Women, Infant, and Children (WIC) - Nutritionist

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Georgetown Health Department or Negotiable

Nutrition Care: Assesses the nutritional status of patients by performing and/or evaluating anthropometric measurements, biochemical tests clinical assessment, dietary recall, and economic and social data. Provides initial care plan from assessment (clinical or home visit). Implements and evaluates. therapeutic nutrition treatment plans to guide and modify the behavior of patients. Conducts WIC nutrition education classes and certification. Provides Level I and Level II counseling and support within their scope of practice to new mothers. Promotes and supports breastfeeding to pregnant and breastfeeding women. Issues breast pumps to WIC-certified breastfeeding participants according to policy. Assists with quality assurance processes for WIC program nutrition services. i.e. WIC certifications. nutrition education. and special formulas.

Provides supervision to nutritional staff on the site. Ensures PCAS, SCEIS, travel. and other documentation is submitted according to policy and deadlines. Completes EPMS according to policy and deadlines.

Completes required reports. Chart documentation in the WIC MIS system per program/region.

Professional Development and Training: Update professional skills and knowledge to ensure delivery of quality nutrition services. Participates in continuing education opportunities to ensure utilization of evidence-based practice. Complete and maintain advanced certification(s) required for the position.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State Minimum Requirements: Some positions require registration or eligibility for registration by the American Dietetics Association. A bachelor’s degree in nutrition, dietetics or community nutrition and experience in a clinical, public health or institutional setting; or a bachelor’s degree in any field and registration by the American Dietetics Association and experience in a clinical, public health or institutional setting. Some positions require registration with the American Dietetics Association and a valid license from the South Carolina Panel for Dietetics.

Agency Additional Requirements:

DPH employees are required to participate in disaster preparedness during hazardous weather or declaration of an emergency. This involves being subject to duty and or call on a 24-hour basis.
You must possess a valid driver's license and have access to a reliable transportation.
This position may require working early (before 8:30 am), evening (after 5:00 pm) and/or Saturday's.
 Ability to lift 30 pounds and stand for long periods of time, if required.

IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS: All new employees who are healthcare providers with job-specific exposure risk are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, varicella, and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:  Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency may require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. Institutions of higher learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred: One year of nutrition supervisory experience. Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC)

Additional Comments

EEO:

SC DPH is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency.  We are committed to a diverse workforce.  SC DPH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Applicants needing an accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for an accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.
 
DRIVING RECORD:
If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.
 

WORK/LIFE BALANCE:

If you are looking for work/life balance, this is the place to be. Easy pace, terrific area to raise a family, low cost of living, beautiful area – close to the beaches and the mountains. Low median cost of living, low taxes, and excellent school systems.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that include:
Health, Dental, Vision, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse & Children
15 Days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
15 Days Sick Leave per year
13 Paid Holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave (PPL) Six Weeks for mother per year/Two Weeks for partner per year
State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Program

REMOTE WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after six (6) months of employment for approved positions.