Company description
Our Mission
The Brownsville Community Culinary Center provides free, world-class culinary vocational training to Brownsville residents through our culinary training program. We work with our numerous site partners to offer a safe, comfortable space where neighbors can access fresh, healthy, affordable, culturally relevant foods, prepared by training program participants apprenticing alongside industry professionals. The BCCC is available to community groups seeking to organize and address issues affecting the neighborhood, and to celebrate, relax, learn, train and enjoy each other’s company.
Job description
The Registered Dietitian (RDN) will lead nutrition education, meal planning, and medically tailored meal (MTM) coordination for the Brownsville Wellness Program as part of NYS 1115 Waiver Social Care Network. In addition to providing reimbursable SCN services, the RDN will also expand the BWP’s presence through community-based workshops, cooking demonstrations, and wellness partnerships that promote sustainable, culturally appropriate health behaviors in Brownsville and beyond.
Key Responsibilities
1. SCN-Compliant Nutrition Services
● Deliver individual and group-based nutrition counseling for Medicaid participants enrolled in the BWP.
● Complete participant nutrition assessments to determine eligibility for MTMs and assist in customization of dietary plans.
● Document all services in the SCN IT Platform, including service delivery, progress tracking, and participant feedback.
● Collaborate with CHW and Program Manager to ensure that Social Care Plans align with medical nutrition therapy (MNT) goals.
2. Community-Based Education & Outreach
● Develop and lead engaging, culturally tailored nutrition education workshops, including cooking classes, grocery store tours, and community nutrition programs.
● Design content and curricula on chronic disease prevention (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, obesity), maternal health, and food literacy.
● Represent BWP at health fairs, schools, and local partner sites (churches, housing developments) to promote healthful eating.
● Collect feedback from participants and community members to continuously improve program offerings and increase relevance.
3. Program Expansion & Innovation
● Support development of fee-for-service wellness programming, including, meal prep classes, and private consults.
● Assist in piloting non-Medicaid nutrition services for broader community engagement.
● Contribute to program design for grants related to maternal health, chronic disease prevention, and food justice.
4. Administrative & Collaborative Support
● Maintain nutrition-related protocols, assessments, and reporting tools in compliance with NYS Department of Health and SCN guidelines.
● Assist in procurement and planning for medically tailored meals and food distributions.
● Provide mentorship or guidance to culinary students, volunteers, or interns as needed.
● Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and coalition activities as a key member of the BWP team.
Required Skills & Qualifications
● Current Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential and active NY State license required.
● Minimum 2 years of experience in community nutrition, public health, or clinical counseling (experience with Medicaid populations preferred).
● Strong skills in group facilitation, nutrition education, and culturally responsive content development.
● Familiarity with social determinants of health, food insecurity, and chronic disease management.
● Experience using electronic health record (EHR) systems, nutrition assessment tools, and/or referral platforms.
● Exceptional communication, collaboration, and documentation skills.
Education & Experience
● Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field from an accredited institution.
● Completion of accredited dietetic internship or supervised practice program.
● Specialized experience in diabetes care, maternal nutrition, and/or mental health nutrition is a plus.
Work Schedule & Requirements
● Flexible schedule including some evenings and Saturdays to accommodate community programming.
● Must be comfortable with field-based work in various community settings throughout Brooklyn.
● Completion of required trainings in HIPAA, CLAS, and trauma-informed care within 30 days of hire.
Compensation
this position is: salaried, $64,350 - $75,000
Application instructions
This job expired on December 13, 2025
Deadline
December 31, 2025