Nutritionist Associate

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Leave grant

12 paid holidays

Job summary

The Norfolk Department of Public Health is seeking an Nutritionist Associate to independently determine nutrition eligibility and prescribe appropriate food packages at Huntersville and Park Place locations.

You will assess nutritional status using VENA, set dietary goals, and provide counseling tailored to individuals. The role requires collaboration with nutritionists for high-risk referrals and supports a federally funded WIC program.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of nutrition and nutritional standards.
• Ability to conduct interviews and collect information
• Ability to interpret, document, calculate, and compile routine data
• Experience providing patient education and/or communicating information to individuals
• Good communication skills, verbally and in writing, to interact with a variety of patients, peers, and supervisors
• Ability to work effectively individually and as a team member
• Experience multi-tasking and prioritizing workloads
• Skills using computer systems

Responsibilities

• Determine nutrition eligibility and prescribe appropriate food packages independently within program guidelines.
• Assess nutritional status/eligibility for program services using Nutrition Assessment with VENA technique, growth/weight, and medical history.
• Set dietary goals based on assessments and provide patient counseling tailored to individual needs.
• Make referrals for high-risk counseling with Nutritionist when appropriate.

Skills

Nutrition knowledge

Interviewing

Data interpretation

Patient education

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Computer systems

Education

CPA training

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Title: Nutritionist Associate

State Role Title:Direct Service Associate II

Hiring Range: $37,500 - $43,750

Pay Band: 2

Agency: Virginia Department of Health

Location:NORFOLK-PARK PLACE WIC

Agency Website:https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/norfolk/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Bold and catalytic, the Norfolk Department of Public Health is transforming the health landscape of our community through groundbreaking initiatives and strategic partnerships. We are committed to fostering a culture of radical collaboration, excellence, inclusivity, and resilience. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are dedicated to providing a supportive and dynamic work environment where your skills and passion can make a catalytic impact. If you are ready to contribute to meaningful change and be part of a forward-thinking organization, NDPH is the place for you!

Job Duties

The Norfolk Health Department is seeking Nutritionist Associates who can independently determines nutrition eligibility of applicants/clients within program guidelines and independently prescribes appropriate food packages in the Huntersville and Park Place locations. Assesses nutritional status/eligibility for program services by Nutrition Assessment using VENA technique process/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 12 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.
This is a restricted position which is solely funded by a Federal WIC Grant. The availability of funding is scheduled for review annually. Employment is contingent on the continued availability of grant funds.

THIS RECRUITMENT QUALIFIES FOR EXCEPTIONAL RECRUITMENT AND INCENTIVE OPTIONS, INCLUDING SIGN ON BONUS, LEAVE GRANT, AND OTHER POTENTIAL BENEFITS MAY BE OFFERED.

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of nutrition and nutritional standards
• Ability to conduct interviews and collect information
• Ability to interpret, document, calculate, and compile routine data
• Experience providing patient education and/or communicating information to individuals
• Good communication skills, verbally and in writing, to interact with a variety of patients, peers, and supervisors
• Ability to work effectively individually and as a team member
• Experience multi-tasking and prioritizing workloads
• Skills using computer systems

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification required by code/regulation for entry into position:

• Competent Professional Authority (CPA) training completed within 6 months of hire.

Additional Considerations

• Training, job experience, or coursework in Nutrition, Dietetics, food services, or a related area preferred
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred
• Experience obtaining blood samples/finger sticks, and taking heights and weights of individuals

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.

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!

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process.

Contact Information

Name: Ciara Everett

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]