5/28/2019
Public Health Nutritionist II
Berrien County Health Department - Benton Harbor, MI
About the Role: The WIC Nutritionist provides encouragement and support to pregnant women and famiilies. The Nutritionist provides advice, answers common questions on Nutrition to mothers and pregnant women, and makes connections to professional lactation assistance where necessary. The Nutritionist is enthusiastic and strives to help mothers enjoy a positive pregnancy and experience feeding their baby.
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Starting Salary Range: $43,627 - $49,076
Typical Duties:
- Plans, develops and implements nutritional education and care plans for program participants in conjunction with the Women, Infants and Children’s (WIC) program and the general health education programs of the Department.
- Works with high-risk clients to develop individualized care plans and acts as a liaison with medical providers to approve requests for specialized infant nutritional needs.
- Develops other nutrition protocols and nutrition education lessons to be used with high-risk clients.
- Plans and conducts classes on nutrition and diets to groups with special nutritional needs such as heart and diabetic patients, and other participants in Health Department programs.
- Serves as an advisor on nutrition to special health projects such as Family Planning and Maternal and Child Health programs.
- Provides consultation and in-service training on nutrition to departmental employees and employees of related health organizations.
- May conduct assessments for medical/nutritional eligibility for Departmental programs.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics and certification as a Registered Dietitian.
Experience: Minimum of nine months experience working in field of nutrition or dietetics.
Note: Applicants who have their Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics, but do not yet have their certification as a Registered Dietician are encouraged to apply, as they would qualify for the position of Public Health Nutritionist I ($39,663-$44,612).
Desired Qualifications:
- Thorough knowledge of the principles of human nutrition.
- Considerable knowledge of dietary control of diseases.
- Knowledge of the principles of health education and public health administration.
- Ability to plan, organize and develop a public nutrition consultation and education program.
- Ability to apply education and public information techniques to the science of nutrition.
- Ability to work with community organizations in the development of nutrition programs.
- Considerable skill in speaking and writing concerning nutrition.
The Berrien County Health Department offers a rewarding work environment, values creative thinking, and emphasizes employee professional development. The generous benefits package includes paid holidays/time off, health insurance, and retirement options. Visit the Health Department website to learn more about all the Berrien County Health Department does for our community.
Any offer of employment is conditioned on the successful completion of a drug test and pre-employment medical exam.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $43,627.00 to $49,076.00 /year
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
5/21/2019
WIC Nutrition Education Coordinator, Full-Time
Position Overview: Responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of nutritional services and information for all WIC program clients. Provide nutrition assessment counseling and education for parents and children.
Essential Qualifications:
1. Education: Must meet state and federal CPA requirements: Registered Dietitian, Nutritionist, Registered Nurse, etc.
2. Training: As required for the position.
3. Certification/Licenses: N/A
4. Work Experience: Three years’ experience in providing client or patient teaching and counseling in related public health nutrition areas as well as experience with the WIC program and the WIC eligible population.
Any equivalent combination of education and work experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position may be considered at the discretion of the CEO.
5. Transportation: Must have access to reliable transportation throughout the workday.
6. Basic Skills: Excellent reading, mathematical, verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to use computers, Microsoft Office platforms and databased computer software programs. Ability to organize, present and facilitate trainings.
7. Problem solving, Decision Making and Interpersonal Skills: Independent judgement to complete routine tasks. Establish and maintain positive relationships with people of all economic levels, cultures and capabilities. Ability to prioritize and make quick decision in a high-pressure, rapid-paced environment. Must be able to promote teamwork, participate as a team member with other agency staff and as part of interagency teams.
8. Physical and Mental Capabilities: Ability to work on short and long-term projects. Ability to work effectively under a variety of stressful situations. Ability to cope with changing focus to meet program needs. Ability to travel on short notice. Ability to work with adults, infants, and small children. Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
Essential Job Functions:
1. Submit all required and requested reports and paperwork per program procedures.
2. Share responsibility for promoting the WIC Program within the Agency and the community.
3. Represent Agency in a professional and positive manner in all settings.
4. Provide input and assistance for grant writing as requested.
5. Perform clerical tasks to determine WIC eligibility according to approved policies and procedures.
6. Perform clinical tasks (hemoglobin, lead, heights, weights, head circumference measurements) for WIC participants per established policies and procedures.
7. Conducts nutrition screening, assessment and counseling.
8. Prepare and Conduct classes in breastfeeding or nutrition.
9. Self-starter with ability to work independently and as a team member.
10. Prescribe food package benefits with approvals as needed.
11. Assist in the development and implementation of the nutrition education curriculum for the WIC program.
12. Promote and support breastfeeding.
13. May be required to give nutrition counseling to high-risk program participants.
14. Be available for other job-related tasks as requested by supervisor.
15. Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in daily activities.
