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NEOGOV · 3 months ago

Assistant Community Nutritionist (Administrative Officer II) - Non-Merit

Towson, MD

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$22.29/hr - $31.98/hr

NEOGOV is a department within Baltimore County that focuses on health services, and they are seeking an Assistant Community Nutritionist. The role involves providing consultation and assessment, delivering nutrition-related services, and assisting in planning and implementing nutrition education programs.

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Responsibilities

Screens clients and obtains necessary documentation to determine medical and nutritional risk for WIC eligibility according to established Federal regulations and State guidelines

Takes and records pertinent client information including height, weight, and hemoglobin measurements

Obtains clients' diet histories and assesses adequacy using standard guidelines

Prepares and implements nutrition plans. Prescribes food packages to meet clients medical and nutritional needs

Counsels clients, provides educational materials, and makes referrals to other appropriate resources

Assists in the planning and implementation of nutritional education programs and outreach activities

Assist in the development and distribution of educational materials, such as pamphlets, audio-visual aids, displays and reports

Assist in evaluating the need for services, and in the planning and implementation of service delivery

Receives, investigates, and resolves inquiries, requests, and complaints. Assists in the development of new or improved clinic processes and/or procedures

Assists in training and orienting new personnel

Acts as a team leader and supervises staff in the absence of Community Nutritionist

May perform other duties as required

Qualification

Nutrition educationPublic healthClient assessmentDieteticsHealth educationCultural competencyTrainingOrientationSpanishTeam leadershipCommunication skillsProblem-solvingDocumentation skills

Required

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate in Arts degree in health education, nutrition, dietetics, human ecology/home science, or a related field

Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment

Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required qualifications of the position

Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study

Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)

Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes

The work of this classification may entail travel to various sites throughout the County

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks