Nutritionist II

First District Health Unit is accepting applications for the position of Nutritionist II in the Minot office. This is a full-time position located in the Minot office. The Nutritionist advises clients how to plan, budget, shop, prepare balanced meals, and handle and store food. A Registered Dietitian (RD or master’s degree in nutrition or public health is required. The full job description and requirements can be found below. The salary for this position starts at $53,703 per year, or $4,475/month. To be considered, you must visit www.fdhu.org to submit an application. A resume is also required. It can either be submitted with the application or through really. Applications will be accepted until January 17, 2025, or until the position is filled.

Job Summary: The Nutritionist II advises clients how to plan, budget, shop, prepare balanced meals, and handle and store food by performing the following duties.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides counselling and develops care plans for all participants identified as high risk.
• Advises clients of advantages of other food assistance programs such as SNAP, farmer’s markets,
• food pantries, soup kitchens, etc.

• Participates in data collection.
• Recommends alternate economical and nutritional food choices.
• Discusses meal preparation.
• Suggests alternate methods of food preparation.
• Assists in planning of food budget.
• Advises clients on preferred methods of sanitation.
• Consults with supervisor concerning programs for individual families.
• Maintains records concerning results of family visits.
• Provides Nutrition education on appropriate topics.
• Refers clients to appropriate helping agencies.
• Obtains anthropometric data on clients.
• Assist in emergency response.
• Other duties as assigned.Skills and Abilities

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations;
• Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve new things.
• Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments

Requirements:

• Registered Dietitian (RD) or master’s degrees in nutrition or public Health.
• Current Driver's license
• Current North Dakota nutrition license
• Current RD credentials

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds at a time with or without assistance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $4,475.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Employees are required to be current on vaccinations, including annual flu shots. Does this pose any problem for you?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $4,475 - $53,703