OPS NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 64937278

Date: May 24, 2023

Location:

TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32303

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Requisition No: 803014

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 64937278

Position Number: 64937278

Salary: $23.00 hourly

Posting Closing Date: 06/09/2023

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Certifies and recertifies clients for the WIC program including nutrition assessment and assignment of nutrition risk factors based upon procedures found in DHM 150-24 Policy and Procedure Manual. Prescribes and makes changes in the WIC food packages for clients.

• Provides participant-centered nutrition counseling/education that is pertinent to the needs of the client.

• Promotes breastfeeding/human milk feeding as the normal and preferred method of infant feeding in WIC clinics, support groups, and other locations as necessary.

• Provides basic breastfeeding information and assists in teaching clients about breastfeeding, use of breastfeeding equipment, i.e. Electric or manual pumps.

• Responsible for occasionally working in a CLIA waivered laboratory to obtain anthropometric and hematological data. Performs and records accurate measurements (heights/lengths and weights) as needed for certification or follow-up. Uses CDC-approved equipment correctly. Will obtain hemoglobin correctly and check immunization status in FL Shots and accurately into the FL-WiSE system

• Participates in VENA (Value Enhanced Nutrition Assessment) principles that include critical thinking, open-ended questions, readiness for change and client-centered goal setting.

• Completes all required reports, charting, documentation requirements, requests and assignments correctly and within needed time frames. Functions with a team. May be cross-trained and expected to foster teamwork when clinic staff is short.

• Attends meetings and participates in Leon CHD committees as needed.

• Adheres to Leon CHD Confidentiality and Security policies and procedures and attends annual confidentiality and security trainings and updates.

• Provides high risk nutrition care plans for clients enrolled in the WIC Program.

• Documents high risk nutrition care plan in the FLWiSE system using the SOAP (Subjective, Objectives, Assessment and Plan) method. Provides close follow up to high-risk nutrition clients ensuring the required number of high-risk contacts are met.

• Collects and evaluates information from the WIC record which can be used for quality improvement purposes.

• Makes client referrals other provider agencies in an appropriate manner.

• Maintains records and reports such as the Employee Activity Report (EARS), travel and time sheets in an accurate and timely manner

• Has a working knowledge of the FLWiSE System.

• Attends and participates in staff development, training and required in-service training sessions, as well as regularly scheduled departmental staff meetings.

• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

  Other job-related requirements for this position:

  Working hours: (A) Daily from8:00 amto5:00 pm(B) Total hours in workweek40(C) Travel Day shift:7:15 amto5:15 pm

  KSA’s & Position Description (of Job Duties)

  This position provides nutrition assessment, nutrition education, breastfeeding education and counseling including documenting high-risk care plans, when appropriate, to clients enrolled in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). This position requires independent judgment based on written policy and procedures. This is an OPS Nutrition Educator position located at the WIC office in Tallahassee (one of two), the Wakulla/Crawfordville office once monthly, and the Franklin (Apalachicola or Carrabelle) office once monthly. This position reports to the Public Health Nutritionist Supervisor. Candidate must have good communication skills and demonstrate responsibility for the integrity and confidentiality of data sets under their control.

  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors or Master’s degree (already completed) from an accredited college or university in Dietetics, Nutrition Science, Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, or Public Health Nutrition.

• Must have reliable transportation—travel is 10-25% of this position.

  PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Candidates who meet qualifications and are eligible to take the RD Exam

• Experience performing Nutrition Educator duties in a health care setting

• Experience certifying or recertifying clients in WIC or a similar program

• Experience working with diverse populations

• Experience developing nutrition education plans and nutrition assessments for clients

• Experience making client referrals to other agencies

• Experience providing breastfeeding promotion, support and /or counseling to clients

• Bilingual English / Spanish

  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.

  Work Location: Tallahassee, Florida

  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:

• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options.

• Retirement plan.

• Flexible Spending Accounts.

• 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) 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.

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