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Ke Ola Mamo
Registered Dietician
Position Summary
Provides health care, outreach and case management services to Native Hawaiians on the Island of O`ahu. Under the direction of the Medical Director, the Registered Dietitian carries out functions within culturally appropriate service delivery programs in the community that include: identify barriers to health care; identification of client health care service requirements; client referral to appropriate services; client follow up and evaluation; assisting with health education/promotion activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Counsel individuals and groups on nutritional practices to prevent disease and promote good health.
Evaluate individual needs, develop nutritional care plans, and instruct individuals, groups and their families.
Provide instruction on grocery shopping and food preparation.
Perform nutrition screenings and consult on diet-related concerns such as weight loss or cholesterol reduction.
Responsible for case management of clients relating to their nutritional needs.
Provide education on menu development, budgeting and planning.
Performs nutritional activities as required for assessments and screenings under the supervision/direction of the Medical Director.
Coordinates with the community outreach and clinic staff on nutrition programs.
Provide services island wide, targeting clients of Ke Ola Mamo.
Conducts home assessments as directed by the Medical Director.
Maintains client records for completeness, accuracy, and closure in conjunction with the case management team.
Assists the Medical Director in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluation programs to improve wellness for Native Hawaiians.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for monitoring progress toward grant objectives.
Answers telephone and provides copies as required.
Contributes to monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
Participates in staff meetings.
Performs other duties as required or assigned by the Medical Director.
Working Conditions
Indoors and outdoors, under a variety of conditions in the community.
Working Hours
Normally 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Some evening and weekend work may be required; dependent on position duties and responsibilities.
Equipment Use
Computer, copier, telephone, fax machine, and other standard office equipment; stethoscope, sphygmomanometer, electronic vital signs machine, scale (weight and height), glucometer, syringe and various solutions for possible immunizations/vaccinations, and other medical equipment as needed.
Mental Demands
Duties require observing and reporting client health care needs and services; dealing courteously and tactfully with clients, service providers, coworkers, and Native Hawaiian Community; working under occasional pressure and deadlines; following instruction in company policies and procedures; complying with KOM Code of Ethics.
Communication Demands
Requires preparation of oral and written reports, memos, and other communications in a clear, concise, and professional manner; taking accurate phone messages; carrying out written and verbal instructions; giving instructions to others; public speaking and presentation skills.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; assist clients with mobility problems. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Qualification Requirements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements
Demonstrated knowledge of Native Hawaiian cultural values and practices in the delivery of health care services.
Excellent knowledge of community, health and human service agency resources.
Nutritional skills consistent with education and experience.
Excellent problem solving, organizational, and time management skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to plan and implement strategies to meet clients’ nutritional needs.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate service provisions for clients.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public.
Ability to prioritize tasks and complete tasks as assigned.
Ability to empower, nurture and provide training to direct service staff.
Ability to maintain composure under time restraints and when serving clients.
Ability to maintain accountability and confidentiality.
Other Requirements
Have a valid driver’s license and use of own personal vehicle for work with proof of adequate automobile insurance coverage.
Driver’s abstract without any moving violations within the past three (3) years.
Valid COVID vaccination card at the time of application.
Valid tuberculosis clearance with one (1) year.
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED) certification.
Education and Experience Requirements
Prefer a Bachelor’s degree in Food Science and Nutrition from an accredited college or university or graduate of a Master’s degree program approved by ADA’s Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education (CADE).
Current Registered Dietitian credentials/licensure by the American Dietetic Association (ADA).
Need to maintain active state licensure as a licensed dietician (LD)
Minimum six (6) months experience in a similar position.
Prefer knowledge and ability to utilize IBM compatible computer with Ke Ola Mamo client database and Microsoft Word.
Prefer previous experience in a patient care position.
Any combination of education and experience that would provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
To be considered for employment, interested applicants must submit a resume to:
lleong@keolamamo.org or fax at 808-848-8001.