Nutritionist II

RANDOLPH COUNTY DSS; Asheboro (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

RANDOLPH COUNTY DSS in Asheboro, North Carolina seeks a Nutritionist II to assess nutrition, determine WIC eligibility, design care plans and nutrition prescriptions. You will provide individualized counseling, document plans in Crossroads, and work within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include planning nutrition education activities, developing materials, promoting nutrition awareness, and participating in staff trainings to enhance community health.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian with CRD; or Master's in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, or related field.
• Two years nutrition experience required or equivalent.
• Knowledge of WIC program and public health nutrition principles.
• Strong communication and counseling skills.
• Ability to coordinate with physicians, nurses and social workers.

Responsibilities

• Perform nutrition assessment for public health clients and determine WIC eligibility.
• Design individualized care plans and WIC approved food prescription packages.
• Provide in-depth nutrition counseling to clients.
• Document plans of care in the Crossroads system and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers and external agencies.
• Plan and instruct nutrition education activities and community programs.
• Develop lesson plans and prepare nutrition education materials.
• Promote nutrition awareness and serve as a resource in the community.
• Attend staff meetings and WIC program trainings; pursue professional development.

Skills

Nutrition assessment

Counseling

WIC program knowledge

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education planning

Education

Registered Dietitian

Master's in Dietetics / Public Health Nutrition

Dietetics Didactic Program / degree + 2 yrs experience

Job description

Description

Performs nutrition assessment for public health clients, including determination of WIC program eligibility. Designs individualized care plans and WIC approved food prescription packages. Provides in-depth individualized nutrition counseling. Documents plans of care in the Crossroads system and utilizes multidisciplinary approach to providing coordinated patient care. Consults with and provides nutritional interpretation to physicians, nurses, social workers and other health care providers, including agencies and medical offices outside of public health. Participates in the planning and instruction of nutrition education activities including but not limited to classes, community programs, health fairs, and/or menu reviews. Assists in the development of lesson plans and in the preparation and selection of appropriate nutrition education materials. Participates in the promotion of nutrition awareness activities in the community and serves as source of nutrition education and information for the community. Participates in local agency staff meetings. Attends WIC program training sessions. Expands professional knowledge through conferences, workshops and professional publications. Performs various other duties as requested by the Nutrition Program Director.

Title

Nutritionist II

Job Details

• Salary: Depends On Qualifications
• Location: Asheboro, NC
• Job Type: Full Time
• Job Number: 202300981
• Department: Public Health
• Opening Date: 09/25/2026
• Closing Date: 10/2/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

Minimum Education And Experience

Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetics Registration; or Master's degree in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, or Nutrition; or graduation from a Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education- approved Didactic Program in Dietetics and two years nutrition experience; or Dietetic Technician, Registered with the Commission on Dietetics Registration with a Bachelor's degree in any subject area from an accredited four-year college or university and two years nutrition experience; or a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition or Community Nutrition from an accredited four-year college or university and two years nutrition experience.

Special Comments

• Principles of normal and therapeutic nutrition
• Dietary assessment techniques
• Interpretation of medical and nutritional data
• Human behavior and techniques for effecting positive healthy changes
• Skills in writing clear, concise nutrition summary statements
• Ability to effectively collect relevant information and provide nutrition counseling
• Basic knowledge of the social, economic, and environmental conditions of local WIC participants
• Basic knowledge of community resources and social service programs
• Basic understanding of quality assurance and quality improvement practices
• Skills in organization and time management
• Proficiency in both speaking and writing in the English language
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of diverse individuals
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others

Employer

Randolph County (NC)

Address 725 McDowell Road

Asheboro, North Carolina, 27205

Phone [phone]

Website http://www.randolphcountync.gov