• Job Description

  Req#: R-13290

  Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

  Pay Range:

  $33.69 - $41.35 Hourly

  Department:

  Health Department

  Job Type:

  Regular Represented

  Exemption Status:

  United States of America (Non-Exempt)

  Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

  
  The Opportunity:

  This Work Matters!

  This recruitment is open until filled. The first round of applications will be reviewed on 12/04/2023. If interested, we encourage you to apply immediately.

  This is a Limited Duration Assignment (LDA). Limited Duration Assignments are expected to last up to two (2) years, but may end sooner.

  WIC is a program focusing on nutrition education, breastfeeding support, health and diet screening, growth monitoring, and program referrals for pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants and children up to 5 years of age. WIC serves families from many different cultural and ethnic traditions, languages, backgrounds and abilities. It is designed to promote positive health outcomes, strengthen life course nutrition and health, and reduce health disparities in the populations served. As a Dietitian/ Nutritionist, you will be responsible for providing direct high-risk nutrition counseling, education, care plans, and referrals to WIC participants. Dietitians use dietary, biochemical, medical and anthropometric data to assess medical nutrition needs and provide nutrition/diet counseling and care plans based upon assessment of dietary, medical and lifestyle factors. In this role, the Dietitian provides referrals to the community as appropriate and serves as a consultant to WIC and Health Department staff. All services are provided using participant-centered communication skills in a culturally competent manner.

  As the Dietitian/ Nutritionist , you will:

  • Provide direct high-risk nutrition counseling, education, care plans, and referrals to WIC participants

  • Use dietary, biochemical, medical and anthropometric data to assess medical nutrition needs; and document services in electronic records system

  • Provide nutrition/ diet counseling and care plans based upon assessment of dietary, medical and lifestyle factors

  • Review, assess, and process incoming WIC Medical Documents to ensure clients receive appropriate medical formula and special nutrition supplements; communicate with healthcare providers as needed

  • Promote breastfeeding and provide breastfeeding information at prenatal WIC appointments; provide individualized breastfeeding information and support to breastfeeding mothers

  • Provide referrals to the community as appropriate; serve as content expert for nutrition within the WIC clinic

  TO QUALIFY:

  We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item in a section is labeled as required. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process .

  Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

  Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be as noted below. All non-traditional education,training and experience will be evaluated.

  Education/Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree AND

  Experience: One (1) to four (4) years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

  Other:

  Must be licensed as a Registered Dietitian through the Commission on Dietetic Registration.

  CPR certification is required.

  Preferred Qualifications/ Transferable Skills* : You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/ transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

  • Strong skills in pediatric nutrition and public health with an understanding of the WIC Program

  • Experience working with culturally and individually diverse groups

  • Knowledge and understanding of the origins and results of the disparities experienced by individuals and families related to racism and social-economic injustices

  • Spanish Language and Culture Strongly Preferred

  SCREENING AND EVALUATION:

  The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

  • Initial review of application/ resume and cover letter for minimum qualifications and all required attachments. If you do not address the minimum qualifications in the application, your application will be considered incomplete and will not move forward in the recruitment process.

  • Phone screen

  • Oral exam

  • Consideration of top candidates

  • Background, reference, and education checks

  Pay Equity: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.

  Required: The Application Packet: You must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.

  • A resume that explains all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in your resume, AND

  • A cover letter that expands on your resume, addressing how you qualify for the position and why you are interested in the role, AND

  • A copy of your current Registered Dietitian Nutritionist certification.

  Note: The application, resume, and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/ skills and how it is related to those shown in the overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials may be scored and determine your eligibility for an interview.

  Please be mindful of checking your email inbox for messages from the Recruiter as you may be emailed requesting additional information. If a response is not received in a timely manner your application may not be considered.

  ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

  Type of Position: This hourly position is eligible for overtime.

  Type: Represented

  FLSA: Non-Exempt

  Schedule: 9:00am - 5:30pm

  Location: WIC East County Clinic/ Gateway Clinic

  Serving the Public, Even During Disasters:

  Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.

  
  Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

  We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

  Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

  Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

  Questions?

  Recruiter:

  Selina McCoy

  Email:

  selina.r.mccoy@multco.us

  Phone:

  +1 (971) 3477395

  Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

  Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

  Job Profile:

  6340 - Dietitian (Nutritionist)

• About the company

  Multnomah County /mʌltˈnoʊmə/ is one of 36 counties in the US state of Oregon.

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