Registered Dietician (Health & Wellness Department)

Registered Dietician (Health & Wellness Department) Print ( Apply  Registered Dietician (Health & Wellness Department) Salary $62,400.00 Annually Location Michigan, MI Job Type Certified-Regular Civil Service Job Number HEALTH9611tf Department Dept of Health & Wellness Opening Date 09/09/2024 Bargaining Unit 9000-Non Union Salary Regular Service General Description Benefits Questions Description HEALTH & WELLNESS DEPARTMENT PUBLIC HEALTH PROJECT COORDINATOR REGISTERED DIETICIAN The Registered Dietician / Registered Dietician Nutritionist is responsible for providing WIC nutrition services, including high-risk nutrition counseling participants in accordance with MDCH WIC Division policies and procedures. Perform WIC certifications and recertification. Provide nutrition education, high-risk counseling, and follow-up based on identified needs. Develop care plans for high-risk clients. Responsible for approving Michigan WIC Special Formula Request Forms. Complete all necessary documentation, audits, and reports as assigned by the team lead. Make appropriate client referrals to health care providers, community resources, social services, etc. Complete all required job-related training. Promote breastfeeding with clients. Examples of Duties Essential Duties and Responsibilities ( may perform other duties as assigned ) Proficient use of computer and software programs 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 the team lead or program manager. Response during a public health emergency event is required for this position, including duties not normally performed. Attends all applicable meetings, conferences, and trainings as needed and as appropriate. Attend MDHHS WIC Division training as appropriate. Maintain program standards that are consistent with MDHHS WIC Division policies and procedures. Receive direction and other duties from WIC Breastfeeding Coordinator. Minimum Qualifications Qualifications (required): Bachelor's or Master's degree Public Health, Business Administration, Health Science Administration or other related field, with two years experience in community engagement, community organizing, and project coordination and implementation. Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Food and Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition. Community Health Nutrition of Dietetic Tecnician Current registration with the Commission on Dietetics Minimum of one year (1) of WIC experience Equivalency Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis. 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 points LRD: 05/23/2024 EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following: HEALTH Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits. Dental Vision INSURANCE Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent. Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement. PAID TIME OFF Sick Leave Vacation Holidays OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave, RETIREMENT BENEFITS City Employees Retirement System As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after: • Completion of thirty (30) years of service; At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service. • In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply); An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service; • Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age. ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions. Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit. 01 Do you possess a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Public Health, Business Administration, Health Science Administration or other related field? Yes No 02 How many years of W.I.C experience do you have? up to 1 year of work experience 2 to 9 years of experience 10 or more years of experience No Work Experience 03 Do you possess a current registration with the Commission on Dietetics? Yes No 04 How many years of work experience in community engagement, community organizing, and project coordination and implementation? Explain in detail your work experience. 05 Explain in detail, your WIC experience. 06 Why do you want to work for the City of Detroit - Health & Wellness Department? Required Question Agency City of Detroit Address Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226 Website Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email

Created: 2024-11-02