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NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 64084421
Date: Jul 22, 2024
Location:
PALATKA, FL, US, 32177
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Requisition No: 833734
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 64084421
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64084421
Salary: $36000.00 - $38000.00
Posting Closing Date: 08/22/2024
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Your Specific Responsibilities :
Note: This position is offered as a hybrid telework, strong network connection required to perform duties.
The incumbent, an employee of the Florida Department of Health in Putnam County, works to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts. The incumbent is expected to promote innovation by searching for creative solutions and managing resources wisely. They are expected to collaborate through teamwork to achieve common goals and solve problems. The incumbent is expected to be accountable and perform with integrity and respect. They are expected to be responsive by serving our customers and engaging our partners. Finally, the incumbent is expected to perform with excellence by promoting quality outcomes through learning and continuous performance.
The person in this position must be knowledgeable about current nutrition practices, therapy modalities and client education that are relevant to nutrition and disease. Communicates effectively with others verbally and written. Conveys information to others in a clear and concise manner. Ability to document in medical records to SOAP (Subject, Objective, Assessment and Plan) noting format. Ability to persuade others to change between behaviors in favor of a healthier lifestyle. Ability to multitask to meet needs of the agency. Ability to counsel and refer clients to promote health and nutrition goals. Attains knowledge of structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. Knowledge of the principles of nutrition and how they relate to disease prevention. Basic understanding of the philosophy of digestion, metabolism, and absorption as they relate to overall nutrition.
Certifies clients for participation in the WIC Program in accordance with the policies of the State WIC Program and regulations as stated in DHM-150-24. Develops, monitors, and revises Nutrition Education plans for individual clients not determined medically at risk. Provides breastfeeding information and counseling to WIC clients, community, and private sectors. Documents in FL Wise according to established policies and procedures indicated in DHM-150-24.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of the science and current practice of nutrition or dietetics.
Knowledge of the concepts and theories of nutrition or dietetics as it relates to growth, development, health, or disease.
Knowledge of nutritional and dietary assessment techniques.
Knowledge of the methods of compiling, organizing, and analyzing data.
Ability to develop educational/training plans and supporting materials.
Ability to use various communication channels to provide education/training.
Ability to analyze and interpret anthropometric, biochemical, clinical, and dietary data.
Ability to interview and counsel patients.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Minimum:
An ACEND-Accredited Degree, Bachelor's or Higher in Dietetics, Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Public Nutrition or Food and Nutrition.
Preferred:
Spanish Speaking and/or work experience with the WIC Program
Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:
Mission: To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.
Vision: To be the?Healthiest?State in the Nation.
Values: Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
C?ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
A?ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
R?esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
E?xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
Where You Will Work:
Hybrid Position
2801 Kennedy Street Palatka, Florida
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
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Flexible Spending Accounts;
Tuition waivers;
And more!
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Please be advised:
Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.??
This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website:?
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.? Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligibl
Compensation Information:
$36000.0 / Yearly - $36000.0 / Yearly
Starting At: 36000.0 Yearly
Up To: 38000.0 Yearly
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