WIC Nutritionist
Description
The Taney County Health Department (TCHD) is a progressive Local Public Health Department serving the communities of Branson and Forsyth, Missouri. We are committed to improving the health of our community while fostering a workplace built on communication, transparency, collaboration, innovation, professional development, trust, and fun.
TCHD is accepting applications for a full-time (40 hours per week), non-exempt WIC Nutritionist to join our Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program. The WIC Nutritionist provides nutrition and breastfeeding education to WIC participants, assesses nutritional needs and certification eligibility, determines income eligibility, maintains participant records, assists with grant activities, and delivers exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate is compassionate, organized, enjoys working with families, and is committed to providing outstanding service while supporting TCHD’s mission and values.
Applicants must have graduated from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Public Health Nutrition, Dietetics, Home Economics, or a closely related field that includes at least fifteen (15) semester hours in food and nutrition, including diet therapy and community nutrition. Previous WIC experience and Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) or International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) certification are preferred but not required. Benefits include sick, vacation, holiday pay, health insurance and retirement plan.
TCHD provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation (80 hours), holidays (9 Holiday and 3 Floating Holidays), and sick time (96 hours); LAGERS Retirement system (currently contributing 19.5 %) and 100% Paid Health Insurance for the employee.
Deadline Date: Open until filled
To apply please send Job Application, Letter of Interest, and Résumé to:
Taney County Health Department
320 Rinehart Rd
Branson, MO 65616
Attn: HR Department
Or email to: TStevens@taneyhealth.gov
The Taney County Health Department is an equal opportunity employer and will consider applicants without regard to age, color, race, sex, religion, national origin or disability as prescribed by federal and state laws
Documents
Taney County Health Department
Branson, MO 65616
US
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