Auglaize County Health Department·Wapakoneta, Ohio
The Certifying Health Professional will determine client eligibility for the WIC program and provide nutrition education, counseling, and breastfeeding support. They are also responsible for conducting health assessments, managing participant charts, and performing outreach activities.
The Auglaize County Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is hiring for a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Nurse (RN) as a Certifying Health Professional.
Role and Responsibilities: Under direct supervision of the WIC Director duties/responsibilities may include; determine client qualifications for the WIC program; provide nutrition education and counseling to income-eligible women (pregnant, breastfeeding, and post-partum), infants, and children up to the age of five years; promote and support breastfeeding; conduct nutrition assessments; document notes in participant charts; assign risk codes and appropriate food packages; issue breast pumps; follow WIC Policies and Procedures; prepare educational materials; conduct outreach activities; refer clients to other services; obtain anthropometric measurements; conduct hemoglobin tests; perform clerical duties as needed; attend meetings and complete required trainings; accepting referrals of high-risk participants, reviewing charts, and reviewing and approving education plans and materials developed; assist with social media posts, developing educational outreach; and other duties as assigned.
Experience/Education Requirements: Certifying Health Professional will have a Bachelor’s degree or higher in nutrition/dietetics program approved by the Ohio Board of Dietetics OR an Associate’s degree or higher in Nursing, and one (1) year experience in the WIC Program, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Knowledge of lactation management preferred.
Maintain registration with the American Dietetic Association; maintain Dietitian license or Registered Nurse license; Skilled in working with computers and the public.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Required to have regular and predictable attendance.
Candidates not already Certified Lactation Specialist (CLS) are expected to obtain certification after hire.
Until position is filled Health Commissioner Auglaize County Health Department 813 Defiance Street Wapakoneta, OH 45895
Applicants will be selected for interviews based on qualifications and the quality of resumes and cover letters. Successful applicants must complete a criminal background check and driving record check. The Auglaize County Health Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in nutrition/dietetics or an Associate’s degree in Nursing, along with a valid professional license. One year of WIC program experience is required, and the candidate must possess a valid driver's license.
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