Nutritionist Associate

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 Agency Website: 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. 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 EEO Statement It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of our website: #J-18808-Ljbffr Virginia-Department-of-Healt