Public Health Nutritionist

Contra Costa County; Brentwood (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Contra Costa County Health Services Department invites qualified individuals for a Public Health Nutritionist in the WIC program located in San Pablo and Pittsburg, CA, with occasional travel to various locations within Contra Costa County.

The role involves providing nutrition education, counseling, and breastfeeding support to clients, along with developing menus for subcontractors and conducting café site visits to ensure compliance and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Academic background aligned to nutrition/public health nutrition with at least a Master’s degree.
• Registered Dietitian certification required by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
• One year of full-time community-based nutrition experience.
• Master’s degree may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group nutrition education and counseling.
• Develop menu items for subcontracted preparation.
• Conduct cafe site visits for compliance and quality.
• Perform client surveys and use data tools to assess needs.
• Support staff and community health professionals with nutrition information and referrals.
• Follow federal, state and county nutrition policies and procedures.

Education

Master's Degree in Nutrition / Public Health Nutrition or closely related field

Registered Dietitian certification

Job description

Bargaining Unit: Local 856 – Health Services Unit

The Position

Why Join Contra Costa County?

The Contra Costa County Health Services Department is offering an excellent career opportunity for qualified individuals interested in the Public Health Nutritionist position. There are currently two (2) vacancies in the WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program located in San Pablo and Pittsburg, CA. You may occasionally be required to travel to various locations in Contra Costa County.

Public Health Nutritionists are responsible for planning, directing and carrying out the nutrition education program and providing nutrition services to the public. WIC serves pregnant women, women who have recently been pregnant, infants, and children up to their fifth birthday. WIC's mission is to provide all women, infants, and children with healthy food, and the knowledge and opportunity to make healthy choices in an atmosphere of dignity and respect, thus enhancing the potential for all Californians to enjoy a higher quality of life.

We Are Looking For Someone Who Is

• A clear communicator. You will be responsible for providing individual and group counseling, and providing nutrition education clearly in writing and verbally to clients
• Knowledgeable. You will be responsible for providing nutrition education, and breastfeeding support to clients
• A team player. You will need to have excellent interpersonal skills with a strong ability to work in a team environment
• Adaptable. You will need to be able to adapt to changing priorities and a fast-paced environment

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Providing individual counseling, group counseling, and nutrition education
• Developing menu items to be prepared by subcontractors
• Conducting café site visits to ensure compliance
• Conducting client surveys and other data tools to ensure client needs are being met
• Supporting staff and community health professionals with nutrition and health information and referrals
• Following federal, state, and county policies and procedures

A few reasons you might love this job:

• You will be essential to providing clients with nutritious and healthy meals
• You will perform vital functions to support the health and wellness of clients in the community
• It will be rewarding to be making a difference in the community
• There will be opportunities for growth

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• You will face multiple deadlines, multi-tasking, and time management
• You may have to cope with exposure to stressful situations
• You must adapt to ever-changing technology

Competencies Required:

• Critical Thinking: Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims
• Delivering Results: Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks
• Adaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires
• Handling Stress: Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity
• Professional Integrity & Ethics: Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
• Listening: Fully comprehending spoken communication
• Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
• Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
• Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
• Customer Focus: Attending to the needs and expectations of customers
• Professional Impact: Presenting self as a positive representative of the organization
• Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
• Valuing Diversity: Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace

To read the complete job description, please visit the website: https://www.cccounty.us/hr.

The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.

Minimum Qualifications

License Required: Possession of a valid California motor vehicle operator's license. Out of state valid motor vehicle operator's license will be accepted during the application process.

Certification required: A valid Certificate as a Registered Dietitian, issued by the Commission on Dietetic Registration, the credentialing agency for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Experience: One (1) year of full-time (or the equivalent of full-time) experience performing community based nutrition work.

Substitution for Experience: Possession of a Master's Degree in nutrition, public health nutrition or a closely related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.

Selection Process

• Application Filing and Evaluation: All applicants must apply online at www.cccounty.us/hr and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date. Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of filing. Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.
• Training and Experience Evaluation: Candidates who clearly demonstrate that they possess the minimum qualifications will have their training and experience evaluated. The responses to the supplemental questions, at the time of filing, will be evaluated to determine each candidate's relevant education, training, and/or experience as presented on the application and supplemental questionnaire. (Weighted 100%)

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

For recruitment questions, please contact Health Services Personnel, Recruitment Team at [e-mail].

For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs’ applicant support team for assistance at [phone].

CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources Department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

Contra Costa County is committed to providing equal access and opportunity to qualified individuals with disabilities in its employment practices. If you believe you may anticipate needing reasonable accommodation, please visit our job seeker resources page at: Special Testing Accommodations | Contra Costa County, CA Official Website.

To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits