SALARY RANGE: $48,577 – $64,380 (Typical Hiring Salary Range)
WORK LOCATION: Martin, Tyrrell and Washington District Health Department
APPOINTMENT TYPE: Full-Time
OPEN DATE: September 14, 2023 CLOSE DATE: Open until filled
DESCRIPTION: The Nutrition Unit provides direct and consultative services to residents, public/private health agencies and community-based nutrition programs in Martin, Tyrrell, Washington, and adjoining counties. The Nutrition Unit implements the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for pregnant and postpartum/lactating women, infants, and children up to age five (WIC) as an adjunct to health care. The primary purpose of this position is to direct the operation of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program, WIC, in the tri-county district.
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Knowledges, Skills, and Abilities: Specialized knowledge and skill in comprehensive nutrition assessment and care planning, including problem diagnosis, counseling, and evaluation of clients from diverse backgrounds, ages, and with multiple and complex health and therapeutic nutritional needs. Knowledge of human behavior and techniques for effecting behavior change with considerable skill in counseling. Broad knowledge in health care ethics, documentation in the medical record, and quality assurance. Knowledge in organization of community health and nutrition resources. Sophisticated knowledge of current scientific information regarding nutrition, diet, and health and the ability to relate this information to clients, professionals, and the general public. Skill in conducting a nutrition education or community needs assessment. Fundamental knowledge of current principles and practices of public health, and program coordination. Ability to interpret policy and protocols into operational procedures and work priorities. Skill in organizing and coordinating the work of others. Full range of skill in presenting ideas orally and in writing in a clear, concise manner.
Minimum Education and Experience: Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetics Registration; or Master’s degree in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, or Nutrition; or graduation from a Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education- approved Didactic Program in Dietetics and two years nutrition experience; or Dietetic Technician, Registered with the Commission on Dietetics Registration with a Bachelor’s degree in any subject area from an accredited four-year college or university and two years nutrition experience; or a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition or Community Nutrition from an accredited four-year college or university and two years nutrition experience.
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CONTACT INFORMATION: If you are interested in applying for this position, send a completed PD107(North Carolina State Government Application for Employment) to:
Attention: Vickey Manning
MTW District Health Department
198 NC Hwy 45N
Plymouth, NC 27962 252-791-3133
Martin-Tyrrell-Washington District Health Department is AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.