CS Nutritionist I
CS Nutritionist I
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Job Description
Introduction
Make a Difference with DHSS
Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and wellbeing fostering selfsufficiency and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.
We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kickstart your profession.
For more information please visit today!
Summary Statement
Essential Functions
Essential functions are fundamental core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
- Consults with physicians and health care personnel to assess and determine nutritional needs menus and diet restrictions of individuals.
- Develops implements and evaluates nutritional care plans for regular and modified diets based on assessments of nutritional needs diet restrictions and other current health plans.
- Provides nutritional and/or dietary assessment to educate individuals and their care providers.
- Oversees the quality and quantity of food served to ensure that meals conform to prescribed diets and meet established requirements for nutrient content.
- Provides technical assistance guidance and direction to food service personnel health care professionals agencies community organizations and the public regarding current nutritional issues problems affecting an individuals food habits prescribed diets and/or food service presentation and preparation.
- Coordinates nutritional services with other health programs.
- Plans organizes and conducts training for food service personnel and health care professionals.
- Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports.
- May oversee the work of support staff.
Job Requirements
Applicants must have education training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
- Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher in Food and Nutrition from a US regionally accredited college or university and coursework approved by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education (CADE) of the American Dietetic Association (ADA).
Additional Posting Information
This is a Casual/Seasonal position which is a nonpension eligible position without healthcare and/or other benefits.
This posting may be closed on or before 05/07/2025 upon filling the vacant position(s).
Conditions of Hire
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in EVerify and will provide the federal government with your Form I9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to ourJob Seeker Resources.
DHSS does not provide employmentbased sponsorship.
This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicableterms and conditions of employment in accordance with Title 29 Chapter 59 and Title 19 Chapter 13 and 16. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.
Selection Process
The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment job title and job duties. For education and training list name of educational provider training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.
Once you have submitted your application online all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the My Applications tab .
Accommodations
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Numberfor assistance.
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression.
Employment Type
Gig
