State of Florida
OPS PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64911178 1
State of Florida, Naples, Florida, United States, 33939
OPS PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64911178 1
Agency:
Department of Health Working Title:
OPS PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST Pay Plan:
Temp Position Number:
64911178 Salary:
$39.80/HR Posting Closing Date:
12/30/2025 Locations:
Naples and Immokalee, FL
Job Overview This is a part‑time position anticipated to work 20 hours per week. The incumbent provides direct client service to Collier Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program participants. The incumbent is expected to assess the nutrition status of WIC applicants/clients, provide pertinent nutrition education and counseling, assign appropriate WIC food packages, provide indicated referrals, and adequately document all items listed above. This employee is required to have an annual assessment for TB and may be at risk for exposure to blood‑borne pathogens. The employee will be immunized in accordance with State Health Program Office Immunization Recommendations and will work at both facilities located in Naples and Immokalee. The position reports to the Public Health Nutrition Consultant.
Your Specific Responsibilities
Interview WIC clients to perform nutritional assessment screening for medical high risk, high risk and low risk clients.
Analyze medical, nutritional, and anthropometrical data to determine nutritional risk eligibility and assign correct WIC nutrition risk codes.
Provide nutrition education and counseling to all client types.
Document assessment, counseling provided, and client established goal.
Assign appropriate food packages for client type.
Prepare individualized, outcome‑oriented nutrition care plan for all clients determined as high risk and medically high risk.
Assess, educate, and promote positive breastfeeding practices to WIC participants and refer clients to Peer Counselors, CLC and IBCLC as needed in accordance with WIC policies.
Provide and document referrals to other community programs such as the immunization program, medical referrals, family planning, smoking cessation, community food, clothing and shelter sources, and other government assistance.
Perform height, weight, and hemoglobin, as needed.
Attend staff meetings and in‑service sessions as scheduled.
Maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information in accordance with state and federal statutes, rules, and regulations.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
Ability to learn the FL‑WISE computer system, DOH software and use a calculator.
Skilled in performing nutrition assessments and providing nutrition education.
Accurate documentation of patient records and data entry.
Professional interaction and collaboration with clients, community partners and DOH staff.
Effective verbal and written communication.
Willingness to work flexible hours and at different locations if needed.
Maintain client confidentiality.
Qualifications
Required: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in nutritional science, community nutrition, clinical nutrition, dietetics, or public health nutrition from a U.S. accredited university or college.
Current licensure as a Florida‑licensed Registered Dietitian.
Valid Florida Driver’s License and reliable transportation.
Ability to work additional hours in emergencies as required.
Preferred:
Bilingual skills (Spanish/English or Haitian Creole/English).
Experience working in Public Health/Community Nutrition/WIC.
American Heart Association cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification (CPR).
Legal Statements Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer:
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or the People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287) in advance.
Individuals must provide a Social Security Number and complete drug testing as required for safety‑sensitive positions.
Benefits for OPS Employees
State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
Workers’ Compensation (mandatory)
Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory)
Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements)
Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
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Department of Health Working Title:
OPS PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST Pay Plan:
Temp Position Number:
64911178 Salary:
$39.80/HR Posting Closing Date:
12/30/2025 Locations:
Naples and Immokalee, FL
Job Overview This is a part‑time position anticipated to work 20 hours per week. The incumbent provides direct client service to Collier Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program participants. The incumbent is expected to assess the nutrition status of WIC applicants/clients, provide pertinent nutrition education and counseling, assign appropriate WIC food packages, provide indicated referrals, and adequately document all items listed above. This employee is required to have an annual assessment for TB and may be at risk for exposure to blood‑borne pathogens. The employee will be immunized in accordance with State Health Program Office Immunization Recommendations and will work at both facilities located in Naples and Immokalee. The position reports to the Public Health Nutrition Consultant.
Your Specific Responsibilities
Interview WIC clients to perform nutritional assessment screening for medical high risk, high risk and low risk clients.
Analyze medical, nutritional, and anthropometrical data to determine nutritional risk eligibility and assign correct WIC nutrition risk codes.
Provide nutrition education and counseling to all client types.
Document assessment, counseling provided, and client established goal.
Assign appropriate food packages for client type.
Prepare individualized, outcome‑oriented nutrition care plan for all clients determined as high risk and medically high risk.
Assess, educate, and promote positive breastfeeding practices to WIC participants and refer clients to Peer Counselors, CLC and IBCLC as needed in accordance with WIC policies.
Provide and document referrals to other community programs such as the immunization program, medical referrals, family planning, smoking cessation, community food, clothing and shelter sources, and other government assistance.
Perform height, weight, and hemoglobin, as needed.
Attend staff meetings and in‑service sessions as scheduled.
Maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information in accordance with state and federal statutes, rules, and regulations.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
Ability to learn the FL‑WISE computer system, DOH software and use a calculator.
Skilled in performing nutrition assessments and providing nutrition education.
Accurate documentation of patient records and data entry.
Professional interaction and collaboration with clients, community partners and DOH staff.
Effective verbal and written communication.
Willingness to work flexible hours and at different locations if needed.
Maintain client confidentiality.
Qualifications
Required: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in nutritional science, community nutrition, clinical nutrition, dietetics, or public health nutrition from a U.S. accredited university or college.
Current licensure as a Florida‑licensed Registered Dietitian.
Valid Florida Driver’s License and reliable transportation.
Ability to work additional hours in emergencies as required.
Preferred:
Bilingual skills (Spanish/English or Haitian Creole/English).
Experience working in Public Health/Community Nutrition/WIC.
American Heart Association cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification (CPR).
Legal Statements Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer:
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or the People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287) in advance.
Individuals must provide a Social Security Number and complete drug testing as required for safety‑sensitive positions.
Benefits for OPS Employees
State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
Workers’ Compensation (mandatory)
Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory)
Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements)
Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
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