Child Nutrition Program Coordinator at Anderson Center for Autism – Staatsburg, New York

The Child Nutrition Program Coordinator plays a vital role in ensuring the integrity, compliance, and smooth daily operation of Anderson Center for Autism’s School Food Authority under the USDA Child Nutrition Program and New York State Education Department regulations. This position provides administrative, documentation, and compliance oversight for meal counting, claiming, production records, and regulatory reporting across both school and residential settings.

Working in close collaboration with the Food Service Supervisor and interdisciplinary partners, the Coordinator helps safeguard federal reimbursement, supports audit readiness, and ensures consistent implementation of nutrition program requirements that directly contribute to the health, dignity, and quality of life of the individuals we serve.

Why Join Us

At Anderson Center for Autism, every role supports our mission to optimize Quality of Life for the people in our care. As Child Nutrition Program Coordinator, your work directly impacts daily routines, nutritional access, regulatory integrity, and organizational sustainability. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values accuracy, accountability, and mission‑driven service while contributing to systems that protect essential resources and promote well‑being across our programs.
Pay Range: $60,580.00 - $65,780.00 Salary; Based on experience
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure accurate meal counting, documentation, and reimbursement compliance for the Child Nutrition Program
• Maintain production records, menus, and supporting documentation in accordance with USDA and NYSED requirements
• Prepare and organize meal claim and regulatory documentation to support audits and monitoring reviews
• Manage the Child Nutrition Management System (CNMS) and track required deadlines and reporting
• Coordinate child nutrition documentation and compliance practices across school and residential programs
• Collaborate with the Food Service Supervisor, Registered Dietitian, and interdisciplinary partners to ensure consistent program implementation
• Monitor documentation for accuracy, provide guidance when deficiencies are identified, and support corrective actions
• Support internal controls and routine compliance checks to protect program integrity and federal reimbursement
• Communicate professionally and maintain organized records aligned with agency policies and Quality of Life priorities

REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate’s degree or equivalent education and experience
• At least one year of experience in school nutrition programs or a related setting
• Experience with Mosaic or similar nutrition and production software preferred
• Strong organizational, documentation, and data management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic record‑keeping systems
• Ability to manage multiple regulatory deadlines and collaborate across departments
• High attention to detail and commitment to compliance integrity

BENEFITS:

• Up to 6 weeks of paid time off in the first year (vacation, sick, holiday, etc.)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with matching
• Tuition partnerships and scholarship opportunities
• Professional development and agency‑wide training programs
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• And much more, see links below

Anderson Center for Autism offers our Employees a generous benefits package: https://www.andersoncenterforautism.org/benefits
About Anderson Center for Autism

Anderson Center for Autism is dedicated to optimizing the quality of life (QofL) for individuals with autism across their lifespan. We provide educational, clinical, residential, and vocational services grounded in dignity, respect, and evidence‑based practice. Nearly 900 staff members work together to deliver person‑centered support that helps each individual learn, grow, and thrive. When you join Anderson, you become part of a mission‑driven community committed to compassion, excellence, and continuous improvement.
Keywords: Child Nutrition Program, School Food Authority (SFA), USDA Compliance, NYSED Regulations, Meal Counting & Claiming, CNMS, Production Records, School Nutrition, Residential Nutrition Services, Food Service Compliance, Audit Readiness, Quality of Life

This position description in no way states or implies that the responsibilities listed are the only duties to be performed by the person filling this position. The person in the position may be required to perform other duties as necessitated by the situation or requested by his/her supervisor.

Anderson Center for Autism is committed to providing a diverse workforce by ensuring that discrimination barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of individuals without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes a person in one of these protected groups. Anderson Center for Autism is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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