.
• Develop and implement a carbohydrate counting system for meals and snacks at camp. o Accurately determine amount of carbohydrates in each serving per item o Display carbohydrate counts before meals. o Evaluate effectiveness of carbohydrate counting system and improve when necessary.
• Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities; plan and lead those as assigned.
• Participate as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise evening programs, special events, overnights, and other all-camp activities and camp functions.
• Assist in the planning of any special events.
• Assisting with deck counseling duties including midnight checking and sleep-in.
• All staff members are expected to form positive and professional relationships with all of the camp teams including counselors and program team members, kitchen team members, maintenance team members, and healthcare professional volunteers.

DYF 5167 Clayton Rd., Suite F, Concord, CA 94521 (925) 680-4994 www.dyf.org

EQUIPMENT USED

• The Dietitian may be asked to use specific equipment while on or off camp. These include but are not limited to: o Ovens, toasters, grills, knives, and other cooking tools o Dishwashers o Fire protection equipment such as fire extinguishers and fire hoses o Diabetes related equipment

STATEMENT REGARDING QUALIFICATIONS

DYF does not expect every applicant to have every skill and qualification listed here, and we are committed to the professional development of our employees. A strong candidate who is interested in growing and learning in this role might be a good fit if they can demonstrate some or most of the qualifications listed below.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be certified or become certified in First Aid and CPR for infant, child, and adult, including AED.
• Ability to interact with all age levels.
• Training and/or experience in the field of dietetics. Current dietetics students okay.
• Must have current ServSafe Food Handler’s Certification or become certified prior to the start of the program.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Understand the development needs of youth.
• Ability to relate to youth and adults in a positive manner.
• Ability to relate to fellow staff members and volunteers in a positive team-oriented atmosphere.
• Ability to accurately determine carbohydrate counts for meals and snacks.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to communicate and work with groups of varying ages and skill levels while providing necessary instruction to campers, volunteers, and staff.
• Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
• Ability to observe staff behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate management techniques.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
• Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
• Physical ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Endurance for prolonged standing, bending, stooping, walking long distances, hiking, climbing and stretching.
• Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate outdoor equipment and camp activities including insulin administration and blood checking.
• Average range of hearing and eye sight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper activities and programs.
• Willingness to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours with limited or simple equipment and facilities with daily exposure to sun, heat, and animals such as bugs, snakes, bears, & bats.
• Full vaccination against COVID-19.

DYF 5167 Clayton Rd., Suite F, Concord, CA 94521 (925) 680-4994 www.dyf.org

COMPENSATION

Summer Programs: $527 per week, with meals and lodging included.
Weekend Programs: This is a volunteer position with no monetary compensation but with meals and lodging included for the length of the program.

STATEMENT REGARDING INCLUSION

DYF believes that all of our stakeholders deserve access to culturally relevant and inclusive programming. We strive towards fostering a culture where our staff are represented and honored for their identities and lived experiences. We recognize that this work is ongoing, and we strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to join us in this process, particularly people with disabilities, people of color, veterans, and LGBTQ+ community members. The person selected for this role must value and advocate for equity and inclusion.

TO APPLY

Visit the DYF website at www.dyf.org to submit an application online.
Please direct any questions about this position to info@dyf.org

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties,

responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the role.

DYF is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees with respect to any terms or conditions of employment on account of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation,

age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, citizenship, military service status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.

DYF 5167 Clayton Rd., Suite F, Concord, CA 94521 (925) 680-4994 www.dyf.org

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $527.00 per week

Medical specialties:

• Dietetics

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kings Canyon National Park, CA: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

Work Location: In person

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