Requisition No: 28775

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST SUPERVISOR - 64058683

Position Number: 64058683

Salary: $52,800.00-$58,800.00

Posting Closing Date: 02/14/2018

Internal Agency Opportunity:

Applicants accepted only from Department of Health employees, (includes OPS, Career Service, SES or SMS employees). Applicants will not be accepted from outside of the department.

This is a highly responsible Public Health Nutritionist Supervisor position requiring independent judgment. The incumbent in this position will be responsible for the direct supervision of operations and staff as assigned in WIC sites as well as providing nutrition assessment and counseling to WIC clients. This position is responsible for all supervisory duties including, but not limited to, hiring, developing performance plans, conducting performance appraisals, planning and directing employees job duties, schedules, and disciplinary action as appropriate. Work is performed under the supervision of the Public Health Nutritionist Consultant.

This position is designated as a sensitive position and is required to maintain information in accordance with state and federal statutes, rules, and regulations, as well as of the Florida Department of Health in Broward County Policies, Protocols, and Procedures. This position has been delegated custodial authority for their Program/Unit's information set(s) and/or secured areas(s).

Responsible for all supervisory duties including, but not limited to, hiring and selection, developing performance plans, conducting performance appraisals, planning and directing their work, approving leave, and taking disciplinary action as appropriate. Incumbent is responsible for approving direct reports' timesheets, supervises and counsels staff. Motivates employees to improve the quality and quantity of work performed. Plans workloads, work flows, work objectives and time utilization with employees. Evaluates direct reports performance through establishing performance indicators and conducting periodic performance reviews. Meets with employees to ensure the established criteria is met. Trains employees in methods for performing an effective and efficient job. Communicates with employees individually and in staff meetings. Directs the work of employees to ensure the best use of time and resources.

Directs and supervises operations and staff of the WIC Program at the clinic level. Monitors and ensures compliance with the WIC Program regulations as described in DHM 150-24. Ensures staff: Operate all anthropometric equipment essential to required duties. Calibrates, cleans, and maintains scales and length and height boards. Maintains calibration logs. Weighs and measures clients, using age appropriate equipment and procedures based on standardized practice and Center for Disease Control Guidelines. Records anthropometric data in the WIC computer system. Performs hemoglobin/hematocrit tests according to DOH, CLIA regulations and DHM 150-24. Disposes of blood contaminated materials in compliance with OSHA regulations. Performs hemoglobin/hematocrit testing according to procedures and guidelines of equipment being used. Calibrates, cleans, and sanitizes blood collection area. Records hemoglobin/hematocrit results in the WIC data system. Maintains any logs and reports necessary for job function. Maintains supplies and equipment for use in testing. Enters client data into the WIC Data System, FL-WISE; completes computer screens accurately; issues benefits, schedules clientppointments and issues special formula. Interviews clients for demographic, financial eligibility, medical data and nutrition history. Instruct participants, individually or in groups, on the redemptive process of WIC benefits, participant's rights and obligations and program procedures. Delivers low risk secondary nutrition contact to WIC clients following established procedure. Offers voter registration services to all WIC clients, in accordance with the National Voter Registration Act. Distributes and assists with completion of Voter Registration Applications. Keeps informed and implements all federal, state and local WIC policies and procedures. Performs check-in/registration duties according to local agency and state guidelines. Monitors and takes action to improve indicators and meet program goals. Responsible for monitoring, evaluating and discipline of assigned site staff. Responsible for site staff schedule ensuring adequate coverage for scheduled appointments. Maintains records and prepares, submits and monitors reports as requested per established deadlines. Provides individual and group nutrition assessment and education to high and low risk clients for the WIC Program. Assists clients in making client centered, measurable, and obtainable goals. Provides breastfeeding promotion, education and support to WIC clients. Responsible for documenting all client contacts in the WIC Data System. All work is performed following DHM 150-24 rules and regulations. Determines client eligibility following DHM 150-24 rules and regulations.

Performs anthropometric measurements and hematological testing for WIC clients following DHM 150-24 rules and regulations.

Monitors and takes action to improve indicators and meet program goals. Responsible for monitoring, evaluating and discipline of assigned site staff. Responsible for site staff schedule ensuring adequate coverage for scheduled appointments. Maintains records and prepares, submits and monitors reports as requested per established deadlines.

Performs the certification duties of the Public Health Nutritionist as needed.

Provides ongoing QA monitoring for all Nutrition staff at assigned site and provides verbal and written feedback.

Attends staff meetings, conferences, and workshops related to area of work. Completes leave, attendance, EARs, travel and other reports as required and according to established procedures.

Performs other related duties as necessary.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the science and current practice of nutrition or dietetics.
• Knowledge of the concepts and theories of nutrition or dietetics as it relates to growth, development, health or disease.
• Knowledge of nutritional and dietary assessment techniques.
• Knowledge of the methods of compiling, organizing and analyzing data.
• Ability to interpret anthropometric, biochemical, dietary and clinical data.
• Ability to provide nutrition education to others.
• Ability to develop educational plans and materials.
• Ability to make nutritional assessments and develop nutrition care plans.
• Ability to provide counseling and/or referral services to promote health and normal nutrition.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work activities.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must have Florida Licensure as a Dietitian/Nutritionist. This occupation requires registration in accordance with Chapter 468, Florida Statutes, or be eligible to practice dietetics in accordance with Chapter 64B8-40 to 45, Florida Administrative Code.

Must be able to work early morning, late evening, and Saturdays.

Must have a valid FL driver's license and access to a reliable automobile to be utilized for work purposes.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Three years of experience working with FL-WiSE, WIC data system.

All responses provided to the qualifying questions for this vacancy advertisement 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.

You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check.

You will be required to provide proof of education in the form of a degree or transcript.

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.

umbents may be required to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. This may include working in a special needs or Red Cross shelter, or performing other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural. Emergency duties may also include in-state and/or out-of-state deployment class="new_p">

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:

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.

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 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 Departments 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.

VETERANSEFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veteranseference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veteranseference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veteranseference documentation requirements are available by clicking . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.