Registered Dietitian (Grade 16)

This job was posted by https://www.azjobconnection.gov : For more information, please see: https://www.azjobconnection.gov/jobs/7621280 NATURE OF WORK Under limited supervision, performs professional public health services of moderate difficulty in planning, organizing, and implementing public health programs; this position has Program Specific responsibility. Nature of Work *(Illustrative Only)*Conducts nutrition and breastfeeding assessments for High Risk participants and provides evidence based counseling and specialized formula authorization; maintains reports, may create presentations and training materials. Collaborates with Health Care Provider, as needed to ensure proper food benefits are issued; assists with the documenting nutrition/breastfeeding assessments, care plans and follows up in data base; may coordinate and/or facilitate nutrition education and training for new and existing program staff; may coordinate and shall participate in outreach activities; assists with observation of staff for compliance utilizing state WIC provided observation forms; maintains high standards of confidentiality and program integrity; may supervise assigned staff in the absence of a direct supervisor; maintains registration and required licensing credentials by completing continuing education units; works as assigned on a rotation basis, in permanent and satellite WIC Clinics within Yuma County WIC's geographical area. Travels to community sites, facilities and institutions; regular and reliable attendance is required; performs other duties as assigned.