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PT Nutritionist III/Registered Dietician- Remote position

Location: Hall County Health Department (Hybrid/Remote)
Work Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 08:00 – 5:00 PM, Tuesday 08:00-7:00 PM, Friday 08:00-12:00 PM; With additional hours available for up to 28 hours a week.
Recruitment: This position is open to all qualified applicants
Pay Grade: J
Requisition: 2025-11310

*All WIC positions are subject to travel with the District as needed* 

WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children. WIC provides nutrition education, breastfeeding information and support, nutritious foods and referrals to health and other social services at no charge to Georgia families that qualify.

  District 2 Public Health serves 13 counties in northeast Georgia, including Banks, Dawson, Forsyth, Franklin, Habersham, Hall, Hart, Lumpkin, Rabun, Stephens, Towns, Union, and White counties. One of the fastest growing regions in the state, District 2 includes rural and urban communities with diverse public health challenges.
 
  The mission of public health is to promote and protect the health of people in Georgia wherever they live, work and play. We embrace this mission by serving individuals, families, and communities to improve their health and enhance their quality of life.
 
  Come join the team that's changing the face of public health. We are improving the health of Georgia one community at a time. We are focused on understanding community health challenges and developing smart solutions that allow us to make an impact in our community. We are a team of intelligent and committed individuals who are passionate about public health and serving northeast Georgia. If you want to make a difference in public health, you should join our team.
 
  In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.    

Requirements

Dietitian/Nutritionist:

The Registered Dietitian (RD) provides nutrition services and counseling to WIC participants, with a focus on high-risk clients including prenatal and postpartum women, infants, and children up to age five. This position supports healthy outcomes through individualized nutrition assessment, education, and goal setting using Motivational Interviewing techniques.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct nutrition assessments and provide follow-up counseling for high-risk WIC participants.
  • Use Motivational Interviewing to guide behavior change and support participants in setting realistic, achievable goals.
  • Document all services in the GA-WIC MIS system using the SOAP format.
  • Review Requests for Medical Formula (RMF) and ensure appropriate formula issuance; coordinate with healthcare providers when additional information or clarification is needed.
  • Assign and issue WIC food benefits; provide referrals to community and health resources as appropriate.
  • Conduct low-risk nutrition education sessions and assist with remote WIC services such as certifications and mid-certifications as needed.
  • Promote and support breastfeeding through participant counseling, education, and positive communication.
  • Optionally, contribute to district-wide nutrition education initiatives, including the development of quarterly staff training materials.

  • Additional Information

    • Up to five (5) days of orientation and training required at the District Office in Gainesville, GA.
    • Computer and cell phone provided.
    • Must have reliable internet access and Verizon cell service.



Qualifications

Dietitian/Nutritionist: 

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 Three years of job-related experience providing nutrition care to groups and individuals; OR two years of experience at the lower-level Dietitian/Nutritionist 2 (HCP021) or position equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous experience with the WIC Program
  • Bilingual: fluent in writing and speaking Spanish
  • Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
  • Detail-oriented, with a positive and energetic attitude
  • Experience with Motivational Interviewing
To be considered for employment at District 2 Public Health you must complete an online application. This job application can be found at www.dph.georgia.gov.  Click on "About DPH" and then "Careers", locate position then click "Apply" to begin your application. Please make sure you have selected the specific job you are interested in and qualified for. You will receive an email or telephone call if you are selected to participate in the interview process. Please do not send hard copies of application materials. All information can be uploaded to the online system.

Applications must include an email address and daytime phone number where applicant can be reached. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
 
Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.

The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals.  A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
 
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal records check (fingerprinting).  In accordance with Georgia's Drug Free Workplace Act, it has been determined that certain positions warrant pre-employment drug testing.
 
As an employee of D2PH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
 
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
 
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
 
District 2 Public Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 
For more information regarding employment with District 2 Public Health please visit our website at www.phdistrict2.org.    
Date Posted
12/04/2025
Job Reference
2025-11310
Organization
District 2 County Position, Gainesville - WIC
Location
Hall County -Gainesville, GA
Category
Nutrition/Dietitian
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