(OCC Dept.-WIC Program) Nutritionist *Bilingual Preference* (Non-Civil Service) Job at City of Dallas, TX
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The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex.
We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community.
What do we offer?
A competitive salary, five-year vested pension plan, great benefits package that includes health, vision and dental insurance, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, qualifying childcare assistance, paid time off and more.
Join our diverse workforce and help us in providing excellent service to the residents of Dallas while building a rewarding career.
The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.
Direct report of WIC Clinic Supervisor, follows WIC policies and procedures to determine eligibility for the WIC program and provides Value Enhanced Nutrition Assessment (VENA) to eligible participants. Provides nutrition counseling, lab assessments, and determinations for the disbursement of benefits. Support and promote a culture of breastfeeding. Utilize the Power of Influence (P.O.I.) principles when providing WIC services.
Essential Functions
1 Determines WIC Program eligibility based on interview and assessment of WIC Program nutritional risk criteria, including health history, growth patterns, iron status, weight gain patterns, and dietary adequacy.
2 Provides Value Enhanced Nutrition Assessment for low and moderate risk WIC participants.
3 Determines the appropriate WIC food package for WIC participants.
4 Guides the participant’s choice for their next WIC nutrition education activity.
5 Approves the issuance of non-contract formula to WIC participants.
6 Teaches WIC group nutrition education classes as necessary. Supports women during a normal breastfeeding experience.
7 Identify breastfeeding experiences that are not the norm and make an immediate, referral to the International Board Certified Lactation consultant. (IBCLC).
8 Refer WIC participants to appropriate health care provider and documents follow-up.
9 Issues breastfeeding equipment (electric breast pumps, manual breast pumps) and aids (nursing pads, large flanges) according to policies.
10 Uses positive customer service skills to resolve internal participant conflicts and complaints.
11 Performs other clinic duties, including lab, income, benefits (EBT) and receptionist as necessary in the absence of other team members.
12 Acts as Supervisor in the absence of the Supervisor and makes decisions necessary to facilitate clinic operations.
13 Communicates effectively, uses time management skills and meets deadlines, including checking e-mails daily and entering time daily into Workday.
14 Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 12 hours in food and nutrition and 6 hours in life sciences. (Required)
AND
Experience
2 years of experience as a Dietitian or in a nutritional setting. (Required)
Licenses and Certifications
State of Texas Driver's License. (Required)
Special Requirements (Required)
1. Availability to work some evenings and Saturdays.
2. Must comply with WIC state policies regarding immunizations.
3. Successful completion of WIC Nutrition modules during probation.
4. Successfully completes the LA Breastfeeding promotion training, as assigned.
Flexibility in Work Location (Required)
NOTE: The City of Dallas WIC Program serves Dallas County and operates 16 clinics countywide and 1 Specialty Clinic-Lactation Care Center. Work locations are not permanent and change frequently; therefore, flexibility in work location is required.
Bilingual Language Proficiency-English and Spanish
Ability to speak, read, and write in English and Spanish languages with professional proficiency (Preferred)
Supplemental Information
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
1 Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
2 Knowledge of dietetics and nutrition.
3 Knowledge of WIC and community care programs and working with women, infants, and children.
4 Knowledge of evaluation practices and analysis for personal goal setting.
5 Ability to interpret weight gain grids, lab results, and other assessments.
6 Ability to communicate program standards.
7 Ability to effectively teach, guide, and counsel participants.
8 Ability to assist and direct various community members and patrons. 9 Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
10 Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
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