January 14, 2008
Nutritionist
"A trained nutritionist who is responsible for both providing comprehensive nutritional care and raising awareness among adolescent clients regarding their health needs. He/she is part of the Health Center team. Responsibilities: Assesses nutritional status of clinic population using anthropometric measurements, laboratory indices and nutrition histories. Counsels young people on an individual basis regarding nutrition, health and food needs on a short and long-term basis. Conducts group sessions on nutrition, health and food, which are relevant to urban adolescents. Provides emergency food packages and makes appropriate referrals for additional sources of emergency food. Develops nutrition education programs for adolescents. Initiates and participates in nutrition/health fairs and responds to requests for nutrition information from community groups. Participates in the training and orientation of students and volunteers in the service."
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(Photo by Terri Heisele. Used with permission.)
Posted by Jade Walker at January 14, 2008 8:57 AM