16. Cooperate with all staff in a team approach.
17. Participate in team meetings and conferences with appropriate staff as required by supervisor.
18. Know and function in accordance with WIC standards and all CAA Personnel Policies and Procedures.
Apply at www.caajlh.org, click on the Careers at CAA tab
5/21/2019
Nutrition Specialist, Full-Time
Position Overview: Provide direct nutrition services to clients of the Women, Infants, Children (WIC) program. Services include mentoring and sharing best practices through client-centered nutrition counseling.
Essential Qualifications:
1. Education: bachelor’s or master’s degree in Nutritional Sciences, Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics, or Public Health Nutrition
2. Training: As required for the position.
3. Work Experience: Minimum of one year of nutrition counseling experience. Any equivalent combination of education and work experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position may be considered at the discretion of the CEO.
4. Transportation: Must have access to reliable transportation.
5. Basic Skills: Excellent reading, mathematical, verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to use computers, Microsoft Office platforms and databased computer software programs. Ability to organize, present and facilitate trainings.
6. Problem solving, Decision Making and Interpersonal Skills: Independent judgement to complete routine tasks. Establish and maintain positive relationships with people of all economic levels, cultures and capabilities. Ability to prioritize and make quick decision in a high-pressure, rapid-paced environment. Must be able to promote teamwork, participate as a team member with other agency staff and as part of interagency teams.
7. Physical and Mental Capabilities: Ability to work on short and long-term projects. Ability to work effectively under a variety of stressful situations. Ability to cope with changing focus to meet program needs. Ability to travel on short notice. Ability to work with adults, infants, and small children. Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
Essential Job Functions:
1. Submit all required and requested reports and paperwork per program procedures.
2. Share responsibility for promoting the WIC Program within the Agency and the community.
3. Represent Agency in a professional and positive manner in all settings.
4. Perform clerical tasks to determine WIC eligibility according to approved policies and procedures.
5. Perform clinical tasks (hemoglobin, lead, heights, weights, head circumference measurements) for WIC participants per established policies and procedures.
6. Conducts nutrition screening, assessment and counseling.
7. Prepare and Conduct classes in breastfeeding or nutrition.
8. Provide technical assistance and consultation to staff in nutrition services/
9. Self-starter with ability to work independently and as a team member.
10. Prescribe food package(s) as appropriate.
11. Promote and support breastfeeding.
12. Provide appropriate referrals, as needed.
13. Provide nutrition counseling to high-risk program participants.
14. Be available for other job-related tasks as requested by supervisor.
15. Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in daily activities.
16. Cooperate with all staff in a team approach.
17. Participate in team meetings and conferences with appropriate staff as required by supervisor.
18. Know and function in accordance with WIC standards and all CAA Personnel Policies and Procedures.
Apply at www.caajlh.org, click on the Careers at CAA tab
5/3/2019
WIC Consultant (Public Health Consultant-A)
Job DescriptionThe WIC Public Health Consultant has the responsibility to provide leadership, consult, advise, train and provide technical assistance to Local Public Health Officials, Local WIC Agency Staff, and interest groups concerning the administration and operation of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) WIC Program whose purpose is to safeguard the health of low-income women, infants and children up to age 5 who are at nutritional risk. Within the Training, Evaluation and Compliance Unit, consultants are assigned responsibility for WIC policy, training local agency staff, and monitoring local agency compliance. This position serves as the State WIC Program Area Lead (PAL) in the areas of WIC eligibility and certification, laboratory, training and technical assistance. Unit staff develop WIC training materials and provide
consultation to local WIC agencies. Consultants are assigned to work with a region or group of local WIC agencies, to assure the agencies are evaluated according to federal standards and guidelines and receive appropriate training and technical assistance. The Michigan WIC Program operates statewide and is federally funded through the USDA.
Position Description
Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a master's degree in public health, health communication, health policy or a public health-related field such as nursing, epidemiology, health education, health economics, dietetics/nutrition management, genetics, or speech and audiology; a master's degree in social work; master's degree in counseling; master's degree in special education with specialization in blind/visual disabilities; or a master's degree in public or business administration with a health care concentration.
Experience
Three years of professional, post-master's experience as a consultant in a field of public health equivalent to a Public Health Consultant, including one year equivalent to a Public Health Consultant P11.
Additional Requirements and Information
Written requirement to be submitted with application: Please submit a writing sample (> 1 page) describing three health and nutrition outcomes which may be improved with the benefits of the WIC program.
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Certain positions may require a criminal history background check.
To be considered for this position you must:
- Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
- Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
- Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
- Attach a cover letter.
- If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.
The Department of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. MDHHS Diversity Equity and Inclusion
For information about this specific position, please email MDHHSVacancies@michigan.gov. Please reference the job posting number in subject line.
View the classification specification at: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/PublicHealthConsultant_12906_7.pdf (Download PDF reader)
