Nutrition Manager - Lawrenceville WIC

Job Information

Pay Grade: K

Description of Duties

Under limited supervision, manages plans and evaluates the provision of nutrition services of specific nutrition programs such as the Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). Provides medical nutrition therapy and counseling services for clients in public health clinics. Recommends nutritional care plans and documents plan and progress in the medical records; interprets current research regarding dietary treatment and provides technical assistance and consultation for other health care professionals. Supervises professional and support staff.

Qualifications

Minimum: Bachelor's degree in dietetics, human nutrition, foods and nutrition, nutrition education, food systems management or a closely related field from an accredited college or university, verification statement of completion of a didactic program accredited by The Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics AND four (4) years of job-related experience providing nutrition care to groups and individuals; OR Two (2) years of experience at the lower level Dietitian/Nutritionist 3 (HCP022) or equivalent position. Preferred: Public Health/WIC experience. Ability to speak Spanish and English preferred but not required. One year of supervisory experience.

Additional Information

GNR Public Health does not accept resumes without a fully completed employment application. Required education credentials, license(s), certification(s) and/or registration(s) must be submitted prior to employment. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. GNR PUBLIC HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Under Title 1 of the ADA, we do not discriminate on the basis of disability in our employment practices. Applicants selected for employment will be subject to the following: Pre-Employment Drug & Medical Screening, Fingerprint Criminal Record Investigation & Reference Checks.

Make a difference in the health of your community and earn great benefits too! Full-time employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive network of benefits. Benefits package includes:

• 13 paid holidays per year
• Three weeks of Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
• Three weeks of Sick Leave per year
• Retirement plan through the State of Georgia Employee's Retirement System which provides for a defined monthly pension upon retirement
• 401(k) retirement savings plan to supplement pension plan, which includes an agency contribution based on the employee's contribution amount
• Life Insurance
• Payroll deductible health insurance and flexible benefits options including Dental, Vision, Long-term Care, Spouse Life, Dependent Life, AD&D, as well as Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Medical and Childcare Spending Accounts available
• Employees are eligible to become member of the Atlanta Postal Credit Union and/or the Georgia's Own Credit Union.