Nutritionist Associate

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

Health insurance

Retirement plans (401a, 457)

Job summary

Virginia Department of Health seeks a Nutritionist Associate to independently determine nutrition eligibility and prescribe food packages within program guidelines. The role includes assessing nutritional status, setting dietary goals, and providing patient counseling tailored to individual needs.

Applicants should have basic nutrition knowledge, complete CPA training within 6 months, and be able to interview clients, document data, and interact with diverse patients as part of a health care

Qualifications

• Possess basic knowledge of nutrition and nutritional standards.
• Must complete CPA training within 6 months of hire.
• Experience interviewing clients and collecting information; document and calculate routine data.

Responsibilities

• Independently determine nutrition eligibility within program guidelines.
• Prescribe appropriate food packages and assess nutritional status.
• Provide patient counseling tailored to individual needs and refer high-risk cases.

Skills

Nutrition basics

CPA training

Client interviewing

Data interpretation

Blood sample collection

Patient education

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Nutrition-related degree

Dietetics coursework

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

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 online 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!

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.

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.