WIC Health Professional 1

The Ross County Health District, is an equal opportunity employer, strives to hire and maintain a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the culture and demographics of the population we serve.
*Position Introduction-Grant Funded* The WIC Health Professional 1 will perform job duties for the Special Supplemental Women, Infant and Children (WIC) grant funded program.
The WIC Health Professional 1 will conduct nutrition assessment; provide nutrition counseling and breastfeeding support to WIC participants following guidelines established by the State WIC program; conduct outreach activities; make referrals to other support agencies.
If assigned, the WIC Health Professional 1 will function as the Breastfeeding Coordinator and/or Breastfeeding Peer Supervisor.
*MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS and CHARACTERISTICS:* Must have one of the following credentials: · Registered Dietetic Technician (DTR), credentialed by Commission on Dietetics.
Will practice under the supervision of a registered/licensed dietitian.
· 4-year nutrition/dietetics graduate of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics approved curriculum but is not eligible to take exam for dietetic licensure.
Will practice under the supervision of a registered/licensed dietitian.
· Registered Nurse or B.
S.
N.
· Prefer counseling experience in child and maternal nutrition and breastfeeding.
*LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:* · Must have a valid State of Ohio driver’s license and remain insurable in accordance with the agency’s insurance policy.
· Must practice in accordance with the State Medical Board of Ohio Dietetic licensure laws and the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
· Prefer Certified Lactation Consultant (CLC) or certified in other breastfeeding training.
*Additional Qualifications* · Successfully pass a B.
C.
I.
background check.
· Compliance with tuberculin test requirement per agency TB Plan.
*Pay Range:* Pay is commensurate with education and professional experience.
*Hours / Location: *Works a general schedule 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM although a flexible schedule may be required.
Will be working in an office setting.
*Status, Classification, SLSA Status: *Full Time, Classified, Non-Exempt *Benefits: *Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) 14 1/2 paid holidays Vacation (based on time in public service) Sick Leave Personal Leave Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Wellness Incentives For Questions contact Donna Atchison at 740 779 9669 Position will remain open until filled.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $21.
18 - $25.
42 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Parental leave * Professional development assistance * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday Education: * Bachelor's (Preferred) Language: * english (Preferred) License/Certification: * Driver's License (Preferred) * B.
S.
N.
License (Preferred) * RN License (Required) Work Location: In person