Nutritionist II
Nutritionist II
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Job Description
Introduction
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LOCATION OF POSITION
8930 Stanford Blvd.
Columbia MD 21045
POSITION DUTIES
- Plans develops and implements policies and procedures for nutrition education and support in accordance with Federal and State WIC guidelines.
- Implements program changes related to nutrition.
- Stays up to date on current knowledge of regulations pertaining to WIC.
- Provides liaison and professional relationships with the public and coordinating agencies as needed.
- Attends statemandated training and meetings and shares information with the WIC staff.
- Completes Nutrition Education Annual Plan.
- Takes an active role in promoting WIC in the community.
- Ensures that the clinic has up to date nutrition education materials and no formula displayed to the public.
- Provides nutrition care counseling to WIC clients identified as at high nutritional risk per State policy and procedure including those with breastfeeding complications as needed.
- Completes Nutrition Care plan.
- Reviews and authorizes referrals for special formula and requests.
- Processes and orders special formula through CAP Lancaster.
- Monitors formula inventory and maintains a log.
- Participates in all phases of WIC Program.
- Assists with certification of clients benefit pick up appointment reminders answering phones etc.
- Accepts responsibility for special projects as assigned.
- Includes tasks such as signing for packages referring clients to other programs checking and logging equipment function (AED scales etc.. Understands the operations of the program and can answer questions accurately. Understands basics of the HCHD and can refer and transfer clients to appropriate program(s). Knows how to use language line for clients who need language assistance.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Determined by the Maryland State Board of Dietetic Practice under the licensing requirements for Nutritionists and Dietitians.
Experience: Two years of experience providing professional nutrition or dietetic services.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Masters degree in Public Health Community Health or Nutrition from an accredited college or universityfor one year of the required experience.
2.Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military serviceexperience as a commissioned officer in Dietitian and Nutritionistclassification or Dietitian and Nutritionist specialty codes in the Dietitian field of work on a yearforyear basis for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
LICENSES REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
1. Candidates for positions in this classification must possess a current license as a Dietitian/Nutritionist from the Maryland State Board of Dietetic Practice 4201 Patterson Avenue Baltimore Maryland 21215 prior to permanent appointment.A copy of your license or license number should be uploaded on your application.
2. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operators license valid in the State of Maryland.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.Therefore it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.Please report all related education experience dates and hours of work.Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S. any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date.Information submitted after this date will not be added.
Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Candidates may remain on thecertified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly recommended. However if you are unable to apply onlinethe paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH Recruitment and Selection Division 201 W. Preston St. Room 114B Baltimore MD 21201.Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm close of business on the closing date for the recruitment no postmarks will be accepted.
If additional information is required the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload please fax the requested informationto.Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.
For questions regarding this recruitment please contact theMDH Recruitment and Selection Division at.
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management Recruitment and Examination Division ator.
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: or MD TTY Relay Service.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruitment retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity.
Employment Type
Full-Time
