HOURLY NUTRITIONIST - VIRTUAL
We Offer: VOTED ONE OF ATLANTA’S HEALTHIEST EMPLOYERS Thank you for your interest in CDPH. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. CDPH has adopted the Council on Linkages Core Competency for Public Health Professionals. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
• Exceptional learning and growth opportunities
• Flexibility within our core operating hours of Monday – Friday 8 am – 5 pm
• Employee recognition program
• Worksite Wellness activities
• Diverse workforce
Purpose of the Position: Under limited supervision performs all the duties of a GA WIC Competent Professional Authority meeting all standards as established by GAWIC and CDPH in the performance of those duties. Self-monitors and assures that all GA professional and ethical standards for a state employee are maintained. Self-monitors and assures ongoing professional development necessary to maintain those skills utilizing multiple resources. This position will be primarily remote. “This position works to promote and protect the health and safety of the residents of Cobb & Douglas Counties.” Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Essential Functions (include, but are not limited to):
· Gathers and documents anthropometrics hemoglobin measurements per GA WIC set guidelines.
· Assesses nutritional needs, diet restrictions and current health plans to develop and implement dietary-care plans and provide nutritional counseling.
· Counsel’s participants & their families and groups on nutritional principles, dietary plans and diet modifications, healthy eating habits, and nutrition monitoring to improve their quality of life
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in dietetics, human nutrition, foods and nutrition, nutrition education, food systems management, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university, verification statement of completion of a didactic program accredited by The Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics and two (2) years of job-related experience providing nutrition care to groups and individuals; or two (2) years of experience at the lower level Dietitian/Nutritionist 1 (HCP020) or position equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications/Skills: B.S. in eligible degree for Academy Accredited Dietetic Internship. Georgia WIC experience. CLC and/or IBCLC; GA WIC experience; CDPH WIC experience
Work Conditions & Physical Demands:
· Inventory Management requires lifting of up to 50 pounds
· Fast-paced work environment: ability to prioritize and self-manage tasks
Salary Information: $26.00 Hourly; up to 29 hrs/wk | Part-time (No Benefits)
Applications Accepted: * THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SATISFACTORY APPLICANT POOL HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED
Remote Work: – Employees authorized for remote/hybrid work must reside and perform their job duties exclusively within the state of Georgia. Remote/hybrid work arrangements outside the state are not permitted under current policy.
Cobb and Douglas Public Health a nationally accredited health department, headquartered in Marietta, Georgia since 1920 promotes and protects the health and safety of the residents of Cobb and Douglas counties in partnership with several other agencies. CDPH is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate based on age, genetics, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, color, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, political affiliation, race or religion.
TO APPLY: In order to successfully apply for a position; the hiring agency requires interested applicants to complete the Cobb & Douglas Public Health’s Online Employment Application. This job application can be found at: www.cdph-ess.com. Click on "Employment Opportunities" and locate this position, click “Apply” and begin your application process.
Requirements for this position may be subject to: Pre-Employment Drug Screening, Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Previous Employment Reference Check, Specific Immunizations, Motor vehicle check, and/or Education and/or Licensure verification.
If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: Natasha.Hart@dph.ga.gov
