Nutritionist II at City of Corpus Christi

Overview

The Nutritionist II is responsible for planning and conducting individual and group nutrition education activities to provide optimal participation education. They will assure compliance with state agency program requirements and supervise staff providing nutrition education and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling to all WIC clients regarding reduction of health risk
• Screen incoming prescriptions, counsel moms, and determine eligibility of formulas via WIC guidelines
• Identify nutrition risk codes and nutrition care appropriate for the identified condition
• Review all nutrition codes assigned by staff to ensure accuracy
• Perform nutritional assessments and counseling based on information gathered by interviewing participants and evaluating anthropometric measurements (health, weight, BMI, and biochemical data – hemoglobin or hematocrit)
• Coordinate and conduct group in-person nutrition education
• Create social media posts in line with USDA MyPlate guidelines
• Provide guidance to other staff teaching WIC classes to ensure that nutrition education is presented according to policies, procedures, and approved plans
• Ensure all policies and procedures are followed in all areas of WIC screening
• Provide onboarding training
• Develop staff calendars
• Make sure TXIN scheduler reflects clinic availability
• Manage WIC nutritionists
• Act as Quality Assurance Coordinator
• Lead quarterly meetings, complete audits assigned to agency, and participate in audits regularly
• Provide recommendations for improving clinical area
• Conduct monthly inventory audits and complete other audits as requested
• Coordinate and perform community outreach for the Corpus Christi Nueces County Public Health District WIC program
• Ensure that WIC posters and pamphlets are displayed in areas that are easily displayed and accessible to the general population
  
  

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Exempt – Full-Time (Monday-Friday 8am-5pm)
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement
• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services
  
  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

• B achelor’s degree (BA/BS) or a master’s degree (MA/MS) in Nutrition or nutrition related field; or a degree with 24-hours of nutrition coursework to be validated by the State Agency
• Three (3) years of WIC clinic experience
  
  

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire
  
  

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes
• Drug Screening: Yes
• Physical Exam: Yes
  
  

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi
  
  

The City of Corpus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.