OPS NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 64917649

Requisition No: 789946 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 64917649

Position Number: 64917649 

Salary:  $18.37 

Posting Closing Date: 04/07/2023 

Job Posting Category (Open Competitive)

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is highly responsible work with the Escambia County Health Department (Escambia CHD) Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program requiring independent decision-making regarding nutrition clients. All work is performed under the supervision of a Public Health Nutritionist Supervisor. Adheres to all policies and procedures as set forth in the WIC Department of Health (DOH) 150-24 Manual, Florida’s WIC Information System and EBT (FL WiSE) manual and other written information or protocols.

Provides individual nutrition counseling for both high and low risk WIC clients. Utilizes diet histories, medical history, anthropometric and laboratory data to develop appropriate care plans for high-risk participants. Establishes appropriate goals and follow-up plans for clients. Identifies and refers medically high-risk clients to the licensed nutritionist. Verifies special formula prescription, amount, and type prior to taking to issuance staff.

Provides accurate information on breastfeeding to increase the rate of initiation and duration. Refers new prenatal clients to the Breastfeeding Peer Counselors. Instructs all new participants in the use of WIC Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards. Refers clients to other health and social services as appropriate.

Obtains heights and weights on WIC participants or applicants for the program using Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) approved techniques. Documents in FL WiSE following agency protocols.

Prepares handouts, brochures, and bulletin boards on quarterly education topics as assigned. Travels to satellite service sites as assigned to provide WIC nutrition education services. Assists in program audits, outreach, evaluation, and reports related to assigned areas of responsibility. Serves on community and health department committees as a nutrition expert and representative of the WIC Program. Provides information to the public as assigned. Audits charts as assigned for compliance with Federal, State, and local agency policy.

Reviews literature and attends meetings to keep abreast of the rapidly changing field of nutrition. Participation in professional organizations is encouraged. Represents WIC in community organizations and activities.  Coordinates outreach activities for WIC. Other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of basic and therapeutic nutrition principles throughout the life cycle.  Basic computer skills: Excel and Word.

Qualifications:

Minimum - Possession of at least a bachelor’s degree with a major course of study in human nutrition, food and nutrition, dietetics, or food management. Registered Dietitian. Valid Driver’s License.

Other job-related requirements for this position: This position may be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency.  Emergency duty required of this position includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural. T May be required to drive personal vehicle to various clinic sites. 

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:

1295 West Fairfield Drive Pensacola, Florida

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements.  Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
• 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.