Georgia Department of Public Health
Full-Time Nutritionist 1, 2, or 3
Georgia Department of Public Health, Lagrange, Georgia, United States, 30241
Overview
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Georgia Department of Public Health . Region A Covering Carroll, Heard, & Troup Counties Troup County WIC & Nutrition Center 900 Dallis Street, Suite C, Lagrange, GA 30240 Job Description
Under general supervision, plans and conducts service or nutritional programs to assist in the promotion of health and control of disease. Provides nutritional assessment, education and counseling to individuals, groups, or the public. Serves as a resource on nutrition and dietetics to nurses, health educators or other health care providers in the facility. Responsibilities
Assesses nutritional needs, diet restrictions and current health plans to develop and implement dietary-care plans and provide nutritional counseling Consults with physicians and health care personnel to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of clients Advises clients and their families on nutritional principles, dietary plans and diet modifications, and food selection and preparation Counsels individuals and groups on basic rules of good nutrition, healthy eating habits, and nutrition monitoring to improve their quality of life Develops policies for food service or nutritional programs to assist in health promotion and disease control Develops curriculum and prepares manuals, visual aids, course outlines, and other materials used in teaching Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates strategies for promoting and supporting breastfeeding Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Nutritionist 1
- Annual Salary $44,523.60 Bachelor’s degree in dietetics, human nutrition, foods and nutrition, nutrition education, food systems management, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university AND verification statement of completion of a didactic program accredited by The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Nutritionist 2
- Annual Salary $48,975.96 Bachelor's degree in dietetics, human nutrition, foods and nutrition, nutrition education, food systems management or a closely related field from an accredited college or university, verification statement of completion of a didactic program accredited by The Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics AND Two years of job-related experience providing nutrition care to groups and individuals OR two years of experience at the lower-level Dietitian/Nutritionist 1 (HCP020) or position equivalent Nutritionist 3
- Annual Salary $56,322.35 Bachelor's degree in dietetics, human nutrition, foods and nutrition, nutrition education, food systems management or a closely related field from an accredited college or university, verification statement of completion of a didactic program accredited by The Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics AND Three years of job-related experience providing nutrition care to groups and individuals OR two years of experience at the lower-level Dietitian/Nutritionist 2 (HCP021) or position equivalent Note: According to Georgia Public Health WIC Program Guidelines, candidates without a verification statement may be eligible with the following: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a nutrition field from an ACEND accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) without a verification statement, accompanied by a letter from the DPD program director confirming completion Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nutritional Sciences, Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics, or Public Health Nutrition meeting specific coursework criteria Bi-lingual - Spanish/English language preferred - $1,000 added to hire-in salary for those who qualify Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual (Spanish/English) Minimum overall undergrad GPA of 2.5 Benefits
13 Paid Holidays Generous Leave Package Employees Retirement System Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Health Care Spending Account Dependent Care Spending Account Life Insurance AD&D Insurance Disability Insurance Legal Insurance Long-Term Care Insurance Specified Illness Deferred Compensation (401K & 457 Plans) Atlanta Postal Credit Union For more information on the State of Georgia Benefits visit - http://team.georgia.gov/ Additional Information
Additional Perks A supportive and rewarding work environment Physical Activity Breaks Worksite Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program To learn more about District 4 Public Health visit - https://www.district4health.org/ Note: District 4 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The State will not unlawfully consider an applicant's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, genetic information, political affiliation, protected uniformed service, or other legally protected category when making selections. Application Process
Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Reference Checks & Immunizations Required. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. For more information about Public Health, watch the district video. Our mission is to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide.
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Join to apply for the
Full-Time Nutritionist 1, 2, or 3
role at
Georgia Department of Public Health . Region A Covering Carroll, Heard, & Troup Counties Troup County WIC & Nutrition Center 900 Dallis Street, Suite C, Lagrange, GA 30240 Job Description
Under general supervision, plans and conducts service or nutritional programs to assist in the promotion of health and control of disease. Provides nutritional assessment, education and counseling to individuals, groups, or the public. Serves as a resource on nutrition and dietetics to nurses, health educators or other health care providers in the facility. Responsibilities
Assesses nutritional needs, diet restrictions and current health plans to develop and implement dietary-care plans and provide nutritional counseling Consults with physicians and health care personnel to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of clients Advises clients and their families on nutritional principles, dietary plans and diet modifications, and food selection and preparation Counsels individuals and groups on basic rules of good nutrition, healthy eating habits, and nutrition monitoring to improve their quality of life Develops policies for food service or nutritional programs to assist in health promotion and disease control Develops curriculum and prepares manuals, visual aids, course outlines, and other materials used in teaching Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates strategies for promoting and supporting breastfeeding Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Nutritionist 1
- Annual Salary $44,523.60 Bachelor’s degree in dietetics, human nutrition, foods and nutrition, nutrition education, food systems management, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university AND verification statement of completion of a didactic program accredited by The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Nutritionist 2
- Annual Salary $48,975.96 Bachelor's degree in dietetics, human nutrition, foods and nutrition, nutrition education, food systems management or a closely related field from an accredited college or university, verification statement of completion of a didactic program accredited by The Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics AND Two years of job-related experience providing nutrition care to groups and individuals OR two years of experience at the lower-level Dietitian/Nutritionist 1 (HCP020) or position equivalent Nutritionist 3
- Annual Salary $56,322.35 Bachelor's degree in dietetics, human nutrition, foods and nutrition, nutrition education, food systems management or a closely related field from an accredited college or university, verification statement of completion of a didactic program accredited by The Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics AND Three years of job-related experience providing nutrition care to groups and individuals OR two years of experience at the lower-level Dietitian/Nutritionist 2 (HCP021) or position equivalent Note: According to Georgia Public Health WIC Program Guidelines, candidates without a verification statement may be eligible with the following: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a nutrition field from an ACEND accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) without a verification statement, accompanied by a letter from the DPD program director confirming completion Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nutritional Sciences, Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics, or Public Health Nutrition meeting specific coursework criteria Bi-lingual - Spanish/English language preferred - $1,000 added to hire-in salary for those who qualify Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual (Spanish/English) Minimum overall undergrad GPA of 2.5 Benefits
13 Paid Holidays Generous Leave Package Employees Retirement System Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Health Care Spending Account Dependent Care Spending Account Life Insurance AD&D Insurance Disability Insurance Legal Insurance Long-Term Care Insurance Specified Illness Deferred Compensation (401K & 457 Plans) Atlanta Postal Credit Union For more information on the State of Georgia Benefits visit - http://team.georgia.gov/ Additional Information
Additional Perks A supportive and rewarding work environment Physical Activity Breaks Worksite Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program To learn more about District 4 Public Health visit - https://www.district4health.org/ Note: District 4 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The State will not unlawfully consider an applicant's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, genetic information, political affiliation, protected uniformed service, or other legally protected category when making selections. Application Process
Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Reference Checks & Immunizations Required. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. For more information about Public Health, watch the district video. Our mission is to protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide.
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