Food and Nutrition Monitor - Volunteers of America : Job Details

Volunteers of America South Central Louisiana is seeking to hire a Food and Nutrition Monitor in the Lafayette area.The CACFP Monitor is responsible for the overall development, implementation, coordination, management and evaluation of the nutrition program to promote an interest in nutrition, commitment to meeting children's nutritional needs and an understanding of nutritions's impact on child development.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Recruit eligible family home providers

Provides technical assistance and monitoring for program compliance

Maintain CACFP documents and reports in files for at least 5 years

Track expiration dates for external regulatory bodies including occupancy, fire permits and food safety certification

Review and monitor program's compliance including record keeping, daily meal count records, and temperature logs. Also, inspect storage of food to ensure it meets the requirements of the program

Create and maintain program review schedule independently

All other duties related to this position

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree in related field of study

2 years' experience working in and office or providing CACFP, SFSP or other programs

Background check clearance

Valid driver's license and insurance

This job requires a multi-faceted role and attention to details for reporting. Staff must have great organization skills and be flexible and courteous. This position also requires ability to maneuver around safely. Volunteers of America South Central Louisiana, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefit package to include: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 403-B Pension Plan, Short and Long Term Disability Insurances, Life Insurance, paid annual holidays, Vacation and Sick leave.Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, Volunteers of America South Central Louisiana, Inc. considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.