OPS NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 64949328

Florida; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 85,962,000 - 119,025,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

State health benefits

401(a) retirement plan

Job summary

Florida Department of Health in Osceola is seeking an OPS Nutrition Educator to screen and assess WIC clients, develop care plans, and guide food package selections under WIC guidelines. Strong counseling, data interpretation, and teamwork are essential for success.

Responsibilities include monitoring growth data, coordinating with supervisors, and participating in health fairs to expand Osceola County outreach. Some emergency duties may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in nutrition science, community nutrition, clinical nutrition or dietetics from a US-accredited college or university.
• Willing to rotate between sites and work extended hours when covering staff on leave.
• Willing to perform emergency duties before, during and/or beyond normal hours in an emergency or disaster.

Responsibilities

• Interview WIC clients to perform nutritional assessment screening.
• Analyze medical and anthropometric data to determine nutritional risk eligibility.
• Develop client nutritional care plans with at least one client-centered goal for each contact.
• Prescribe food packages documented in medical records.
• Provide individual and group nutritional counseling and education.

Skills

Nutrition knowledge

Data interpretation

Verbal and written communication

Program planning

Education/training

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Nutrition/Dietetics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

HMS

FLWiSE

Job description

Requisition No: 884468 Agency: Department of Health Working Title: OPS NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 64949328 Pay Plan: Temp Position Number: 64949328 Salary: $30 per hour Posting Closing Date: 10/29/2026

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Your Specific Responsibilities

• Responsible for interviewing WIC clients to perform nutritional assessment screening for low risk and high-risk clients.
• Analyzing medical and anthropometrical data to determine nutritional risk eligibility.
• Developing client nutritional care plans and at least one client centered goal for each contact.
• Prescribing food packages documented in the medical record.
• Monitoring accuracy of growth grids by lab clinic staff.
• Providing individual and group nutritional counseling, as well as education.
• Referring clients and families as needed to other health and social service agencies.
• All the above duties are under the guidelines of the DHM 150-24 WIC Manual.
• Assessing and calculating exempt formula requests according to properly completed "Medical Documentation for Formula and Food Form", as determined by Physician/ARNP/Physician Assistant and within WIC Formulary Guidelines.
• Communicating appropriate food packages and document information appropriately on the Medical Documentation for Formula and Food Form in the FL-WiSE System.
• Ensure that each high-risk WIC participant receives at least three nutrition education contacts per certification period, with each contact occurring on separate days and that medically high-risk clients are referred to a Licensed Dietitian.
• Participating in health fairs andWIC outreach activities with community-based organizations in Osceola County aimed at increasing clinic caseload.
• Assessing, educating, and promoting positive breastfeeding practices to WIC participants and referring clients to Peer Counselors, CLC and IBCLC, as needed in accordance with WIC State standards.
• Coordinating with Senior Public Health Nutritionist Supervisor and other WIC staff in the planning, developing, and evaluating of the nutrition education component (such as materials, exhibits, literature, etc.) of the Osceola County WIC Program.
• Completes timely submission of timesheets, EARs, travel records and other work-related reports and assignments in a timely manner.
• Attends staff meetings and training as required. Performs other related work as required by the supervisor.
• Information Custodian responsibilities include maintaining information in accordance with state and federal statutes, rules, regulations and Department of Health Security Policy 3 and associated Protocols and Procedures as it relates to information Custodian, Delegation of Authority. This responsibility is to be adhered to 100% of the time.
• In the event of an emergency the Health Department is required to perform emergency functions, you 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.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of current science and practice of nutrition and dietetics.
• Knowledge of concepts and theories of dietetics or nutrition as it relates to growth, health or disease.
• Knowledge of the methods of compiling, organizing and analyzing data.
• Knowledge of nutritional and dietary assessment techniques.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports.
• Ability to analyze and interpret anthropometric, biochemical, dietary and clinical data.
• Ability to use various communication channels to provide educational training.
• Ability to apply educational plans and supporting materials.
• Ability to identify needs and develop programs or projects to meet the needs of the community or patient group(s).
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work activities.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Skills in computer entry and basic programs.
• Proficient computer skills including by not limited to Microsoft Office, Outlook, HMS, FLWiSE, etc.

Qualifications

Minimum

• A bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in nutrition science, community nutrition, clinical nutrition or dietetics from a US accredited college or university
• Willing to rotate between different sites and work extended hours if needed when covering for staff on leave
• Willing to perform emergency duties before, during and/or beyond normal business hours and/or day in the event of an emergency, disaster, or threat of disaster man-made or natural.
• Current authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
• Willing to physically come into the office daily and perform field work

Preferred

• Current DOH employee
• Experience working in Public Health/ Community Nutrition/WIC
• Knowledge in the principles of breastfeeding and/or skills in breastfeeding counseling

Mission

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

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

Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

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

Accountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

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

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

Where You Will Work

Florida Department of Health in Osceola

The Benefits Of Working For The State Of Florida

• 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)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .

Please Be Advised

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