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Job Title: DIETETIC TECHNICIAN

Requisition ID:876675 

Position Number:64069229 

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is a para-professional position responsible for routine technical support duties assisting the nutritionist within the Special Nutrition Program for Women, Infant and Children (WIC). Employee provides nutritional care and education services for WIC participants in a county public health department. Work is performed under the Senior Public Health Nutritionist Supervisor. Employee is expected to always communicate (by phone or in person) in a courteous and professional manner. Employee is responsible for the duties of the WIC Supervisor in her absence.

Provides nutrition education for low-risk WIC participants. Provides low risk nutrition education follow-up contact for high-risk participants. Performs nutrition assessments and certifications for low-risk WIC participants. Refers high risk clients to nutritionist. Follows policies and regulations of the state WIC Program.

Participates in development of nutrition education displays and materials. Participates in evaluation of the effectiveness of nutrition education activities and in the development of the biannual nutrition program plan.

Provides case management for WIC participants including follow-up for specified clients and referral to other agencies and services. Orders and maintains inventories of special formulas. Coordination of WIC services with other OCHD services including breastfeeding promotion activities. Also, responsible for inventory of VOC cards.

Orders and receives WIC educational materials and EBT cards.

Participates in quality improvement activities to include Performing Staff observation and completing Local agency program self-review.

Prepares special reports, including the "no-show" report, and completes the required follow-up procedures for missed WIC appointments. Prepares and submits  weekly EAR reports for  all WIC Staff  and checks them for accuracy according to established format & procedures .

Conducts a variety of outreach activities and ensure partnerships referrals to improve client access to nutritional assessment, counseling, and breastfeeding programs

Responsible for specific entries into the FL-WiSE system, acting in the capacity of the official WIC person, assigned by the WIC Coordinator.

Attends and participates in staff meetings, in-service training and other professional and staff development activities, including WIC outreach activities.

Performs other related duties as required, including occasional "back-up" for supervisor and other WIC staff positions involved in the certification including Health support Worker, in the maintenance of VOC card, EBT card inventories.

Prepares and submits weekly EAR reports, biweekly timesheets and travel reimbursement, according to established format & procedures. Responsible for Securing the designated information sets for the purpose of protecting confidentiality, data integrity, and appropriate access for all information, both confidential and public record which is stored in hard copy or electronic format.

Performs Other duties as requested

CORE STANDARDS

Courtesy: Treats customers, the public and staff with courtesy, respect and dignity and presents a positive public image. No more than 3/4 verified complaints per appraisal period.

Communication Skills: Keeps supervisor fully informed of activities, pertinent issues, upcoming events and potential problems. Includes notifying supervisor or administrative assistant of problems with workload as necessary, but no later than close of business the next day. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills in daily work.

Team Work: Supports the unit, department and/or organization and works with others in an effort to accomplish the goals of the unit, department and/or organization.

Safety: Employee makes a reasonable effort to adhere to established safety procedures and practices in the work area.

Confidentiality: At all times, maintains confidential information such as social security numbers, medical documents, and other confidential data in a secure manner. Respects the confidentiality of personnel related issues by not discussing with unauthorized staff. Ensures discussions held between authorized staff cannot be overheard by unauthorized staff. Reports suspected breaches of security to supervisor immediately.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge: Working knowledge of State Florida WiSE system, State statutes, rules and regulations, other state resources (Q-flow, WIC Direct, and HMS) and purchasing
Skills: Navigates the internet, uses office suite including Excel spreadsheets and necessary systems/software and standard office equipment and supplies related to the position.
Ability: Ability to independently manage multiple work assignments according to applicable State of Florida and DOH rules, regulations and procedures with minimal supervision. Takes direction; accepts constructive criticism and responds and implements suggestions for improvement.
Communicate Effectively: Takes initiative to communicate accurate, up-to-date plans and information to peers and management. Expresses thoughts clearly, both verbally and in writing. Listens and understands the views of others.
Problem Solve/Creative Thinking: Develops new insights into situations and applies innovate solutions to make organizational improvements.
Customer Service/Human Relations: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Projects a positive image of the OCHD.
Time Management: manages a variety of responsibilities in a timely, efficient manner and is able to prioritize tasks, plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• Able to work before, during and or/beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. This may include working in a special needs or Red Cross shelter, performing other emergency duties including but not limited to, responses to threats involving any disaster of threat of a disaster, made-made or natural 
• Willing to physically come in the office to perform the duties & responsibilities of the positions
• Authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
• Have 2 years or more experience working in a Dietary Program, or an associate of arts/science degree from an accredited college or university in a dietetic technician or nutrition care program; or completion of a program of study in food and nutrition or dietetics from a vocational/technical school; or have you successfully completed a program of study in food and nutrition or dietetics from a vocations/technical school: or a 40-hour training program developed by the Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services conducted by a Public Health Nutritionist or Licensed Dietitian, and two years of experience as a cashier in the WIC program 

Preferred:

• Prior WIC experience
• Proficiency in the use of FLWiSE
• perform anthropometric and hemoglobin tests for WIC clients using appropriate biohazard, safety, and WIC procedures
• Bilingual, English/Spanish.

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

1728 NW 9th Ave., Okeechobee, FL

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions

(For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);

• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Please be advised:

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.  

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

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, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov 

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 upon 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.   

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.  

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). 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. 

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 Department's 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.    

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.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  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.