Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Assistant Nutritionist (Horry County)

State Of South Carolina

Job Location:

Horry County, SC - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 45900 - 62000

Posted on: 16 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Responsibilities

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Under the supervision of the Women Infants and Children (WIC) Team Lead Competent Professional Authority (CPA) provides all clinical components of the WIC certification process and individual and group nutrition education according to WIC program standards. Provides other WIC nutrition services as assigned.

Provides WIC certifications including health history anthropometrics immunization screening hemoglobinevaluation of risk status nutrition and health counseling prescription of WIC food package documentationand high-risk referrals following program standards and protocols. Provides Level one (1) and Level two (2) breastfeedingcounseling and support within their scope of practice to new mothers. Issues breast pumps to WIC certifiedbreastfeeding participants according to policy.

Develops conducts and evaluates group nutrition education for WIC participants following the facilitated learning process. Participates as a member of the multidisciplinary WIC team in clinic/class scheduling caseload monitoring and outreach; works with other program staff and disciplines to enhance integration and
quality of service. Provides and documents individual nutrition follow-up for low-risk referrals.

Monitors WIC contract and special formulas as assigned. Assists with the maintenance and upkeep of nutrition education materials and resources. Provides breastfeeding promotion and support activities as instructed. Issues and monitors breastfeeding supplies as requested. Prepares and submits required reports. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State Minimum Requirements: A bachelors degree in nutrition food science dietetics family and consumer sciences or other science related degree with emphasis on nutrition. An associates degree in science with relevant nutrition experience in a clinical or public health setting may substitute for the required bachelors degree.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Agency Additional Requirements:

A bachelors degree in home economics home economics education human ecology family and child development dietetics or foods and nutrition or institutional management.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

Preferred Qualifications

At least one (1) year of nutrition related experience. Certified Lactation Consultant (CLC).

Additional Comments

EEO:The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation) national origin age (40 or older) disability or genetic information.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesnt impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

STATE DISASTER PLAN: In accordance with the States Disaster Plan which includes hazardous weather Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid drivers license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for Temporary Grant positions that includes:

15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
15 days Sick Leave per year
13 Paid Holidays
Health dental vision long-term disability and life insurance for employees spouse and children. Clickhere for additional information.
S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available(S.C. Deferred Compensation)
Retirement benefit choices*
- State Retirement Plan(SCRS )
- State Optional Retirement Program(State ORP )

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Job ResponsibilitiesCareers at DPH:Work that makes a difference!Embracing Service Inspiring Innovation Promoting Teamwork Pursuing Excellence and Advancing EquityUnder the supervision of the Women Infants and Children (WIC) Team Lead Competent Professional Authority (CPA) provides all clinical compo...