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Summary Statement
This position assesses nutrition risks / needs and determines eligibility for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC).
This position conducts initial & re-certification, provides nutrition education as well as assesses biochemical parameters such as hemoglobin measurements and other pertinent labs to determine risk level.
This position consults physicians and health care professionals to assess and determine nutritional needs and dietary restrictions.
Promotes healthy lifestyles, healthy eating, breastfeeding, as well as other health related messages to the WIC population.
Additionally, coordinates with breastfeeding peer counselors to promote optimal health and nutrition for newborns.
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.
Job Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS for Nutritionist I
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 non-pension eligible position without healthcare and / or other benefits.
Conditions of Hire
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. .
DHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship.
Last updated : 2024-04-23
Full Time
Public Administration
$68k-84k (estimate)
04/24/2024
07/20/2024
delaware.gov
DOVER, DE
1,000 - 3,000
Private
JOHN CARNEY
$5B - $10B
Public Administration
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