Overview
Remote Nutritionist / Health Educator role with the Georgia Department of Public Health. Position open to Georgia residents only.
This position is in GA - Remote and does not offer relocation assistance. If relocating to the area, please specify on the application. Starting salary: $25 / $35 per hour.
As a Remote Nutritionist / Health Educator with East Central Public Health District, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.
Benefits
• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
• Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you
Job Responsibilities
• Provide nutrition services to clients in the WIC Program as assigned.
• Complete nutrition screening, assessment, and education for a minimum of 2 clients per hour, working 29 hours a week.
• Hours can range from 9 AM - 8 PM, Monday through Sunday.
• Must have reliable internet service.
Minimum Qualifications
Nutritionist/Dietitian: Bachelor’s degree in dietetics, human nutrition, foods and nutrition, nutrition education, food systems management, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university AND verification statement of completion of a didactic program accredited by The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Health Educator: Master’s degree in public health education from an accredited college or university OR Bachelor’s degree in education, social, behavioral, or biological sciences or a directly related field from an accredited college or university.
At least one year of WIC experience preferred.
According to Georgia Public Health WIC Program Guidelines, candidates without a verification statement, who can comply with the following requirements, may be eligible for consideration in this position: a) Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a nutrition field from an ACEND accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) but did not earn a verification statement (a letter from the DPD program director stating the individual successfully completed the program but did not earn a verification statement can serve as coursework verification) OR b) Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Nutritional Sciences, Community Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics, or Public Health Nutrition from an accredited college or university with specific coursework criteria. Criteria can be reviewed and verified using non-DPD required coursework references.
Additional Information
Employment Information: Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary. DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by CHEA and/or the US Department of Education and will verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc. The candidate may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check. If you require accommodations under the ADA, email request by the closing date of this announcement to: [email protected]. DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Due to the volume of applications received, information on application status may not be provided by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
Seniority level
• Entry level
Employment type
• Part-time
Job function
• Health Care Provider
• Industries: Public Health
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