Remote Public Health Dietitian (WIC Specialist)

South Dakota AG; Rapid City (SD); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

11 paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Dental and vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

South Dakota Department of Health is hiring a Registered Dietitian/Licensed Nutritionist (RD/LN) for the WIC program in the Office of Family Nutrition Services. You will deliver nutrition services, case management, and breastfeeding support, with supervision by the Dietitian Manager.

Responsibilities include eligibility determination, nutrition education, health assessments, and community outreach. Travel and occasional weekend work may be required; hybrid in-person/remote delivery is supported.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in human nutrition or related field preferred.
• Dietetic internship or Academy approval required.
• Registered Dietitian with CDR or registration within 365 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Determine participant eligibility and residency for WIC services.
• Provide nutrition education and health assessments to participants.
• Deliver breastfeeding education and support to families.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure care continuity.
• Build partnerships to improve referrals and outreach in the community.

Skills

Motivational interviewing

Nutrition education

Breastfeeding education

Interpreters coordination

Cultural competency

Effective communication

Education

Master's degree in nutrition/public health

Dietetic internship approval

Registered Dietitian (CDR)

Job description

South Dakota Department of Health is hiring a Registered Dietitian/Licensed Nutritionist (RD/LN) for the WIC program in the Office of Family Nutrition Services. You will deliver nutrition services, case management, and breastfeeding support, with supervision by the Dietitian Manager.

Responsibilities include eligibility determination, nutrition education, health assessments, and community outreach. Travel and occasional weekend work may be required; hybrid in-person/remote delivery is supported.