Nutritionist II #51153
Department: Health
Hiring Range: $56,464.00 - $67,757.00
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
This position assesses applicants and participants of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (the "WIC Program"). Position requires approximately 40 hours of work per workweek.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
To successfully perform this position, an individual must be able to perform the following:
- Educates, administers, and oversees WIC Program participation including continuing eligibility and applications
- Obtains, assesses, and documents anthropometric and biochemical measures
- Interviews applicants to obtain information regarding their medical history, dietary practices, and socioeconomic factors to determine their eligibility for the WIC Program
- Provides nutritional counseling and education to create strategies to improve nutritional status
- Accepts participants into the WIC Program and assigned WIC Program packages based on participant need
- Accurately documents the WIC Program or related care provided in a timely manner
- Interacts with and assists the general public via telephone, email, or in person to provide support, information, and assistance with the WIC Program
- Effectively communicates (orally and in writing) with the general public regarding the WIC Program; attends and participates in community events to promote and educate the public about the WIC Program
- Performs other duties as required or assigned
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor Degree in Science in Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition, and Community Nutrition
- At least one (1) to three (3) years of nutrition experience in a community, clinical, or food service setting developing the necessary knowledge and skill to work in this position
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, WORKING CONDITIONS, AND OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURES:
- Standard vision requirements, with or without corrective lenses
- Occasionally lifts up to ten (10) pounds
- Occasionally spends time standing, walking, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, tasting or smelling, pushing or pulling, and engaging in repetitive motions
- Frequently spends time sitting, speaking or hearing, and using hands or fingers to handle, feel, type, or text
- Occasional exposure to some disagreeable elements (i.e., dust, heat, fumes, cold, or noise)
- Subjected to some mental effort and potential stressful situations during day to day operations
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Proficient in spoken and written English
- Ability to prepare and analyze written or computer data
- Ability to express and exchange ideas through verbal communication
- Must be able to observe general surroundings and activities
- Ability to convey detailed instructions loudly, accurately, and/or quickly
- Ability to use measuring devices
- Ability to operate and use systems, technologies, motor vehicles, and machines required to perform duties of this position
- Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrates verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to receive detailed instructions or information through verbal communication
- Ability to select, evaluate, and interpret data from several sources, such as guidelines, policies, and procedures
Application Process: Burke County applications can be completed at https://www.burkenc.org/jobs. Hard copy applications may be obtained at the Human Resources office, located at 200 Avery Ave., Morganton, NC 28655, Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. Completed applications must provide a complete work history, including a detailed and thorough list of job duties. Incomplete applications cannot be processed. To receive consideration, submit a completed application to Burke County Human Resources through the website, or by email at [email protected].
Burke County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability or genetic information in employment or the provision of services.
Pay: $56,464.00 - $67,757.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
