Certifying Health Professional 2

Position Available

Allen County WIC Program

Full-time: 37.5 hours a week. Monday through Friday 8am to 4:30pm.

Certifying Health Professional 2

Pay Range L ($24.35-$29.71)

Immediate Supervisor: Allen County WIC Director

Job Responsibilities:

Under direction of the Allen County WIC Director, the Certifying Health Professional 2 performs a variety of nutrition and breastfeeding related functions, including nutrition and breastfeeding assessment, counseling, certification and benefits issuance for WIC participants. Assist with WIC program planning, provision, evaluation and outreach. Provides services in compliance with applicable program standards, state laws and rules, and Board of Health adopted policies and regulations. Represents program at community programs and with other community, state, and regulating agencies to conduct routine business. This position is grant funded.

Qualifications:

· Must be an Ohio Licensed Dietitian (LD), Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN); additional certification as a Certified Lactation Consultant (CLC) or Certified lactation Specialist (CLS) or IBCLC preferred.

· Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in the State of Ohio may be considered.

· Experience in maternal and child nutrition including breastfeeding education, and literacy and language skills appropriate to address the needs of diverse participants preferred.

· A minimum of 1-year experience working with WIC or public health preferred.

· Must possess & maintain a valid & unrestricted registration/license as appropriate.

· Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and proof of auto liability insurance coverage required.

If interested submit resume to Human Resources, Allen County Public Health. Until filled.

BENEFITS: 12 Paid holidays, immediate vacation and sick time accrual, low cost health insurance with telehealth available, dental, vision and life insurances available, OPERS public retirement system.

Applicants interested in the position may submit a resume by 12/20/2024 to: Human Resources, Allen County Public Health, PO Box 1503, Lima, OH 45802 or email to jobs(@)allenhealthdept.org

Allen County Public Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.35 - $29.71 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24 - $30