Job Description

Posting number: 20261242311HEALTHJT2

Department: Dept of Health & Wellness

Job classification: Nutritionist

Posting type: Open

Categories: Health Services, Health Education, Health Care Support

Summary

About the Detroit Health Department

The Detroit Health Department has served Detroiters for more than a century. Today, DHD is building a modern public health department that is visible, responsive, data-informed, and rooted in the daily realities of Detroit residents. Our work goes beyond traditional health services. Through a Health in All Policies approach, DHD recognizes that health is shaped by housing, transportation, environmental conditions, economic opportunity, public safety, education, and the broader systems that shape life in the city. We seek team members who can work across programs, City departments, and community partners to improve health, reduce inequities, and deliver better outcomes for Detroit residents.

NUTRITIONIST

Department of Health & Wellness

Provide WIC services and perform certification procedures in accordance with MDCH WIC Division policies and procedures. Perform WIC certifications and recertification.

Provide individual nutrition education to WIC participants. Refer high risk participants to the Registered Dietitian. Make referrals to supportive health services and other agencies as indicated. Engage in outreach activity. Maintain WIC files and required program logs and reports.

Examples of duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (may perform other duties as assigned)

• Proficient use of computer, data entry and software programs
• Organized with the ability to manage large and complex caseloads.
• Communicates effectively both in writing and orally.
• Ability to use data sources and interpret information to make recommendations for program success.
• Responsible for assigned chart audits/reports as assigned by team lead or program manager.
• Attend required training.
• Participate in workgroups to address specific health issues.
• Monitor and maintain clinic supply orders.
• Participation in Emergency Preparedness exercises is required for this position.
• Response during a public health emergency event is required for this position, including duties not normally performed.

Qualifications

Qualifications (required):

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food and Nutrition, Dietetics Public Health Nutrition or Community Nutrition; or Dietetic Technician.
• Preferably a Master’s Degree in nutrition, public health, or a related field.
• One year of experience in dietetics, food science, food preparation, menu planning, and budgeting.

PREFERRED

• Registered with the Commission on Dietetics Registration.
• Minimum of one year (1) of WIC experience.

Equivalency:

• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted to meet the education and experience requirements of this position.

****RESUME REQUIRED*****

Supplemental information

Evaluation Plan

• Interview: 70%
• Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%
• Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

• Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points
• Detroit Residency Credit: 15 point