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MyFlorida OPS NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 64852796 in ST AUGUSTINE, Florida
OPS NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 64852796
Date: May 16, 2024
Location:
ST AUGUSTINE, FL, US, 32084
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Requisition No: 829453
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: OPS NUTRITION EDUCATOR - 64852796
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 64852796
Salary: $21.00 per hour
Posting Closing Date: 06/05/2024
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Open Competitive
Your Specific Responsibilities:
This is a professional and highly independent position that works in the FDOH-SJC Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) department. This position is based out of FDOH-SJC 200 San Sebastian View, St Augustine, FL; however, this position will also conduct the duties and responsibilities throughout St Johns County at designated locations. Completes the processes related to WIC following the WIC Procedure Manual (https://floridahealth.sharepoint.com/sites/COMMUNITYHEALTH/WIC/Intranet/Pages/manual.aspx) . Duties include but are not limited to:
Determining eligibility or coordinating the eligibility for the WIC program.
Completing or obtaining anthropometric measurements.
Providing nutrition counseling, establishing nutrition care plans, and documenting activities accordingly.
Coordinating issuance or completing the issuance process for WIC benefits. Provides breastfeeding support to pregnant and postpartum women. Duties include but are not limited to:
Conducting prenatal classes to assist the breastfeeding peer counselor.
Attending breastfeeding support groups as needed.
Distributing manual and electric pumps when appropriate. Completes processes related to WIC high risk and medically high-risk clients. Duties include but are not limited to:
Assessing the need for specialty formula and determining the appropriate usage and amount of specialty formula.
Completing and documenting appropriate case notes, assessments, and nutritional care plans.
Distributing specialty formula as appropriate and as needed.
Ordering specialty formula and completing the process associated with ordering.
Participates in outreach activities for the FDOH-SJC as needed.
Ensures the integrity/confidentiality of all data sets in the program; complies with the information security protocols and procedures (DOHP 50-10-16); security and privacy of client information is maintained; disclosure of confidential information is released only after proper authorization has been obtained; and information that is exempt from public record disclosure is maintained in a confidential manner.
All other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of the current science and practice of nutrition or dietetics. Knowledge of nutritional and dietary assessment techniques. Knowledge of community resources. Knowledge of basic arithmetic. Skilled in communicating effectively and providing excellent customer service. Ability to interview clients to identify needs and assist clients in accessing community resources. Ability to understand and apply the methods and practices used by this position in medical, nutrition, child development or childcare settings. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work activities. Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with others. Within 30 days, be proficient in Value Enhancement Nutrition Assessment (VENA).
Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in nutrition science, community nutrition, clinical nutrition, dietetics, or public health nutrition?
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:
I nnovation: 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:
St. Augustine
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:
State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
And more!
For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .
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: http://www.sss.gov
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 ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.
Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Nearest Major Market:Jacksonville