[Hiring] NC ROOTS Regional Head of Food is Medicine Program Development @TRILLIUM HEALTH RESOURCES

Role Description

Trillium Health Resources has a career opening for an NC ROOTS Regional Head of Food is Medicine Program Development Manager to join our team! The Regional Head of Food is Medicine Program Development is responsible for designing, building, and operationalizing a comprehensive, region-wide Food is Medicine strategy under the NC ROOTS Hub. This role integrates nutrition-based interventions into clinical care and community systems to improve outcomes for high-risk populations, particularly those with chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and maternal health needs. The Head of Food is Medicine ensures that all programs are evidence-based, clinically aligned, operationally scalable, and tied to measurable health outcomes and cost impact.

• Develop a comprehensive regional Food is Medicine strategy aligned with NC ROOTS priorities.
• Partner with the CMO and providers to embed Food is Medicine into clinical workflows.
• Build and manage a regional network of food providers and community partners, including food banks and pantries, local farms and food distributors, and community-based organizations.
• Translate strategy into clear implementation plans, workflows, and timelines.
• Identify workforce needs related to nutrition and food program delivery.

Note: Recruitment for this position is being conducted in anticipation of program funding approval. The position is contingent upon receipt and continuation of funding through the NC Roots effective June 1, 2026. The organization reserves the right to delay hiring, modify, or withdraw the position based on funding status.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree and three (3) years of experience in healthcare, public health, nutrition programs, or community-based program development, including experience in the design or implementation of Food is Medicine, nutrition, or food access programs;
  • OR Bachelor’s degree and one (1) year of experience in the same fields;
  • OR Equivalent combination of education/experience.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must reside in North Carolina and within Region 5 of Trillium’s catchment area, which includes the following counties: Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus, Cumberland, Harnett, Hoke, Lee, Montgomery, Moore, New Hanover, Pender, Richmond, Robeson, Sampson, and Scotland.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Nutrition, or a related field (preferred).
• Supervision of two (2) or more employees (preferred).
• Clinical nutrition experience (preferred).
• Experience with Medicaid populations and/or value-based care models (preferred).
• Experience working with food systems, supply chains, or community food networks (preferred).
• Familiarity with North Carolina healthcare and community landscape (preferred).
• Fully licensed by the State of North Carolina as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) (preferred).

Benefits

• Typical working hours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm; flexible work schedules with some roles with management approval.
• Work-from-home options available for most positions.
• Health Insurance with no premium for employee coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 24 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 12 paid holidays in your first year.
• NC Local Government Retirement Pension (defined-benefit plan).
• 401k with 5% employer match and immediate vesting.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer.
• Quarterly stipend for remote work supplies.

Deadline for Application

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 11:59 pm.

How to Apply

To be considered, submit your application and resume through our ADP Career Center. Your resume must include:

• Employer name, dates of service (month/year), average hours worked per week, and essential job duties.
• Education details (degree type, date awarded, institution, field of study).
• Licensure/certification information, if applicable.

After submission, your resume will be reviewed to ensure it meets the essential criteria for the position. You’ll be notified by HR regarding your application status as appropriate. All applicants will receive a final update once the recruitment cycle closes.

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Trillium Health Resources is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and a drug-free workplace. All candidates must pass a drug test as a condition of employment.