What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nutrition Educator TEAM LEAD-Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) position at State of South Carolina?
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-Provide leadership, direction, and training to include food packages, nutrition updates, certifications, and floor supervision for the Nutrition Educators/Certified Competent Professional Authority (CPA) and program guidelines.
State Minimum Requirements: Some positions require registration or eligibility for registration by the American Dietetics Association. A bachelor’s degree in nutrition, dietetics or community nutrition and experience in a clinical, public health or institutional setting; or a bachelor’s degree in any field and registration by the American Dietetics Association and experience in a clinical, public health or institutional setting. Some positions require registration with the American Dietetics Association and a valid license from the South Carolina Panel for Dietetics.
Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.Agency Additional Requirements: A Master's degree in public health nutrition, community nutrition, dietetics, or nutrition and one (1) year of experience in a clinical, public health, or institutional setting; or a Bachelor's degree in nutrition, dietetics or other nutrition degree and two years of experience in a clinical, public health, or institutional setting. Bachelor’s degree in Family and consumer sciences and two (2) years of nutrition related work experience in a clinical or public health setting, and two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Having prior WIC experience.
Driving Record: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver’s license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.
Equal Employment: SC Department of Public Health (SCDPH) is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. SCDPH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Reasonable Accommodation: Applicants needing an accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for an accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.
Immunization Requirements:
All new employees who are healthcare providers will be required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, varicella, and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.
• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, & Children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
Salary : $43,166 - $45,627
