Nutritionist Associate

DHRM; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans (401a Cash Match, 457

13 paid holidays

Paid sick/annual leave

Job summary

Virginia Department of Health in Central Virginia seeks a Nutritionist Associate to determine nutrition eligibility, prescribe food packages, and provide counseling within WIC program guidelines. The role requires CPA certification within 6 months and collaboration with health teams to support underserved populations in Lynchburg and surrounding counties.

The position offers state benefits, holidays, health/dental/vision coverage, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of nutrition and nutrition standards.
• Must complete CPA certification within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to interview clients, collect information, and document data.
• Ability to communicate with diverse patients and work in a health-care team.
• Skills using computer systems to support programs.

Responsibilities

• Independently determines nutrition eligibility within program guidelines.
• Prescribes appropriate food packages based on assessments.
• Assesses nutritional status using recalls, growth, weight, and medical history.
• Provides individual patient counseling tailored to nutritional needs and makes referrals when needed.

Skills

Nutrition knowledge

Interviewing clients

Dietary counseling

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in nutrition or related field

Coursework in Dietetics/food services

Job description

Title:

Nutritionist Associate

State Role Title:

Dietetic Technicians

Hiring Range:

$32,000-$42,000

Pay Band:

2

Agency:

Virginia Department of Health

Location:

CENT VA-LYNCHBURG CITY-Cen-TW

Agency Website:

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

Recruitment Type:

General Public - G

Job Duties

Consider joining the Virginia Department of Health as we foster healthy and resilient communities. The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is dedicated to protecting and promoting the health of Virginians. VDH is made up of a statewide Central Office in Richmond and 35 local health districts. The central Virginia Health District consists of the city of Lynchburg, the counties of Appomattox, Amherst, Bedford and Campbell.

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is dedicated to protecting and promoting the health of Virginians. Central Virginia Health Dept (CVA) seeks an experienced resource to fill the critical role of a Nutritionist Associate.

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: dietary recall/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.

The Virginia Department of Health offers 13 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.

Please note:

This is a restricted position which is solely funded by the WIC Program for a 1-year period ending September 30th each year. The availability of funding is scheduled for review before the grant expiration date and periodically thereafter. Employment is contingent on the continued availability of grant or non-grant funds.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess basic knowledge of nutrition and nutritional standards
• Must complete required training to obtain the Certification as a Competent Professional Authority (CPA) within 6 months of hire
• Demonstrated ability to: interview clients & collect client information; interpret, document, calculate & compile routine data; routinely obtain blood sample/finger stick; provide patient education
• Must be able to communicate and interact with a variety of patients and work effectively as a member of a health care team
• Skills using computer systems and systems required to support the programs

Additional Considerations

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in nutrition or related field
• Training or course work in Dietetics, food services, or a related area

Contact Information

Name: Cortez jackson

Phone: n/a

Email: [e-mail]

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 AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

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!

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Advertised: 25 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 05 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time