PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64000588

Requisition No: 792827 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64000588

Position Number: 64000588 

Salary:  $44,500.00 to $45,500.00 

Posting Closing Date: 04/14/2023 

Job posting category (Open Competitive)

64000588-Public Health Nutritionist

Your Specific Responsibilities:

The incumbent is part of a global public health organization and is expected to support the Florida Department of Health in Clay County in its mission to protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts and its vision to be the Healthiest State in the Nation.  Furthermore, the incumbent is expected to incorporate the agency values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Responsiveness and Excellence in all aspects of their work.

This position serves as the Public Health Nutritionist and works under the general supervision of the Public Health Nutrition Program Director, position #64067271. This position is responsible for the secure collection and/or access to records containing social security numbers and is responsible for implementing the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) at several clinic sites throughout the county as directed by the Public Health Nutrition Program Director. Duties include:

Assess anthropometric and dietary data to determine client’s eligibility for the WIC program in accordance with policies of the State WIC program and regulations stated in DHM-150-24.  Conduct client nutrition goal setting and provide nutrition counseling to WIC participants using VENA competency. Monitor and follow protocols for nutrition assessment and follow up for high risk/medically high-risk WIC participants. Develop, monitor, evaluate and revise nutrition care plans for individual clients at nutritional risk. Document services in FL WISE System using SOAP charting method. Discuss client’s progress with other professionals.  Provide referral and coordinate services to other health care and social service programs such as the FDOH programs, including immunizations, primary care, Healthy Start, etc. Evaluate WIC children immunization records and perform voter’s registration activities as needed.

Complete reports such as the nutrition education (8011) report and client eligibility report by the required deadlines and distributes the findings to the Public Health Nutrition Program Director and appropriate staff in a timely manner.

Participate in breastfeeding promotion (via one-on-one education or outreach), breastfeeding training and activities (including World Breastfeeding Week), and participate in WIC outreach events, as needed.

Complete all required forms and reports such as Employee Activity Reports, attendance and leave records, travel expenses, etc. by the required deadlines.

Provide assistance with training of Dietetic Interns as specified by Public Health Nutrition Program Director. 

Participate in the preparation and selection of information materials, including secondary nutrition education resources, for use in the WIC nutrition program and for various community groups. Participate periodically in WIC and other health surveys as required.

Provide technical assistance on program policies and current nutrition information to FDOH staff.  Attends required FDOH meetings and continuing education events to fulfill requirements of Florida Dietetic Licensure. Visits assigned WIC clinics using a county vehicle to ensure adequate program oversight.

Perform other related duties as assigned and within the realm of the Classification Specifications of a Public Health Nutritionist.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Applications.
• Knowledge of States of Florida Personnel Rules and applicable Florida Statues.
• Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally.
• Ability to prepare accurate reports timely.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Skilled at data entry.
• Skilled at being able to prioritize and organize a heavy workload.
• Detailed-oriented.
• Skilled at exceptional customer service.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Qualifications:

Minimum –

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in dietetic or food and nutrition related subject.
• Licensed dietitian/nutritionist in the state of Florida.
• Willingness to perform emergency duty during disasters, before, during and/or beyond normal working hours.
• Willing and able to carry up to 25 pounds over uneven ground.

Preferred –

• 1 year experience working for WIC
• WIC/Public Health/ Community Nutrition experience
• Knowledge in the principles of breastfeeding and/or skills in breastfeeding counseling

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

Department of Health in Clay County

1845 Town Center Blvd Building 400

Fleming Island, FL 32003

And

3229 Bear Run Blvd, Building B

Orange Park, FL 32065

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions

(For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);

• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Please be advised:

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.  

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov 

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.  Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.  E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.   

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. 

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. 

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women.  The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise.  Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.    

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.