Senior Public Health Nutritionist — Lead Community Nutrition Programs

Florida; Wauchula (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Sick leave

Holidays

Insurance options

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Florida Department of Health in Polk County is seeking a Senior Public Health Nutritionist to support WIC services across the Polk/Hardee region. You will conduct nutrition and breastfeeding assessments, develop care plans, certify eligibility, and provide education to clients and professionals.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in public health nutrition or related field, a Florida driver’s license, and strong counseling and data skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public health nutrition or related field.
• Valid Florida driver's license or ability to obtain in 30 days.
• Knowledge of nutrition assessment techniques and data handling.
• Ability to supervise staff and coordinate programs.
• Bilingual skills may be required (Spanish/Creole) in some cases.

Responsibilities

• Complete medical and nutrition history and breastfeeding assessments for WIC clients.
• Develop, monitor, and revise nutrition care plans for risk levels and document counseling.
• Certify clients for WIC participation and assign nutrition risk per policy.
• Provide nutrition education and outreach to healthcare professionals and communities.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and participate in outreach and health fairs.

Skills

Nutrition knowledge

Counseling patients

Data analysis

Communication

Program supervision

Project planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in public health nutrition or dietetics

Tools

None

Job description

The Florida Department of Health in Polk County is seeking a Senior Public Health Nutritionist to support WIC services across the Polk/Hardee region. You will conduct nutrition and breastfeeding assessments, develop care plans, certify eligibility, and provide education to clients and professionals.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in public health nutrition or related field, a Florida driver’s license, and strong counseling and data skills.