Nutrition Educator

State of Georgia; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia – Georgia Department of Public Health seeks a Nutrition Educator to support the WIC program across the North Central Health District. The role serves clients at Felton Homes WIC Office in Macon and at Twiggs and Wilkinson County Health Departments, with a three-day per week on-site schedule and collaborative public health impact.

You will contribute to protecting health and promoting healthy lifestyles for Georgians, participating in data collection, community needs assessment,

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, promotes, maintains, and improves individual and community health by assisting individuals and communities to adopt healthy behaviors.
• Collect and analyze data to identify community needs prior to planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating programs designed to encourage healthy lifestyles, policies and environments.
• Assess nutritional status and special needs of women, infants, and children from health records, dietary questionnaires, and knowledge

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title: Nutrition Educator Agency: County Public Health Job Requisition ID: JR0000006834 Shift: Day (United States of America) Compensation Details: NEGOTIABLE

Job Description

Who we are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters. What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can: Make a Professional Impact - Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play Enjoy Workplace Flexibility - Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team- Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths Achieve Career Longevity - Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture - Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role Feel Pride in Where you Work - Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you Come join our team! As a Nutrition Educator with the North Central Health District’s WIC program, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals working to protect the health and well-being of communities across the state by supporting vital public health initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, a great schedule, and a healthy work-life balance, allowing you to grow your career while maintaining time for what matters most to you. This full-time Nutrition Educator position serves WIC clients across multiple locations throughout the district. The position is based at the Felton Homes WIC Office in Macon, GA, where the employee will work three days per week (Monday, Thursday, and Friday). The remaining work schedule includes Tuesdays at the Twiggs County Health Department in Jeffersonville, GA, and Wednesdays at the Wilkinson County Health Department in Irwinton, GA. This role provides an opportunity to support the health and well-being of families across the district.

Job Responsibilities

Under supervision, promotes, maintains, and improves individual and community health by assisting individuals and communities to adopt healthy behaviors. Collect and analyze data to identify community needs prior to planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating programs designed to encourage healthy lifestyles, policies and environments.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional status and special needs of women, infants, and children from health records, dietary questionnaires, and knowledge