Description

Department of Health
Working Title: PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64028565
Pay Plan: Career Service
This is a highly skilled professional position which requires an expert understanding of the WIC & Nutrition Program with minimal supervision including program regulations in DHM 150-24 and the use of the WIC FL WiSE system. Provides quality nutrition counseling to WIC participants. Successfully completes required training. As an employee of the FL Department of Health in Martin County, represents the agency and its mission and values. Adheres to all departmental policy/procedure, state and federal laws including governing participant information, security and privacy. Work is performed under the direction of the Public Health Nutritionist Supervisor.
Completes Medical and Nutrition Assessments for all low, high and medically high-risk WIC clients. Obtains accurate data on anthropometric and hematological measurements on participants. Provides VENA-based client-centered nutrition assessment, counseling and breastfeeding education utilizing appropriate educational materials. Develops a Nutrition Care Plan for identified high risks and completes the Nutrition Education screen using a standardized process. Assess client’s readiness to change and helps client choose appropriate goal(s). Inputs accurate food package and nutrition services codes. Loads benefits onto the WIC EBT account as needed. Makes referrals for appropriate health and social services and documents in the client record. Establishes appropriate number of subsequent individual nutrition education contacts. Provides Medical Nutrition Therapy for referred Healthy Start Participants according to contract guidelines
General Administrative
Learns and utilizes FL WiSE and other computer systems. Maintains records and reports of work performed and documentation of tasks to ensure quality service. Completes and submits time sheets, employee activity reports, and travel correctly, timely and according to established guidelines. Completes required training. Assists in quality assurance reviews including chart reviews, vendor monitoring, and report responses as needed. Performs WIC outreach activities as needed. Travels to other worksites as needed. Communicates with physicians and clients via telephone as appropriate. Frequently communicates with immediate supervisor.
Knowledge of the science and current practice of nutrition or dietetics. Knowledge of the concepts and theories of nutrition or dietetics as it relates to growth, development, health or disease and dietary assessment techniques. Ability to analyze and interpret anthropometric, biochemical, clinical and dietary data. Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Chapter 64B8-40 through 64B8-45, Florida Administrative Code.
Valid State of Florida driver license and private transportation required
Have at least two years of direct client nutrition counseling experience
Skilled at using a personal computer to accurately input and retrieve information
Must be able to work a flexible schedule, some days may start at 7:30am, other days may end at 6:00 pm
Have the ability to be at your workstation on time on a daily basis to serve clients
Willing to work before, during and/or beyond your normal work hours in a Special Needs Shelter, Emergency Operations Center, or to perform other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses involving any disaster or threat of disaster
Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:
To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.
We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
(Flexible Spending Accounts;
Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.
This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. 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:
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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 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). All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.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. 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.