Part-Time, Hourly Nutritionist 1, 2, or 3*

Georgia Department of Public Health; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive work environment

Physical activity breaks

Worksite wellness program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Public Health is hiring a Part-Time, Hourly Nutritionist for the District 4 WIC Program. This role involves assessing nutritional needs and providing dietary counseling to individuals and groups, contributing to public health and wellness.

Qualified candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Additional perks include a supportive work environment and employee wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in dietetics, human nutrition, or related field required.
• Experience providing nutrition counseling to individuals and groups.
• Verification statement of completion of an accredited didactic program is needed.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional needs and develop dietary care plans.
• Consult with health care personnel on clients' nutritional needs.
• Advise clients on dietary modifications and food preparation.

Skills

Nutritional assessment

Dietary planning

Counseling

Bi-lingual (Spanish/English)

Education

Bachelor's degree in dietetics or related field

Job description

Part‑Time, Hourly Nutritionist 1, 2, or 3 – District 4 WIC Program

Location: Carroll County WIC & Nutrition Center, 1004 Newnan Road, Carrollton, GA 30116.

Hours: up to 29 hours per week (minimum 24 hours per week).

Under supervision, plans and conducts service or nutritional programs to assist in the promotion of health and control of disease. Provides nutritional assessment, education, and counseling to individuals, groups, or the public. Serves as a resource on nutrition and dietetics to nurses, health educators, or other health care providers in the facility.

All District 4 Public Health, County BOH employees are deemed essential employees in the event of an emergency. Employees may be called on to participate in emergency events, including staffing a shelter, a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC), or a Point of Distribution site (POD). Participation is a part of job requirement, regardless of when the emergency occurs.

Job Responsibilities

• Assesses nutritional needs, diet restrictions, and current health plans to develop and implement dietary‑care plans and provide nutritional counseling.
• Consults with physicians and health care personnel to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of clients.
• Advises clients and their families on nutritional principles, dietary plans and diet modifications, and food selection and preparation.
• Counsels individuals and groups on basic rules of good nutrition, healthy eating habits, and nutrition monitoring to improve their quality of life.
• Develops policies for food service or nutritional programs to assist in health promotion and disease control.
• Develops curriculum and prepares manuals, visual aids, course outlines, and other materials used in teaching.
• Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates strategies for promoting and supporting breastfeeding.

Minimum Qualifications

Nutritionist 1

• Bachelor’s degree in dietetics, human nutrition, foods, and nutrition, nutrition education, food systems management, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
• Verification statement of completion of a didactic program accredited by The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Nutritionist 2

• Bachelor’s degree in dietetics, human nutrition, foods and nutrition, nutrition education, food systems management or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
• Verification statement of completion of a didactic program accredited by The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Two years of job‑related experience providing nutrition care to groups and individuals; or two years of experience at the lower level Dietitian/Nutritionist 1 (HCP020) or equivalent position.

Nutritionist 3 – Registered & Licensed Dietitian

• Bachelor’s degree in dietetics, human nutrition, foods and nutrition, nutrition education, food systems management or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
• Verification statement of completion of a didactic program accredited by The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Three years of job‑related experience providing nutrition care to groups and individuals; or two years of experience at the lower level Dietitian/Nutritionist 2 (HCP021) or equivalent position.

Note

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a nutrition field from an ACEND accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD), but did not earn a verification statement. A letter from the DPD program director can serve as coursework verification.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nutritional Sciences, Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics, or Public Health Nutrition from an accredited college or university that meets specific coursework criteria. Criteria can be reviewed and verified using non‑DPD required coursework references.
• Bi‑lingual – Spanish/English language preferred; $1.00 added to minimum hire salary for those who qualify.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bi‑lingual (Spanish/English).
• Minimum overall undergraduate GPA of 2.5.

Additional Perks

• A supportive and rewarding work environment.
• Physical activity breaks.
• Worksite wellness program.
• Employee assistance program.

Benefits

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play.
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents.
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths.
• Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long‑term career.
• Take Part in a Hands‑on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem‑solving, no matter your role.
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you.

Criminal Background Check / Fingerprinting, Reference Checks & Immunizations

These checks are required for employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• District 4 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The State will not unlawfully consider an applicant's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, genetic information, political affiliation, protected uniformed service, or other legally protected category in making selections.