OPS NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 64942311

State of Florida; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternate

State group insurance

Workers’ Compensation

Reemployment Assistance

Job summary

State of Florida – Marion County Health Department is seeking an OPS Nutrition Educator to support the WIC and Breastfeeding programs in Ocala. You will answer calls, help clients schedule appointments, and input data into FL-WISE; travel may be required with your own vehicle. Emergency duties during disasters are possible.

Required: BS in Nutrition or Dietetics and a valid driver's license; willingness to travel. Preferred: experience in nutrition counseling and WIC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nutrition or Dietetics from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Driver License.
• Willingness to travel to clinics using own vehicle.
• Experience with nutrition counseling, assessments and care plans preferred.
• Experience with the WIC program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Answer multi-line phone calls and input information into the FL-WISE system.
• Triage calls to program staff for timely handling and assist clients with appointments.
• Support the WIC/Breastfeeding programs and promote teamwork in a diverse environment.

Skills

Driver's license

Willing to travel

Phone/Client intake

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition or Dietetics

Job description

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Requisition No:869225

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 64942311

- Time sheet and EAR entry within the required time frame
- Subject to emergency duty in the event of a natural disaster
- Incumbent may be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty required of the incumbent includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.
- Confidentiality: Incumbent may have access to records containing social security numbers in the performance of their job duties.
- This position is responsible for phone response and assistance for the FDOH Marion County WIC Program/Breastfeeding Program. The incumbent is expected to promote cooperation, courtesy, and teamwork, in a diverse environment and as an employee of the FDOH Marion County, represents the agency and its mission and values while acknowledging that all information held in health records is confidential, with access governed by the state and federal laws Confidential information includes the clients name, address, medical social and financial data and services received. Maintains current knowledge of the Federal WIC program regulations including WIC memos, WIC FL-WiSE clinic manual and the FL WIC Manual DHM 150-24.
- Telephone:
o Answering multi-line phone and inputting information into the FL-WISE computer system.
o Transferring phone calls to multiple locations and recipients. Responsible for triaging calls to program staff for proper and timely handling.
o Assists callers and clients with program questions, appointments scheduling and informing them what they may need to bring at their upcoming appointment.

Qualifications:

Minimum-

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition or Dietetics from an accredited college or university

Valid Driver License

Willing to travel to clinics using your own vehicle

Preferred-

Experience completing nutrition counseling, assessments and writing nutrition care plans

Experience working the WIC program

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

Marion County Health Department

1801 SE 32nd Ave Ocala Florida 34471

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

For assistance, call the People First Service Center at [phone] Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.