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Job Description: Job Description Description: The Director of Nutrition Services (DNS) is responsible for the strategic and operational oversight of the organization's clinical nutrition and dietary programs, ensuring the delivery of timely interdisciplinary services to meet the nutritional, educational, and diverse needs of patients, program participants, and community members, in alignment with program deliverables and the organization's overall mission. An active nutrition services provider, the DNS will direct the integration and administration of the WIC Program, overseeing program staff, operational performance, community outreach initiatives, regulatory compliance, quality improvement activities, and liaise with internal and external stakeholders to advance maternal and child health outcomes while supporting equitable and culturally competent healthcare services within underserved communities. The DNS is a strategic and collaborative leader with strong clinical nutrition expertise, public health experience, and a commitment to serving diverse and underserved populations. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS This job description is not designed to be a complete list of the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities required for this position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Clinical & Nutrition Services Leadership Ensure delivery of comprehensive nutrition assessments, education, breastfeeding counseling, and referrals to healthcare and social service resources. Collaborate with healthcare providers and care teams to coordinate services for pregnant women, postpartum mothers, infants, and children. Support evidence-based nutrition and breastfeeding initiatives aligned with public health standards and organizational goals. Monitor participant satisfaction and address concerns in a timely and professional manner. Clinical Nutrition & Patient Care Provide direct patient care through nutrition assessments, counseling, and medical nutrition therapy for pediatric, adult, prenatal, and geriatric populations. Develop individualized nutrition care plans for patients with chronic diseases including diabetes, hypertension, obesity, cardiovascular disease, and other nutrition-related conditions. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, behavioral health providers, and interdisciplinary care teams to ensure coordinated patient-centered care. Document patient encounters and care plans in the electronic health record (EHR) system in accordance with organizational standards. Promote preventive health initiatives through nutrition education and wellness counseling. Nutrition Services Leadership Direct and oversee all nutrition services across BMS Family Health & Wellness Centers. Develop and implement nutrition policies, procedures, quality standards, and evidence-based practices. Monitor departmental productivity, patient outcomes, and quality improvement activities. Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and accreditation standards. Develop strategic goals and operational plans for nutrition services WIC Program Leadership & Operations Direct and oversee program operations, ensuring compliance with all WIC federal, state, and local regulations, policies, and reporting requirements, New York State Department of Health, FQHC regulations and standards, and other oversight agencies. Develop, implement, and monitor policies, procedures, and workflows to ensure efficient and effective program delivery. Establish program goals, performance metrics, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance participant outcomes and operational efficiency. Monitor WIC program performance metrics, participant enrollment, outreach, retention, and satisfaction. Monitor program budgets, expenditures, staffing levels, and resource allocation to ensure fiscal responsibility and program sustainability. Ensure accurate documentation, reporting, and maintenance of participa