Nutritionist Associate - 04383

Title:Nutritionist Associate - 04383

State Role Title: Direct Service Associate II

Hiring Range: $28,759 - $31,000

Pay Band: 2

Agency: Virginia Department of Health

Location: CUMB PLATEAU HQ

Agency Website: https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Russell County Health Department seeks to fill a Nutritionist Associate position based at the Russell County Health Department located in Lebanon, Virginia.
The Nutritionist Associate independently determines nutrition eligibility of applicants/clients within program guidelines and independently prescribes appropriate food packages. Assesses nutritional status/eligibility for program services by: Nutrition Assessment using VENA technique process/food frequency history, assessing growth patterns, weight patterns, biochemical values and medical history. Independently sets dietary goals based on the assessment. Provides patient counseling specific to the individual's nutritional needs. Makes referrals for high risk counseling with Nutritionist when appropriate.
1. Nutrition Education
Follows the Nutrition Education section of the appropriate policies and procedures
Provides basic client nutritional services; interviews participants according to protocol, determining nutritional goals and eligibility requirements for participation in the WIC program
Conducts diet and health assessments and determines nutritional risk required in the certification process
Nutritional education provided to participants regarding identified nutritional and/or medical risk(s) in accordance with policies and procedures
Provides individual or group follow-up education sessions
2. Nutrition Support
Encourages continuation of nutritional plan
Procures and maintains nutritional education and support
Assists with educating participants about WIC policies and procedures on Nutritional education, support, and equipment
Assists in providing equipment, supplies and information to WIC nutritional participants
Assists with obtaining proper documentation on equipment on loan or issued from the WIC office
Presents an unified and positive attitude towards nutritional plans; works to improve participation in plans
3. Program Support
Registers applicants and clients for clinic; determines residential, categorical and financial eligibility
Reviews accurately and thoroughly all required and applicable program policies, procedures and information with each client/applicant including information verbally or in wiring as policy specifies
Documents demographic, eligibility and enrollment information accurately into the appropriate system
May maintain and calibrate equipment and lab environment
Works with teams to assure the support program is accessible, customer friendly, efficient, positive, seeking caseload growth, professionally and legally administrated on a daily basis
May be required to perform other duties; may include functions in support of an emergency declaration.
This is a grant-funded position which is solely funded by the WIC Program for the duration of the program. The availability of funding is scheduled for review before the grant expiration date of September of each year and yearly thereafter. Employment is contingent on the continued availability of this grant.
The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick, family/personal, and annual leave!

Minimum Qualifications

Basic knowledge of nutrition and nutritional standards
Ability to conduct interviews and collect information
Ability to interpret, document, calculate, and compile routine data
Experience obtaining blood samples/finger sticks, and taking heights and weights of individuals
Experience providing patient education and/or counseling to individuals
Good communication skills, verbally and in writing, to interact with a variety of patients, peers, and supervisors
Ability to work effectively individually and as a team member
Experience multi-tasking and prioritizing workloads
Skills using computer systems

Additional Considerations

Training, job experience, or coursework in Nutrition, Dietetics, food services, or a related area preferred
Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or resume is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service's Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions.
VDH accepts only on-line applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be considered.
Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position.
It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of our website: www.vdh.virginia.gov.
If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.
As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer VDH Welcomes Veterans to apply!
Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.

Contact Information

Name: Karen Crutchfield

Phone: Not Provided

Email: karen.crutchfield@vdh.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.