Manager, Diabetes & Nutrition Services

Summary

The Manager of Diabetes and Nutrition Services is responsible for managing outpatient Diabetes Self-Management Education Program and outpatient Nutrition Services. In accordance with the National Scope and Standards of Diabetes Educators, as well as the National Standards for Diabetes Education and Support, the Manager of Diabetes and Nutrition Services assists with all diabetes center programs, counsels individuals, teaches diabetes classes, and completes office duties and other Lifestyle Center functions as assigned. Interacts with an interdisciplinary team of health professionals. Promotes positive behavior change with client population using motivational interviewing techniques, goal setting and effective client communication and support. Evaluates and assists clients with barriers to change.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Reports to: Director, Community Health Services

Supervises: Staff Educators, Nurses, Dietitians, and Guest Speakers

Responsibilities: Manage Diabetes and Nutrition Services program budget, annual goal setting and review, strategic planning, CQI, quality coordinator for ADA ERP, and employee supervision. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience Minimum Required Education: Graduate from an accredited RN, Dietitian, Pharmacist, or Allied Health program. Preferred Education: Master’s Degree in related area

Experience: 2 years in a managerial or supervisory position with background in diabetes or nutrition education and support

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Applicants should be certified by the National Certification Board for Diabetes Care and Education, in addition to being certified and licensed to work in their respective field in the Commonwealth of Virginia, i.e. RN, RDN, etc.