SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64049920

　　Date: Jan 23, 2024

　　Location:

　　ST AUGUSTINE, FL, US, 32084

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　　Requisition No: 821198

　　Agency: Department of Health

　　Working Title: SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64049920

　　Pay Plan: Career Service

　　Position Number: 64049920

　　Salary: $53,550.12

　　Posting Closing Date: 02/02/2024

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　　Open Competitive

　　“Anticipated Vacancy”

　　Your Specific Responsibilities:

　　This position provides professional public health nutrition counseling to WIC participants that requires independent judgment in a Clinical setting.

　　Assesses anthropometric and dietary data to determine eligibility for the WIC Program in accordance with state and federal policies and regulations stated in DHM 150-24. Provides nutrition counseling to WIC participants and documents in FL-WiSE. Assess immunization status of WIC children. Provides referrals to other health care and social service programs, as needed. Develops, monitors, evaluates, and revises nutrition care plans for high-risk clients. Discusses clients progress with other professionals, as needed. Provides nutrition counseling to patients receiving medical care in Family Practice as needed.

　　Provides breastfeeding support to pregnant and postpartum women.

　　Maintain records, generate and monitors WIC reports, to promote quality assurance. Monitor and reconcile WIC inventories.

　　Assures scheduling of follow-up counseling sessions. Performs anthropometric duties to include hemoglobin as needed.

　　Complete the process for client with Direct Distribution as needed, using the WIC Formula Reference Guide along with following procedures outlined in DHM 150-25. As needed; calculate formula usage and amount allowable per USDA. Orders special formula using FL WIC state contract procedure. Process/reconcile invoices for special formula following procedures outlined in DHM 150-25. Complies with and monitors compliance of the mandatory requirements in Section 215.422, Florida Statute and Chapter 3A-24, Florida Administrative Code (prompt payment requirement).

　　Participates in outreach activities for the CHD as needed. Ensures the integrity/confidentiality of all data sets in the program; complies with the information security protocols and procedures (DOHP 50-10-16); security and privacy of client information is maintained; disclosure of confidential information is released only after proper authorization has been obtained; and information that is exempt from public record disclosure is maintained in a confidential manner.

　　Performs other duties as assigned.

　　Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of the current science and practice of nutrition or dietetics. Knowledge of the methods of compiling, organizing, and analyzing data. Knowledge of nutritional and dietary assessment techniques. Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports. Ability to plan and conduct a nutrition program or project. Ability to analyze and interpret anthropometric, biochemical, dietary, and clinical data. Ability to apply educational plans and materials. Ability to develop educational/training techniques to learning. Ability to develop educational/training plans and supporting materials. Ability to use various communication channels to provide educational/training. Ability to identify needs and develop programs or projects to meet the needs of the community or patient group(s).

　　Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work activities. Ability to Communicate effectively to convey information (verbally and writing) to others. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Skills and ability to proficiently use Microsoft Word. PowerPoint and Excel.

　　Qualifications:

　　Minimum This occupation requires the ability to meet the requirements outlined in Chapter 468, Part X, Florida Statutes, or be eligible to practice dietetics in accordance with Chapter 64B8-40 to 45, Florida Administrative Code and/or Registration as a dietitian as defined by the American Dietetic Association Licensure as a Dietitian/Nutritionist IAW Chapter 468.

　　Incumbent may be required to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty required of the incumbent includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural, must be able to lift 20 lbs, Valid Driver’s License.

　　Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

　　Mission:

　　To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

　　Vision:

　　To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

　　Values:

　　I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

　　C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

　　A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

　　R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

　　E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

　　Where You Will Work:

　　ST. Johns County Health Department

　　The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

　　Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

　　Annual and Sick Leave benefits;

　　Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;

　　State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;

　　Retirement plan options, including employer contributions

　　(For more information, please click www.myfrs.com );

　　Flexible Spending Accounts;

　　Tuition waivers;

　　And more!

　　For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .

　　Please be advised:

　　Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.

　　This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

　　Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov

　　If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

　　The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.

　　Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

　　Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.

　　The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

　　Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

　　The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

　　VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

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