Important! To apply you must submit a Shawnee County application at https://jobs.sncoapps.us
Only applications received through the County website will be considered.
SHAWNEE COUNTY, KANSAS Position Description
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Under general supervision, this position directs client counseling in multiple community and clinical settings, focusing on the client’s physical and emotional needs in order to develop positive nutritional habits. Performs other duties as required. This position is supervised by the WIC Team Leader.
WORK PERFORMED
45% Screenings/Certifications. Assesses client nutritional needs by evaluating client diet histories/recalls, performing anthropometric measures (height, weight, body mass index) and blood hemoglobin measurements. Certifies eligible applicants for the WIC food supplement program. Assesses general health and development during the client visit. Initiates referrals to health care providers and other appropriate community services.
40% Education and Services. Provides nutrition anticipatory guidance, breastfeeding support and education, oral health information and lead poisoning prevention materials. Develops nutrition care plans for WIC clients. Develops and designs interactive nutrition education displays. Provides follow up nutrition education for high risk clients and secondary nutrition education through individual appointments in person or over the phone. Presents nutrition education programs to the community. Collaborates with other health and social service agencies in the community in an effort to improve health and nutrition status in the community.
10% Quality Assurance. Interprets WIC regulations and works with clients and health care providers regarding special formula requests. Monitors and trains WIC vendors. Evaluates, organizes and maintains nutrition education materials. Participates in Health Department quality assurance programs for continuity and improvement of WIC client services.
5% Departmental Support. Adheres to dietetic standards of practice and follows Health Department procedures and protocols as well as local, State and Federal regulations. Will travel to various community sites and satellite clinic locations as needed to deliver services. Completes accurate program time studies and travel reports. Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS
Knowledge of:
- Dietetic and nutritional theory and practices.
- Basic human physical and psychosocial needs.
Ability to:
- Demonstrate sensitivity in working with families of various cultures, social and financial backgrounds.
- Apply nutritional theory to specific patient situations.
- Lead or conduct educational programs.
- Prepare and maintain records, charts and reports.
- Follow detailed written and oral directions.
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using the English language.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
(A) Graduation from an accredited college or university in dietetics or nutrition. Must be a Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Licensed as a Registered Dietitian in the State of Kansas.
(B) Pending graduation from an accredited college or university in dietetics or nutrition before the date of hire. Required to become a Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) and be licensed in the State of Kansas within six (6) months of employment.
- Valid Kansas Driver’s License and able to operate County-owned vehicle (HR-2013-2).
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Required to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
- Required to complete National Incident Management System (NIMS) 700 and Incident Command System (ICS) 100 within six (6) months of employment.
This Position Description is not designed to list all tasks and responsibilities of this position. Shawnee County reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need may arise. This Position Description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Important! To apply you must submit a Shawnee County application at https://jobs.sncoapps.us
- Only applications received through the County website will be considered.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $29.94 per year
Benefits:
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
License/Certification:
- License as a Registered Dietitian in the State of Kansas (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
