People First Service Center
SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64033491
People First Service Center, Sky Lake, Florida, United States
SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64033491
Position Number:
64033491
Agency:
Department of Health
Working Title:
SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64033491
Location:
6101 Lake Ellenor Drive
Class Title:
Senior Public Health Nutritionist
Requisition No:
865995
NOTE:
Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position with the Orange County Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) is primarily responsible for providing nutrition education and counseling for high risk and medically high‑risk clients, as well as breastfeeding promotion, education, and support for WIC clients. Travel may be required. Licensure by the Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance as a licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist is mandatory. A Registered Dietitian or eligibility to take the examination for the Registered Dietitian is desirable.
Performs nutrition assessment, provides culturally relevant nutrition counseling, develops high risk nutrition care plans, and completes appropriate documentation of services provided in the WIC data system and/or medical file using SOAP format. Provides specialized care for medically high‑risk clients, assists with management and issuance of Medical Foods as needed. Prepares and/or assists in the preparation and selection of nutrition education materials for use in nutrition and breastfeeding individual counseling sessions and group presentations. Determines nutritional risk and/or income eligibility and certifies eligible participants to the WIC program in accordance with DHM 150‑24. Whenever possible, the determination of income eligibility and/or nutrition risk eligibility and issuance functions must be separate to ensure program integrity as stated in DHM 150‑24, page 3‑1, section 3‑2c.
Evaluates program eligibility status of each client to ensure that a valid issuance of electronic benefits can be performed. Issues WIC Program electronic benefits to certified participants in accordance with procedures outlined in DHM 150‑24 and the Florida WiSE System Manual. Schedules appointments for participants through the WIC appointment system. Reviews use of electronic benefits in approved grocery stores. Provides information on WIC and Nutrition program services to clients, departmental staff, community organizations/agencies and the public to facilitate access to program services.
Acts as the Lead Public Health Nutritionist during the absence of the Public Health Nutrition Supervisor/ Senior Public Health Nutrition Supervisor. This will include reports to the Senior Managers daily updates on clinic staffing situation, facilities problems, meeting attendance, urgent decision making as needed.
Participates in quality assurance and monitoring activities. Maintains up‑to‑date knowledge in the current theory and practice of nutrition, dietetics, and breastfeeding. Prepares and/or assists in the preparation and selection of nutrition education lesson plans and materials for use in nutrition and breastfeeding individual counseling sessions and group presentations. Prepares employee activity reports of time and services provided and summarizes nutrition services and activities at biweekly intervals. Participates in community outreach events and comprehensive nutrition program activities as requested.
Performs other related duties as requested or as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES, INCLUDING UTILIZATION OF EQUIPMENT, REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION:
Knowledge of the current science and practice of nutrition and dietetics.
Knowledge of nutritional and dietary assessment techniques.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with others.
Ability to develop educational/training techniques to learning.
Ability to apply educational plans and materials.
Ability to analyze and interpret anthropometric, biochemical, dietary and clinical data.
Knowledge of basic mathematical calculations.
Knowledge of WIC program policies and procedures.
Knowledge of WIC program policy regarding financial eligibility. Ability to communicate effectively and accurately. Knowledge of WIC program policies.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work.
Knowledge of the methods of compiling, organizing and analyzing data.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
One year of professional experience in the nutrition and dietetic field; or have a master’s degree from an accredited college or university recognized by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics in public health nutrition, dietetics, food and nutrition or food service management.
A verifiable license as a Dietitian/Nutritionist in accordance with Chapter 468, Florida Statutes.
Willing to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. This may include working in a special needs or Red Cross shelter, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man‑made or natural. Emergency duties may also include in‑state and/or out‑of‑state deployment.
**DOH – Orange is a tobacco free agency.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1‑877‑562‑7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a drug‑free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug‑Free Workplace Act.
Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.
