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WIC Nutritionist Senior

1 month ago

Austin, United States City of Austin Full time

Minimum Qualifications
Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Food and Nutrition plus two (2) years of experience in a field related to Nutrition or Dietetics.

Licenses or Certifications:
•Valid Class C Texas driver's license.
•Completion of all required WIC modules during the probationary period.

Notes to Applicants
Position Overview
The WIC Nutritionist Senior will administer lead responsibilities for the day-to-day activities in the WIC clinic. This includes but is not limited to acting as a liaison between the clinic and the program manager, including notifying them about staffing, supply and equipment needs. Handling incident and accident reporting, and resolving on-site customer service issues. Assisting management with the implementation of internal processes and changes. Assessing clients' income and nutritional needs to determine their eligibility for the WIC program.

APH Information

  • This position supports Austin Public Health's Mission and Core Purpose identified in the Austin Public Health Strategic Plan .
  • Departmental Competencies related to the position can be found on Austin Public Health's website .

Immunization Requirement:
  • Due to high-risk areas, Austin Public Health employees must comply with the department's immunization policy.

Driving Requirement
  • This position requires a Valid Texas Class C Driver's License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin's Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

Travel
  • If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

When completing the City of Austin employment application:
  • Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.

  • A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine your salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide the job title, employment dates and description of responsibilities for all jobs you wish to be considered.

  • The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. A resume will not be considered, in lieu of a completed City of Austin application.

  • Please understand that your job application, cover letter, and resume will be used to measure or assess your written communication skills, including grammar and spelling, in helping us screen applications and determine candidates to be interviewed.

  • Work experience listed must include month, year, and a verifiable Supervisor or Human Resources phone number.

  • When completing the supplemental questions, please note that your answers must be supported by information contained in your application.
ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS REQUIRED :
  • Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meets the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees, in Good Standing, who are Candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview.

  • All Austin Public Health worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any Austin Public Health worksite - including parking lots, garages, or in any personal vehicle located on the premises.

  • When public health responds to an emergency you may be assigned activities that are outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends with possible deployment to locations other than the Austin Public Health.

  • This position is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSF ) Program. This program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans.

Salary and Benefits:

  • Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position comes with a comprehensive benefits package consisting of medical and dental coverage, paid sick, vacation, and personal time, and a retirement plan.

If you are selected to interview:


Assessments:
  • Military/Veterans must provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of the initial interview to receive military/veteran interview preference.

  • This position will require a pre-employment Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ).

  • If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, which may include High School graduation or GED , undergraduate, and/or graduate degrees, will be required.

  • A skills assessment may be required.

Electronic Notification to Applications:

  • Applicants will be notified via e-mail to communicate important information related to the status of their application as part of an ongoing effort to increase operational efficiency, promote a green environment and minimize delays and costs.

  • Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our e-mails or fail to check your inbox in a timely manner.

  • Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Please note that the Department may close the job posting at any time after 7 days.


Preferred Qualifications
  • One (1) year WIC experience
  • Experience in team leading or supervisory skills
  • Customer service experience
  • Pass Criminal Background Investigation
  • Ability to provide own transportation
  • Ability to work outside 8am-5pm and some weekends
  • Experience communicating effectively
  • Experience teaching classes
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.


1. Administer lead responsibilities for day to day activities for WIC clinic
2. Liaison between clinic and Program Supervisor including notification of clinic staffing, supply and equipment needs, report incidents/accidents, and address and resolve immediate customer complaints.
3. Assist Management with ensuring implementation of internal standardized process changes.
4. Assess income and nutritional needs to determine eligibility for WIC Program according to Federal, State, and local policies and procedures.
5. Deliver group and individual nutrition and breastfeeding education according to agency approved Nutrition Education Plan.
6. Perform participant income and health screenings which includes obtaining ID, residency, and health history measuring height, weight and length of WIC client and plotting on growth grid, calculating income and BMI , performing
finger stick and determining conditions of nutritional need.
7. Prescribe supplemental food package, assess need for breastfeeding pumps and supplies, and issues in accordance with Federal, State and Local policies and procedures.
8. Screen immunization record to obtain immunization status.
9. Refer participants to appropriate community, health and human service resources as needed.
10. Issue and maintain inventory of returned formula, breast pumps and supplies, and educational material according
to policy.
11. Participate in assigned health fairs, community events and projects and makes presentations to groups as assigned.
12. Prepare bulletin boards with nutrition messages according to agency approved Nutrition Education Plan.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:
May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training and guidance to others.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

•Knowledge of lead techniques and principles.
•Knowledge of Federal, State, City, and local policies and regulations that pertain to WIC services.
•Knowledge of principles and practice of nutrition, breastfeeding physiology, anatomy, and counseling and training techniques.
•Knowledge of public health programs, social services and client needs.
•Skill in providing nutrition and breastfeeding education and excellent customer service and support.
•Skill in handling multiple tasks, organizing and prioritizing.
•Skill in using computers and related software applications.
•Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
•Ability to work with frequent interruptions.
•Ability to train others.
•Ability to communicate information and ideas, effectively, clearly and concisely with others.
•Ability to interact effectively and professionally with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, education, racial, ethnic and professional backgrounds; managers, co-workers, and members of the public and professional groups.
Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.