NUTRITION OUTREACH PARAPROFESSIONAL - Range 10 / AMEA

Open to the general public any current Municipal employee.

This position is represented by the Anchorage Municipal Employee Association (AMEA) and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the AMEA.

DEPARTMENT: Anchorage Health Department
LOCATION: 825 L Street
HOURS OF WORK: Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

***Remote work schedule opportunities (telecommuting) may be considered after successful completion of probation at the discretion of management with the approval of the department head. Not all positions are eligible for remote work (telecommuting) per P&P 40-40***The Anchorage Health Department Supplemental Food and Nutrition Education Program for Women Infants and Children (WIC) is expanding nutrition education and outreach efforts to reduce barriers and bring healthy foods and nutrition education within reach to vulnerable community members. At-risk community members need support services to equitably access basic food and nutrition resources. A Nutrition Outreach Paraprofessional (NOP) is qualified to deliver public health outreach, social service program eligibility determination, and nutrition education to expedite outreach and education activities for participants who face barriers to accessing services. The NOP will carry out strategies to engage and retain eligible participants most at risk for missing services. They will answer WIC participant inquiries for services and advise WIC participants on how to use WIC benefits at approved retail outlets. They will screen WIC applicants to determine program eligibility and nutritional risk according to State of Alaska written policies. The NOP will provide participant-centered nutrition education, breastfeeding counseling and refer high risk participants to a Registered Dietitian or designated breastfeeding expert. The NOP's direct service experience will bolster outreach efforts to engage participants who experience social and economic challenges that could interfere with their ability to access food and other basic services.Perform other related duties as assigned.


The Anchorage Health Department (AHD) engages in the State of Alaska Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) emergency responses and the federal Incident Command System (ICS). This includes training exercises as part of the AHD's Crisis Health Action Team (CHAT) and municipal Emergency Operations Center (EOC). In the case of a natural or manmade disaster AHD's employees may be called to engage in emergency operations responses and recovery.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and two (2)years of experience in a health and/or social services work environment.

OR

Associate’s degree in Sociology, Psychology, Nutrition or a closely related discipline, and experience in health and/or social services work environment.

Must possess or obtain the following:

• Certification as a Competent Professional Authority (CPA) by the WIC Program within three (3) months of hire.

• American Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certification within 90 days if hire.

• Must possess a valid State of Alaska driver's license by the time of hire.

Preferences: 

• Experience providing nutritional assessment, education and counseling to individuals, groups, or the public.

• Familiar with medical terminology.

Preference will be given to Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA) employees. AMEA employees who are successful in the screening process will be forwarded to the department for consideration prior to any non-AMEA applicants.

The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to http://www.uscis.gov/E-verify. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant's Alaska driver's license and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states if the Alaskan driver's license was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant.

For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines.
All required certifications and licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon satisfactory completion of a national criminal background investigation (AS 12.62.160) and (AS 12.62.400). Accordingly it will be necessary for the selected applicant to provide certain identification information and be fingerprinted. Fingerprint cards must be dated within 30 days from date requested. The processing fee of $48.25 plus the cost of being fingerprinted (variable) is the responsibility of the selected applicant and must be accomplished before beginning work.

If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted background check. A background check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.

Military Service Interview Preference:
Veterans or who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach proof of current service to the application.  Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment.  The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual’s command organization and show the name, signature, title and contact information for the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
The Municipality of Anchorage is an employer of National Service.  Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.

Application Process:
Once applicants click the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the www.GovernmentJobs.com website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account. NOTE: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627.
 
For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Human Resources Department at (907) 343-4447 during regular business hours of Monday through Friday 8:00am through 5:00pm, Alaska Time.
 

Salary : $21 - $26