Community Dietitian, Registered Dietitian - Health and Human Services (1125)

Nature of WorkUnder direction performs work of considerable difficulty in nutrition therapy planning and implementation; performs related work as assigned.The ideal candidate must have strong communication skills, verbal and written, excellent organizational skills, attentive to detail, the ability to work with minimal supervision, be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, and have experience managing schedules. Ability to use dietetic counseling skill as well as perform duties associated with the WIC paraprofessional staff; including nutrition assessment, participant-centered education and breastfeeding counseling; provide technical support and training to WIC staff as assigned. The ability to multitask and work through many interruptions and distractions as well as being flexible and able to collaborate with other internal programs and outside agencies are key attributes for a successful candidate.Please note:Thisposition is funded by the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) grant and is contingent on continued funding.Typical Duties(Illustrative Only)Plans and initiates nutritional therapy based upon client needs and clinical protocolsWorks in coordination with the WIC Program Manager to supervise the operations of the WIC clinic to include program planning, implementing, monitoring, coordinating, evaluation, and direct service deliveryMonitors compliance with program assurances tied to federal, state, and local rules and regulations affecting the operation of the WIC programAssesses nutrition status of clients in accordance with established standardsProvides high risk counseling and specialized baby formula authorizationProvides medical nutrition therapy and breastfeeding counseling for high-risk WIC clientsFacilitates nutrition education and training of program staffEducates and counsels clients and families on nutritional issues, individually and in groupsCertifies clients for specific program benefits and servicesTroubleshoots vendor complaints and compliance issuesDevelops community contacts to provide outreach and referral to WIC programAssists in the assessment of community health needs and the planning, developing and implementation of WIC related programs and services as assignedAssists in WIC budget preparation and budget monitoringAssists with grant preparation and submissionAssists with special projectsPerforms related duties as requiredEssential functions of this position include but are not limited to: driving; working with and around others, co-workers, clients, agencies, etc.; working alone; dealing with interruptions; repetitive motion (hand/wrist) for computer input and driving; vision acuity (near/far); hearing and speech for ordinary conversation; touch/finger dexterity for computer work.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in community nutrition, dietetics or a related field and two years of experience in public health nutrition; ORAssociate degree in community nutrition, dietetics or a related field and three years of experience in public health nutrition; ORFour years of experience in public health nutrition; ORAny equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Must be currently registered as an American Dietetic Association (ADA), Registered Dietitian.This position is exempt from overtime.Note: Individuals in exempt classifications as part time employees may be classified as non-exempt per FLSA law regarding minimum weekly salary requirements.This position is safety sensitive.Preferred qualifications:Bilingual (English-Spanish preferred). Experience with Microsoft Office Suite. At least one year of WIC and/or Supervisory experience is preferred. IBCLC or CLC Certified.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesConsiderable knowledge of:Principals of normal and therapeutic nutrition, lifestyle and behavioral changeThe relationship between cultural influences and public health nutritionEducational principles and methodsTechniques used in analysis and evaluation of nutrition dataAbility to:Quickly and accurately assess a client's nutritional status, using standardized protocolsDevelop, implement, and evaluate clinically and culturally appropriate nutritional interventionsDevelop and present culturally relevant educational programs to individuals and groupsWork safely and support the culture of workplace safetyEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the publicFollow written and verbal instructionsCommunicate effectively verbally and in writingCoconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.