All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov
The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I‑9 and that information will be verified using the E‑Verify system.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A‑7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562‑7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time.
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64033491
Agency:
Department of Health
Working Title:
SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64033491
Location:
6101 Lake Ellenor Drive
Class Title:
Senior Public Health Nutritionist
Requisition No:
865995
NOTE:
Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position with the Orange County Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) is primarily responsible for providing nutrition education and counseling for high risk and medically high‑risk clients, as well as breastfeeding promotion, education, and support for WIC clients. Travel may be required. Licensure by the Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance as a licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist is mandatory. A Registered Dietitian or eligibility to take the examination for the Registered Dietitian is desirable.
Performs nutrition assessment, provides culturally relevant nutrition counseling, develops high risk nutrition care plans, and completes appropriate documentation of services provided in the WIC data system and/or medical file using SOAP format. Provides specialized care for medically high‑risk clients, assists with management and issuance of Medical Foods as needed. Prepares and/or assists in the preparation and selection of nutrition education materials for use in nutrition and breastfeeding individual counseling sessions and group presentations. Determines nutritional risk and/or income eligibility and certifies eligible participants to the WIC program in accordance with DHM 150‑24. Whenever possible, the determination of income eligibility and/or nutrition risk eligibility and issuance functions must be separate to ensure program integrity as stated in DHM 150‑24, page 3‑1, section 3‑2c.
Evaluates program eligibility status of each client to ensure that a valid issuance of electronic benefits can be performed. Issues WIC Program electronic benefits to certified participants in accordance with procedures outlined in DHM 150‑24 and the Florida WiSE System Manual. Schedules appointments for participants through the WIC appointment system. Reviews use of electronic benefits in approved grocery stores. Provides information on WIC and Nutrition program services to clients, departmental staff, community organizations/agencies and the public to facilitate access to program services.
Acts as the Lead Public Health Nutritionist during the absence of the Public Health Nutrition Supervisor/ Senior Public Health Nutrition Supervisor. This will include reports to the Senior Managers daily updates on clinic staffing situation, facilities problems, meeting attendance, urgent decision making as needed.
Participates in quality assurance and monitoring activities. Maintains up‑to‑date knowledge in the current theory and practice of nutrition, dietetics, and breastfeeding. Prepares and/or assists in the preparation and selection of nutrition education lesson plans and materials for use in nutrition and breastfeeding individual counseling sessions and group presentations. Prepares employee activity reports of time and services provided and summarizes nutrition services and activities at biweekly intervals. Participates in community outreach events and comprehensive nutrition program activities as requested.
Performs other related duties as requested or as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES, INCLUDING UTILIZATION OF EQUIPMENT, REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION:
Knowledge of the current science and practice of nutrition and dietetics.
Knowledge of nutritional and dietary assessment techniques.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with others.
Ability to develop educational/training techniques to learning.
Ability to apply educational plans and materials.
Ability to analyze and interpret anthropometric, biochemical, dietary and clinical data.
Knowledge of basic mathematical calculations.
Knowledge of WIC program policies and procedures.
Knowledge of WIC program policy regarding financial eligibility. Ability to communicate effectively and accurately. Knowledge of WIC program policies.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work.
Knowledge of the methods of compiling, organizing and analyzing data.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
One year of professional experience in the nutrition and dietetic field; or have a master’s degree from an accredited college or university recognized by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics in public health nutrition, dietetics, food and nutrition or food service management.
A verifiable license as a Dietitian/Nutritionist in accordance with Chapter 468, Florida Statutes.
Willing to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. This may include working in a special needs or Red Cross shelter, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man‑made or natural. Emergency duties may also include in‑state and/or out‑of‑state deployment.
**DOH – Orange is a tobacco free agency.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1‑877‑562‑7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a drug‑free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug‑Free Workplace Act.
Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.
All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov
The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I‑9 and that information will be verified using the E‑Verify system.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A‑7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562‑7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time.
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