Public Health Nutritionist

2 months ago

Southampton, Southampton, United Kingdom Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

Job Summary

The Commonwealth of Virginia is seeking a highly motivated and energetic individual to join the Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) team as a Nutritionist. This position provides nutrition services to clients in a variety of settings within the district.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conducts patient nutritional assessments and evaluations in the clinic, school and community settings.
  • Develops and monitors nutritional care plans and food packages.
  • Certifies clients for participation in available public health programs.
  • Schedules, provides and documents basic and secondary/high risk nutrition education.
  • Makes referrals to programs such as Medicaid, AFDC, and SNAP benefits.
  • May perform other related administrative tasks.

About the Role

This Nutritionist is based in Suffolk but may be required to work at other offices within the district on occasion. The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is dedicated to protecting and promoting the health of Virginians. The Western Tidewater WIC Program services the City of Franklin, the City of Suffolk, Isle of Wight County, Southampton County as well as Pughsville.

Requirements

  • Must meet requirements for use of title Dietitian/Nutritionist as authorized by Code of VA 54.1 – 2731
  • Comprehensive knowledge of principles and practices of nutrition and dietetics and its relationship to public health and regulations/standards for the program
  • Knowledge of nutrition principles and an ability to make appropriate nutritional assessments for all age groups, including women, infants and children; ability to obtain, interpret, and evaluate data to describe population served and outcomes of nutrition intervention
  • Strong communication, organizational and planning skills; ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff members individually and in group settings
  • Ability to respond to public inquiry regarding the WIC program

Preferred Qualifications

  • Registered Dietitian preferred
  • Prior public health experience and/or experience with WIC program preferred

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