What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Health Nutritionist position at Onslow County?
Determines eligibility for WIC Program benefits and provides comprehensive and in-depth nutrition education. Work is performed under the supervision of the Public Health Nutrition Coordinator.
This position will serve in the Nutrition Services Division of the Onslow County Health Department.
Regular working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00am until 5:00pm in person.
Essential Functions
Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments, evaluate nutritional status, determine eligibility, prescribe food packages, and develop individualized plans of care for WIC participants.
Educate participants and families in individual and/or group settings on nutrition topics, including but not limited to growth and development, good eating habits, physical activity, breastfeeding support, and positive behavior changes.
Create nutrition education and training plans, which includes lessons plans, group classes, online modules and associated materials for participants and staff.
Communicate participants nutrition status and additional information to health care providers as appropriate.
Develop effective working relationships with a variety of individuals.
Attend community outreach events and provide in-service trainings to increase program awareness.
Perform various administrative duties related to public health nutrition programs.
May oversee daily operations or a small or limited nutrition program.
Maintains professional growth and development through completion of required departmental competencies.
Perform assigned functions as a Disaster Ready Team (DRT) member, as assigned.
Other duties as assigned by management.
Specialized knowledge and skill in comprehensive nutrition assessment and care planning, including problem diagnosis, counseling, and evaluation of clients from diverse backgrounds, ages, and with multiple and complex health and therapeutic nutritional needs. Knowledge of human behavior and techniques for effecting behavior change with considerable skill in counseling. Broad knowledge in health care ethics, documentation in the medical record, and quality assurance. Knowledge in organization of community health and nutrition resources. Sophisticated knowledge of current scientific information regarding nutrition, diet, and health and the ability to relate this information to clients, professionals, and the general public. Skill in conducting a nutrition education or community needs assessment. Fundamental knowledge of current principles and practices of public health, and program coordination. Ability to interpret policy and protocols into operational procedures and work priorities. Skill in organizing and coordinating the work of others. Full range of skill in presenting ideas orally and in writing in a clear, concise manner.
Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetics Registration; or Master’s degree in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, or Nutrition; or graduation from a Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education- approved Didactic Program in Dietetics and two years nutrition experience; or Dietetic Technician, Registered with the Commission on Dietetics Registration with a Bachelor’s degree in any subject area from an accredited four-year college or university and two years nutrition experience; or a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition or Community Nutrition from an accredited four-year college or university and two years nutrition experience.
Valid Driver's license.
Salary will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget and market considerations.
In order to be considered, final transcripts showing date degree was awarded and/or any required certificates or licenses must be uploaded with your application even if you are a current employee or we have received it with a previous application.
Salary : $47,882 - $62,234
