SENIOR PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITIONIST SUPV - 64001438

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

IN SEMINOLE COUNTY

JOB OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Class Title: Senior Public Health Nutritionist Supervisor

Salary:  $61,100 - $65,000 annually

Location: Florida Department of Health in Seminole County

                 400 W. Airport Blvd

                 Sanford, FL 32773

This position is a full-time, in-office position.

The Sr. Public Health Nutritionist Supervisor functions as site supervisor of the Casselberry and Sanford locations. This highly responsible position reports directly to the Public Health Nutrition Program Manager and requires a high degree of independent judgment, exceptional customer service skills, trustworthiness and the ability to multitask and remain calm under stress. This position requires independent judgement based on information found in the DHM 150-24 Policy and Procedure Manual for Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children.

Supervises all Casselberry and Sanford nutrition staff. Plans and monitors employee workloads, motivates employees to attain maximum use of time and resources; conducts annual and mid-term performance evaluations. Writes and communicates performance standards, validates and approves direct reports’ time sheets and EARs; approves leave requests according to policy; maintains up to date Position Descriptions on all direct reports; participates in recruitment, selection, hiring and training of new employees; takes disciplinary action as appropriate. Reviews employee's work assignments to ensure the provision of timely and appropriate services to clients per WIC guidelines and ancillary duties are completed as required.  Performs yearly VENA observations and monthly QA audits. Serves as the backup liaison for Casselberry and Sanford WIC sites. and coordinates training,

Maintains professional communication with DOH-Seminole Administrators, Managers, Supervisors and State Office WIC staff. Serves as consultant on nutrition and dietetics for Health Department staff and participates in inter-disciplinary committees to further the vision of the agency. Responsible for coordinating with the assigned person in WIC regarding building issues; ensures the building is opened and closed on time and that all facility issues are handled expeditiously. Handles customer service concerns for Casselberry and Sanford clients immediately upon learning of a situation. 

Responsible for oversight of the Direct Distribution Formula process between nutritionist and providers.  Ensures orders forms are accurate and emailed from nutrition staff to staff designated to order special formula.  Completes Over Issuance Report daily and After-Hours Access Tracking Log monthly. Completes Single User Certification Report bi-weekly. Completes EBT, Productivity, Milk, Foster Reports monthly. Completes direct reports’ QA’s and ensures staff submits their monthly QA’s.

Certifies eligible clients into the WIC Program, provides nutrition counseling and community referrals to clients. Evaluates the clinical and anthropometric data and nutrition history of women, infants and children eligible for participation in the WIC Program. Responsible for accuracy of all WIC certifications and other nutrition contacts completed by self and direct reports. Leads group nutrition education classes.  Documents counseling and writes nutrition notes and/or care plans for WIC participants based on established risk criteria. Issues EBT benefits to clients when appropriate.  Promotes breastfeeding to WIC staff and clients and acts as a liaison between nutrition, clerical and breastfeeding staff to foster successful working relationships.

Coordinates and supervises the nutrition module training of new WIC staff.  Assists in planning, implementing, reviewing and revising the WIC nutrition education plan and other documents as requested. Selects and evaluates audio-visuals and printed nutrition education materials.  Selects and/or develops curricula to update group nutrition education classes and establish new classes as educational needs arise. Ensures adequate staff participation in outreach activities.  May give presentations on nutrition topics from current science-based information at staff meetings and in the community. Updates assigned object actions plan located on the J-drive, Strategic Plan folder and notifies WIC Program Manager and Performance Improvement Coordinator by quarterly updates.

 Accurately completes and submits the following: daily employee activity report (EAR), daily sign in/out sheets, leave requests, People First timesheets and travel logs by required deadlines.  Attends / leads staff meetings, WIC conferences, special nutrition trainings, health department trainings and Town Hall meetings. Performs other duties as assigned to support the mission of DOH-Seminole.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of the terminology, principles and practice of the science of nutrition, nutritional treatment techniques, chemistry, biochemistry, statistics, research methods, and other supporting nutrition sciences, the theories and concepts of preventative health care in a community or public setting. Knowledge in the management and supervisory practices thereof, the principles of interviewing and counseling clients, and the principles and techniques of effective communication. Knowledge in the Windows and Microsoft Office software. Skill in computers. Ability to coordinate and participate in nutrition care plans to perform nutritional assessments, to determine nutritional problems, and to monitor the quantity and quality of nutritional care. Ability to work independently and work with others. Ability to supervise people. Ability to determine work priorities and evaluate work outcomes, to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to organize and direct program activities to resolve problems and make decisions. Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Ability to analyze and communicate verbally, and in writing effectively.           Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports. Ability to type proficiently.

Qualifications:

Must be licensed dietitian/nutritionist in the state of Florida.

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in dietetics or food and nutrition related subject required.

Florida Department of Health is required to work before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Emergency duty required of the incumbent includes working in special needs shelter or performing other emergency duties including but not limited to, response to or threats involving any disaster or threat of disaster man-made or 

This position is a full-time, in-office position.  Are you willing to physically come in the office to perform the duties & responsibilities of the positions?

 Preferred –

Verifiable experience developing and implementing nutrition plans based on assessments of clients or patients.

Verifiable experience consulting with Physicians and health care personnel to determine healthcare needs of the clients and patients

Do you have knowledge in the principles of breastfeeding and/or skills in breastfeeding counseling.

Do you have verifiable work experience providing training to staff or co-workers?

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:

400 W. Airport Blvd, Sanford Florida 32773 (main site)

132 Sausalito Blvd, Casselberry Florida 32707 (alternate site)

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.    

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

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.