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Overview We are accepting applications for the following position: Nutritionist (10169 & 10165). Founded in the 1920s and headquartered in Decatur, GA, DeKalb Public Health (DKPH) works to protect, promote and improve the health and well-being of all DeKalb County residents. Our vision is for a healthier DeKalb where all residents have equitable access to public health resources and live healthy lives. For more information about our agency please visit dekalbpublichealth.com. Location / Division / Department / Salary LOCATION: North & T.O. Vinson Health Center DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Community Health – MCH SALARY INFORMATION: $45,128.06 Annually / Pay Grade I / Job Code HCP021 Exceptional Benefits 13 Paid Holidays 3 Weeks Annual Leave 3 Weeks Sick Leave Flexible Schedules within our core working hours of M-F 8:15am-5pm Pension Plan Employer 401K Match Payroll Deductible Health Benefits Payroll Deductible Flex Benefits Flexible Spending Accounts Worksite Wellness Diverse Workforce Opportunities for Growth Hybrid teleworking option for eligible positions after probation Responsibilities Under general technical and administrative direction of the senior Nutritionist, work independently in a variety of community locations and health centers. Perform work of above average difficulty requiring professional judgment in the nutritional assessment, counseling, education and management of patients receiving health services from DeKalb Public Health. Assess individual nutritional status and intervention needs by evaluating laboratory values, growth patterns, dietary, medical histories and socioeconomic status of patients in health department services. Study and apply federal and state regulations in determining eligibility and providing required nutrition services for participants in the WIC Supplemental Food and Nutrition Program. Counsel patients in the WIC Program and other Board of Health areas; maternal child health, and women’s health programs, regarding nutritional requirements appropriate to physiological needs. Provide referral to other health department services and other public and private agencies as indicated by the assessment process. Monitors WIC clinics using the State WIC Unit Administrative Review Form. Completes review of one clinic per month. Document results of the review for the WIC Coordinator. Identify and manage through individual counseling those WIC patients requiring intensive treatment and ongoing management for complex nutrition related problems such as growth retardation, food allergies, formula intolerance, iron deficiency, inborn errors of metabolism. Provide nutrition counseling and management services to other patients identified or referred with such problems as obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and anemia. Provide nutritional consultation to other health team members working with patients with these complex nutritional problems. Plan and implement group patient nutrition education activities in Board of Health clinics and programs and in other community agencies on topics including nutritional needs for good health, economical food purchasing, food preparation and menu planning. Plan and conduct in-service education programs for Board of Health staff members including WIC clerical team, public health nurses and for staff members in other community agencies such as Cooperative Extension Services, Department of Family and Children Services and others. Select and/or develop and prepare nutrition education materials for Board of Health patients and staff, staff of other community agencies and the general public. Work with mass media, including radio, television, newspapers, to promote accurate nutrition information for the public. Document activities. Document individual nutrition counseling in patient medical records using the SOAP format. Record group nutrition education according to established procedures. Prepare monthly reports of activities accomplished. Monitor effectiveness of Board of Health nutrition programs by activities such as performing internal audits of patient records, administering questionnaires to patients, making site visits to WIC Vendors. According to established procedures, makes and receives referrals for services involving other community agencies. Collect data necessary to evaluate nutrition program needs in DeKalb County. Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor. Qualifications 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 & Dietetics and two (2) years of job-related experience providing nutrition care to groups and individuals. OR Two (2) years of experience at the lower level Dietitian/Nutritionist 1 (HCP020) or position equivalent. Notes Employment with DeKalb Public Health is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. Requirements for this position may be subject to: pre-employment drug screening, criminal background check/fingerprinting, previous employment reference check, specific immunizations, motor vehicle check, and/or education and/or licensure verification. All applicants must apply for this position and complete the application in: Career Opportunities | Locations: DeKalb County | Sorted by Posting Date descending | Job Opportunities (governmentjobs.com). If you require accommodations under the American Disabilities Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to jannise.gray1@dph.ga.gov. Equal Opportunity Statement DEKALB PUBLIC HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. #J-18808-Ljbffr Georgia Department of Public Health (GA)

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