Title: Nutritionist Associate
State Role Title: Direct Service Associate III
Hiring Range: $30,000-$38,000
Pay Band: 2
Agency: Virginia Department of Health
Location: CENT VA-LYNCHBURG CITY-Cen-TW
Agency Website: https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Nutritionist Associate independently determines nutrition eligibility of applicants/clients within program guidelines and independently prescribes appropriate food packages. Assesses nutritional status/eligibility for program services by dietary recall/food frequency history, assessing growth patterns, weight patterns, biochemical values and medical history. Independently sets dietary goals based on the assessment. Provides patient counseling specific to the individual’s nutritional needs. Makes referrals for high-risk counseling with Nutritionist when appropriate.
The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick, family/personal, and annual leave.
Minimum Qualifications
- Possess basic knowledge of nutrition and nutritional standards
- Must complete required training to obtain the Certification as a Competent Professional Authority (CPA) within 6 months of hire
- Demonstrated ability to: interview clients & collect client information; interpret, document, calculate & compile routine data; routinely obtain blood sample/finger stick; provide patient education
- Must be able to communicate and interact with a variety of patients and work effectively as a member of a health care team
- Skills using computer systems and systems required to support the programs
Additional Considerations
Training or course work in Dietetics, food services, or a related area.
Contact Information
Name: Cortez Jackson
Email: cortez.jackson@vdh.virginia.gov
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
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