Nutrition Coach - Part-Time - Davis College of Agriculture and Natural Resources

West Virginia University's Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design is seeking applications for a part-time Nutrition Coach.

About the Opportunity

The iNutritionCoach WV Study is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Nutrition Coach to join our team. This position is ideal for individuals with a background in nutrition or dietetics who are passionate about evidence-based lifestyle interventions and enjoy working with participants in a supportive, virtual setting.

This is a part-time, contract position with flexible hours and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the health of West Virginians.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits at a pro-rated basis, including:

• Paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• Annual leave (vacation) days per year
• Sick days per year (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits (this position is a benefits-eligible, staff position)
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.
• Wellness programs

What you'll do:

• Provide one-on-one virtual nutrition coaching sessions to study participants
  
• Complete nutrient analyses of participant dietary records
  
• Assist the with the development and refinement of study materials
  
• Assist with the consent of study participants
  
• Participate in self-guided training, including thorough review and application of study-specific coaching resources and telehealth platform
  

Pay Grade:

Work Hours: 19 Hours Per Week

• Associate's degree in an ACEND-accredited nutrition and dietetics program
• A minimum of one (1) year experience in the following:
  * Familiarity with dietary assessment methods and tools for nutrient analysis
  * Knowledge of motivational interviewing or behavior change strategies
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfort with virtual platforms and a willingness to learn and use electronic health documentation systems
• Ability to work independently, follow protocol, and maintain confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with dietary assessment methods and tools for nutrient analysis
• Knowledge of motivational interviewing or behavior change strategies

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.