OPS NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 64959309

State of Florida; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Florida, Department of Health in Seminole County, is seeking an OPS Nutrition Educator to provide nutrition counseling and education to WIC clients in Casselberry/Sanford. The role includes certifying clients into the program, delivering individual and group nutrition education, and coordinating referrals to related services.

You will document care plans and follow state guidelines throughout clinical interactions.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of nutrition science principles and counseling methods.
• Ability to perform nutritional assessments and develop care plans.
• Experience educating clients individually or in groups.”

Responsibilities

• Certify eligible clients into the WIC program.
• Provide nutrition counseling and health information to clients.
• Promote breastfeeding and provide education materials to prenatal clients.
• Enter service codes and track notes in the required systems.

Skills

Nutrition counseling

Public health nutrition

Client assessment

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Dietetics/Nutrition

Job description

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Requisition No:882406

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 64959309

This posting will run for 3 months or until qualified applicant is hired

Class Title: OPS Nutrition Educator

Location: Florida Department of Health in Seminole County

132 Sausalito Blvd, Casselberry Florida 32707 or 400 W. Airport Blvd

Sanford, FL 32773

Remote work will not be a consideration.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

The incumbent of this position functions as the OPS Nutrition Educator in the Casselberry location of the DOH-Seminole WIC Program and reports directly to the Senior Public Health Nutritionist Supervisor. Responsibilities include but are not limited to certifying eligble clients into the WIC Program, providing nutrition counseling and appropriate health related information to clients. Referrals to other programs which may include Breastfeeding , Healthy Start, Prenatal Clinic and any other social service agencies as needed. This individual may interact with Public Health Nutriton Program Director, Sr. Public Health Nutritionist, Staff Assistants (Clerical Supervisors), and other WIC staff nutritionists, clerical and breastfeeding staff and occasionally the Executive Director of Nursing. This position must always function under the direction of a licensed nutritionist.

Evaluates the clinical and anthropometric data and dietary histories of women, infants and children who participate in the WIC Program. Reviews growth charts with client / caretaker, completes the medical and nutrition questions in FL-WiSE, assigns appropriate risk codes and food packages. Follows state guidelines regarding approval of prescriptions for non-contract and exempt formulas. Ensures that appropriate notes/alerts are placed and that high-risk follow-ups are scheduled and completed when required. Client services are provided efficiently and with regard to the timely flow of the clinic and will be measured according to established productivity standards.

Provides individual nutritional counseling and teaches group nutrition classes to pregnant women, breastfeeding women, women up to six month post partum and caretakers of infants and children participating in the WIC Program. Documents nutrition counseling in a nutrition education note and/or care plan, as appropriate, and enters at least one individualized goal. Enters service codes into FL-WiSE by the end of the day.

Promotes breastfeeding to WIC clients. Ensures that the benefits of breastfeeding are disucssed with prenatal clients and that they are provided with the appropriate educational materials and that this is documented in the nutrition education note or care plan. Follows protocol for scheduling prenatal clients for infant feeding class. Helps to ensure that breastfeeding moms and babies receive the needed contacts with the lactation staff and that timely follow-ups are scheduled according to protocol and individualized requests of lactation staff.

Accurately completes and submits certified employee activity reports (EARs) and People First timesheets by required deadlines. Ensures that time is recorded accurately, and that EARs and timesheets match prior to submitting to supervisor.

Represents DOH-Seminole WIC Program through active participation in outreach activities / community events that will promote increased WIC participation; attends at least one event per year. Trains and educates clerical staff on the quarterly Second Nutrition Education kits. Assists with training of new WIC staff, as needed. Participates in nutrition and breastfeeding education activities and completes all periodic DOH and WIC required training. Provides quarterly 2nd Nutrition Education Kits and training to Health Support Specialist staff.

May be required to perform the following additional duties in order to cover shortages, as needed: Lab duties in the absence of the Health Support Technician (height/length and weight measurements as well as finger stick for Hemoglobin); entering demographic data, issuing EBT card benefits and scheduling appointments.

Performs other duties, as assigned, to support the mission of the Department.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position: : the terminology, principles and practice of nutrition science; nutrition treatment techniques; chemistry, biochemistry, statistics, research methods, and other supporting nutrition sciences; understanding of the theories and concepts of preventative health care in a community or public health setting; understanding of the principles and techniques of effective communication and competency in interviewing and counseling patients. Skill in: utilizing time efficiently computers with knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office software. Ability to: perform accurate nutritional assessments, determine nutritional problems, assess client education needs, create nutrition care plans and monitor the quantity and quality of nutritional care; work independently to determine work priorities and evaluate work outcomes; work cooperatively with others to establish and maintain effective working relationships; work in a fast-paced clinic environment; multi-task and prioritize work activities; assess situations, make decisions and resolve problems; carry on professional and effective communication, verbally and in writing; analyze and interpret nutrition and other scientific related materials; understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s (or master’s degree) from an accredited college or university with a major in Dietetics, Clinical Nutrition, Nutritional Science, Community Nutrition, Food and Nutrition, or Public Health Nutrition

Verifiable work experience conducting nutritional assessments

Verifiable work experience providing nutrition education to clients in an individual or group setting

Verifiable experience preparing and delivering educational presentations to groups of clients, colleagues or community members

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 theHealthiestState 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:

132 Sausalito Blvd, Casselberry Florida 32707 or 400 W. Airport Blv, Sanford, FL 32773

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.

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 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.

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.