[Hiring] Nutritionist @Georgia Department of Public Health

Role Description

The Northeast Health District WIC Program is seeking a Remote Nutritionist to provide clinic coverage for all twelve health departments throughout the district as needed. Under general supervision, this position plans and conducts nutrition services to promote family health and support healthy weight management. Responsibilities include:

• Providing nutrition education, nutritional assessments, breastfeeding education and counseling, and individualized nutrition services in accordance with USDA WIC Program policies and procedures.
• Serving as a resource for referrals to family planning, immunization, and other Health Department and community programs and services.

Remote equipment will be provided. Candidates must have reliable high-speed internet service.

Hourly Rate: $30.00/hour

Work Schedule: This is a part-time, hourly position. Employees may work up to 29 hours per week.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct nutrition assessments and determine participant eligibility in accordance with USDA WIC Program policies and procedures.
• Develop individualized nutrition care plans using participant-centered goals and monitor participant progress.
• Provide nutrition education and counseling to pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children.
• Provide breastfeeding education, support, and counseling to participants and caregivers.
• Provide medical nutrition therapy to participants as appropriate.
• Conduct individual and group nutrition education sessions.
• Identify high-risk participants and provide appropriate nutrition counseling and follow-up.
• Coordinate participant referrals to healthcare providers, family planning, immunization services, and other community resources.
• Maintain accurate electronic documentation and ensure compliance with USDA, Georgia WIC, and Northeast Health District policies and procedures.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, staff meetings, trainings, and quality improvement activities.
• Develop or utilize approved nutrition education materials.
• Provide virtual nutrition services to WIC participants using approved technology platforms while maintaining participant confidentiality and quality of care.
• Occasional travel to clinic locations may be required for meetings, training, or operational needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in dietetics, human nutrition, foods and nutrition, nutrition education, food systems management, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
• Verification statement of completion of a didactic program accredited by The Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics.
• Copy of the Verification Statement and Transcripts must be submitted with the application.

Requirements

• Applications submitted without a copy of the Verification Statement and official or unofficial college transcripts will not be considered.
• This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
• No phone calls or applications are accepted; ONLINE ONLY through the link posted.

Benefits

• Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees:
• Competitive salary.
• Generous benefits package including flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS), deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parental leave, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.
• Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees:
• Eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan.
• Receive paid parental leave.