Requisition No: 261504
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST - 64004462
Position Number: 64004462
Salary:  $41,063.88
Posting Closing Date: 01/17/2021
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH - HILLSBOROUGH
WIC/Nutrition Program – Senior Public Health Nutritionist
9605 Sheldon Road, Tampa, Florida 33635
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The Department of Health’s mission is to protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts.
The Florida Department of Health is responsible for the health and safety of all citizens and visitors to the state. As a public health agency, the Florida Department of Health must monitor the health status of Floridians, diagnose and investigate health problems, and mobilize local communities to address health-related issues. The Florida Department of Health develops policies and plans that support health goals, enforce laws and regulations that protect the health of all residents and visitors, and link people to needed health care services. The Florida Department of Health also provides specialized assistance to pregnant women, infants, and children with special health care needs, regulates health care practitioners, and provides medical disability determinations.
Senior Public Health Nutritionist
This administrative position is a member of the Quality Assurance and Training Team for the Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infant and Children (WIC) Program . Primary responsibilities include performing the Local Agency Program Reviews (LAPR), generating administrative reports, providing training and technical support to the staff. Works as a team member to meet and exceed established guidelines for the program. Applicant must be detailed-oriented, have the ability to work independently, exhibit effective training and strong communication skills and ensure adherence to the established WIC program guidelines.  Training Certification is required for this position and must be obtained within 6 months of hire.  All trainings required by the Florida Department of Health and/or WIC must be completed within the established timeframe.
This position is also responsible for planning and implementing yearly quality assurance reviews of the WIC/Nutrition division along with follow up reviews on clinical corrective action plans.  The incumbent will also assist with the completion of annual program plans.
A valid and current Florida License to practice dietetics is required for this position.
Responsibilities include:
• Plans and schedules local agency program reviews for at each WIC site and provides report to Nutrition Program Managers and the State WIC office.  Prepares, maintains and submits program review reports and documents the findings. Based on findings, the incumbent develops and provides training/guidance to nutrition staff. Presents report of the Local Agency Program Review ( LAPR) to nutrition management.
• Travels to WIC sites to perform Local Agency Program review and corrective action follow-up reviews.
• Assists in the completion of the Nutrition Program Plan.
• Ensures the timely completion of the Corrective Action Plan following Central Office Monitoring visits.
• Is the FL-WiSE subject matter expert and provides training and evaluation of the FL-WiSE for the Nutrition/WIC staff. The incumbent is the local contact for staff regarding the FL-WiSE system.
• With the Human Services Program Analyst, coordinates mandatory training for new clinic staff. Monitors and maintains the required proof of trainings, certifications, program requirements and competencies for all Nutrition / WIC staff.  Develops presentations, training material, work samples and training exercises.
• Assists with the annual Quality Improvement (QI) project for the Nutrition/WIC Division and is the backup to the Division’s Quality Council representative. Identifies the problem, the improvements; develops the action plan and communicates observations on the QI project.
• Responsible for generating Nutrition Reports. Monitors the Nutrition Reports for the division. Monitors indicators and corrective action steps to ensure goals for the nutrition division are being met.
• Direct client services to include but not limited to: WIC certifications, individual and group education sessions for clients and others as needed (e.g. Subjective Objective Assessment Plan (SOAP) notes, nutrition questionnaire assessments, goal setting).
• Collects anthropometric data of clients through conducting height/stature and weight measurements.  When needed, will perform fingers sticks to assess hemoglobin levels of WIC participants.  Will receive training on proper anthropometric and hematological collection methods by an approved trainer prior to job duties.
• If fluent in another language, you may be required to assist with translating to ensure quality client services.
• Submits reports such as travel, HMS, People First within the timeframe assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of local, state, and federal WIC Program policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of current science and practice of food, nutrition and dietetics; normal nutrition principles and dietary needs throughout the life cycle.
• Ability to asses appropriate and effective feeding for women, infants and children.
• Effectively counsel using the VENA techniques.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Nutrition charting techniques using the SOAP format.
• Ability to interpret and assess local, state and federal program policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Ability to use computer, digital scale, balance scale, stature board, HemoCue machine, copier, telephone.
• Computer skills:  thorough knowledge, skills and ability to use Excel, Word, Outlook, FL-WiSE.
• Ability to train/educate staff.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Valid State of Florida License as a Dietitian/Nutritionist issued by the Division of Medical Quality Assurance
• Bachelor of Science degree from a Nutrition/Dietetics Program that is recognized by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)
Diploma or transcript must be uploaded with the application
• Valid Florida Drivers’ License Required is required to obtain reimbursement for travel according to policy
• One year of experience training individuals and groups
• One year of experience performing quality assurance reviews
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements:
• This occupation requires that the incumbents meet the requirements outlined in Chapter 468, Part X, Florida Statutes, or be eligible to practice dietetics in accordance with Chapter 64B8-40 to 45, Florida Administrative Code.
Preferred Qualifications:
• One year of FL-WiSE data system experience.
• One year of work experience with the Women, Infants and Children Program (WIC).
Department of Health Career Service employees enjoy the following benefits:
• State of Florida Retirement package - 3% employee contribution required
• 9 Annual paid holidays
• Ability to earn 104 hours of paid Annual Leave (annually)
• Ability to earn 104 Hours of paid Sick Leave (annually)
• Health insurance for individual or family coverage - State pays 80% of premium
• Life insurance – State pays 100% of premium
• Additional supplemental insurances available such as dental, disability, etc.
• Tax Deferred Medical and Child Care Reimbursement Accounts available
• Tuition waivers to attend State Universities/Community Colleges
• Public Service and Nurse’s Forgiveness Program
• Additional benefits information can be found under the employment section of http://hillsborough.floridahealth.gov/about-us/careers.html
Important Notices- Please be advised:
***Note: Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process. Please review your resume and application thoroughly.
When completing the online application, all gaps of employment or education greater than 90 days starting from high school must be explained (approximate date, month and year) identifying company name or if unemployed.  Incomplete applications/resumes will not be considered.
The application includes background information questions.  A “yes” answer to these questions will not automatically bar you from employment.  The nature, job-relatedness, severity, and date of the offence in relation to the position you are applying are considered.   Please make sure all questions are answered thoroughly.
Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.
Current State Employees - Salary for current employees is based on employee’s current payband/ paygrade.  Salary for promotions will be based on budget availability and Senior Management Team approval.
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, visit http://www.sss.gov .
This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit.
Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check.
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 on 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.
Veteran Information : Certain veterans and spouses of veterans receive preference in employment by the state (applies only to positions within the Career Service).
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 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.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference 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.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here .  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.