Georgia Department of Public Health
Part-Time, Hourly Nutritionist 1, 2, or 3 - 100% Remote - up to 29 hours per wee
Georgia Department of Public Health, Lagrange, Georgia, United States, 30241
Part‑Time, Hourly Nutritionist 1, 2, or 3 – 100% Remote – up to 29 Hours/Week
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.
All District 4 Public Health, County BOH employees are deemed essential employees in the event of an emergency and may be called on to participate in staffing a shelter, SPOC, or POD. Participation is part of the job requirement.
Job 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 client.
Advise clients and families on nutritional principles, dietary plans, and food selection and preparation.
Counsel individuals and groups on basic rules of good nutrition, healthy eating habits, and nutrition monitoring to improve 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.
Minimum Qualifications
Nutritionist 1
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 and Dietetics.
Nutritionist 2
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 a didactic program accredited by The Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics.
Two years of job‑related experience providing nutrition care to groups and individuals, or equivalent experience at the lower level Dietitian/Nutritionist 1.
Nutritionist 3
(District 4 requires a Registered & Licensed Dietitian)
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 a didactic program accredited by The Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics.
Three years of job‑related experience providing nutrition care to groups and individuals; or two years at the lower level Dietitian/Nutritionist 2.
NOTE:
According to Georgia Public Health WIC Program Guidelines, candidates without a verification statement who can comply with the following may be eligible:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a nutrition field from an ACEND accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD). A letter from the program director confirming completion can serve as coursework verification.
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 – $1.00 added to hourly rate.
To qualify for 100% remote work:
Candidate must have minimum ~6 months of related on‑site experience with the GA WIC Program.
Candidate with no previous GA WIC experience must work on‑site at a D4 WIC clinic for ~6 months prior to remote approval.
Candidate must be a resident of the State of Georgia.
Candidate must agree and comply with the Service Criteria for 100% Remote Positions as stated in the attached.
Preferred Qualifications
Bi‑lingual (Spanish/English language).
Additional Perks
A supportive and rewarding work environment.
Physical Activity Breaks.
Worksite Wellness Program.
Employee Assistance Program.
The following screening is required for successful applicants: criminal background check/fingerprinting; reference checks & immunizations required.
Benefits
Make a Professional Impact – build your career where it matters.
Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – experience flexibility in how you work.
Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – collaborative and inclusive environment.
Achieve Career Longevity – countless opportunities for continuous learning/development.
Take Part in a Hands‑on Working Culture – active engagement and problem‑solving.
Feel Pride in Where you Work – be part of making an impact in public health with dedicated people.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement 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.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. Please note that we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered.
To learn more about District 4 Public Health: https://www.district4health.org/
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All District 4 Public Health, County BOH employees are deemed essential employees in the event of an emergency and may be called on to participate in staffing a shelter, SPOC, or POD. Participation is part of the job requirement.
Job 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 client.
Advise clients and families on nutritional principles, dietary plans, and food selection and preparation.
Counsel individuals and groups on basic rules of good nutrition, healthy eating habits, and nutrition monitoring to improve 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.
Minimum Qualifications
Nutritionist 1
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 and Dietetics.
Nutritionist 2
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 a didactic program accredited by The Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics.
Two years of job‑related experience providing nutrition care to groups and individuals, or equivalent experience at the lower level Dietitian/Nutritionist 1.
Nutritionist 3
(District 4 requires a Registered & Licensed Dietitian)
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 a didactic program accredited by The Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics.
Three years of job‑related experience providing nutrition care to groups and individuals; or two years at the lower level Dietitian/Nutritionist 2.
NOTE:
According to Georgia Public Health WIC Program Guidelines, candidates without a verification statement who can comply with the following may be eligible:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a nutrition field from an ACEND accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD). A letter from the program director confirming completion can serve as coursework verification.
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 – $1.00 added to hourly rate.
To qualify for 100% remote work:
Candidate must have minimum ~6 months of related on‑site experience with the GA WIC Program.
Candidate with no previous GA WIC experience must work on‑site at a D4 WIC clinic for ~6 months prior to remote approval.
Candidate must be a resident of the State of Georgia.
Candidate must agree and comply with the Service Criteria for 100% Remote Positions as stated in the attached.
Preferred Qualifications
Bi‑lingual (Spanish/English language).
Additional Perks
A supportive and rewarding work environment.
Physical Activity Breaks.
Worksite Wellness Program.
Employee Assistance Program.
The following screening is required for successful applicants: criminal background check/fingerprinting; reference checks & immunizations required.
Benefits
Make a Professional Impact – build your career where it matters.
Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – experience flexibility in how you work.
Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – collaborative and inclusive environment.
Achieve Career Longevity – countless opportunities for continuous learning/development.
Take Part in a Hands‑on Working Culture – active engagement and problem‑solving.
Feel Pride in Where you Work – be part of making an impact in public health with dedicated people.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement 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.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. Please note that we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered.
To learn more about District 4 Public Health: https://www.district4health.org/
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