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Form of workRequisition No: 820583
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 64000588
Position Number: 64000588
Salary: $41,000-$42,000 Annually
Posting Closing Date: 01/19/2024
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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH - INTERNAL AGENCY OPPORTUNITY
Title: Nutrition Educator, Position Number: 64000588
Your Specific Responsibilities:
This position is Tuesday-Friday 7:00 am – 5:30 pm.
The incumbent, an employee of the Florida Department of Health in Clay County, represents the agency and its mission and values. The incumbent is part of the global public health organization and is expected to promote cooperation, courtesy, and teamwork, in a diverse environment. This position 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. This position is responsible for the secure collection and/ or access to records containing social security numbers.
Duties include:
Assess anthropometric, medical, 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. Provides nutrition counseling to WIC participants and promotes client centered nutrition goal setting. Document services in FL WISE using SOAP charting method. Develop, monitor, evaluate and revise nutrition care plans for individual clients at high nutritional risk. Monitor and follow protocols for nutrition assessment and follow up for high-risk WIC participants. Refers nutrition counseling (first or second contact) for medically high-risk clients to licensed nutritionist. Discusses client’s progress with other professionals. Assess medical documentation forms to determine need for special formula or non-contract formula following the guidelines stated in DHM-150-24. Provide referral to other health care and social service programs. Coordinate services with other CHD programs, including immunizations, primary care, Healthy Start, etc.
Complete the Milk report each quarter. Follow guidelines for reports as stated on the Florida WIC Bureau. Identify errors and alert supervisor of corrections needed and provide supervisor with a summary of the Milk report findings by required deadlines. Assists with updating the nutrition program plan.
Complete all required forms and reports such as Employee Activity Reports, Missing Bloodwork, High Risk Contacts, attendance and leave records, travel expenses, etc. by the required deadlines.
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.
Participate in the preparation and selection of information materials and presentations, including secondary nutrition education resources, bulletin boards, handouts, employee wellness, etc. for use in the WIC nutrition program and for various community groups. Participate periodically in WIC and other health surveys as required.
Aid with training of Dietetic Interns as specified by Public Health Nutrition Program Director
Perform anthropometric and hemoglobin measurements for clients during WIC certification, recertification, mid-certification, and follow ups when needed.
Provide technical assistance on program policies and current nutrition information to CHD staff. Attends required CHD meetings.
Perform other related duties as assigned and within the realm of the Classification Specifications of a Nutrition Educator.
This position is responsible for the secure collection and/ or access to records containing social security numbers.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• 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 –
• Must be able to travel within the Clay County.
• Must have a bachelor's degree or master's degree from an accredited college or university in Nutrition Sciences, Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics, or Public Health Nutrition
• Must have valid state driver’s license.
• Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 25lbs over uneven ground unassisted.
Preferred –
• Experience working for WIC/Public Health/Community Nutrition.
• At least 1 year work experience with Florida WIC.
• 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:
Clay County Health Department, 1845 Town Center Blvd, Building 600, Fleming Island, FL 32003.
Bear Run Clinic: 3229 Bear Run Blvd A, 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.
