Nutritionist Associate

Job Details Title: Nutritionist Associate State Role Title: Direct Service Associate II Hiring Range: $38,000-$42,808 Pay Band: 2 Agency: Virginia Department of Health Location: PORTSMOUTH -TW Responsibilities 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. Benefits 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. This position is restricted and subject to annual renewal of funds. Minimum Qualifications Basic knowledge of nutrition and nutritional standards Ability to conduct interviews and collect information Ability to interpret, document, calculate, and compile routine data Experience providing patient education and/or communicating information to individuals Good communication skills, verbally and in writing, to interact with a variety of patients, peers, and supervisors Ability to work effectively individually and as a team member Experience multi-tasking and prioritizing workloads Skills using computer systems Additional Considerations Training, job experience, or coursework in Nutrition, Dietetics, food services, or a related area preferred Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred Experience obtaining blood samples/finger sticks, and taking heights and weights of individuals Equal Opportunity Statement The Commonwealth and the Virginia Department of Health conduct all aspects of human resource management without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics. The Department follows a Code of Ethics and ensures equal opportunity for all qualified individuals. Contact Information Name: TANYA WEAVER Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we encourage individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. Applicants who qualify must provide an AHP Letter (formerly COD) from the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired. #J-18808-Ljbffr