Nutrition Therapist , II, III, IV

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Nutrition Therapist I, II, III, IV

340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

340 District 6

Full time

Regular

The annual salary for this position is up to $74,853.00, based on education and experience.

RESPECT. COLLABORATION. SERVICE. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and vendors.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

Location
:
Chickasha - 205 W Chickasha Ave / Purcell - 919 North Ninth Ave

Salary
: up to $74,853.00, based on education and experience

Full Time / Part Time
:
Full Time

Work Schedule
:
Monday – Friday

Primary Hours
: 8am-5pm

Positions in this job family provide nutrition and dietary expertise along with nutrition assessment, education and counseling to individuals and groups at the local level. These positions are also responsible for the development, submission, and implementation of plans to provide nutrition education and services to clients within their service area.

This is the leadership level of the job family, where employees are assigned responsibility for planning, directing, and coordinating comprehensive nutrition programs at the local level. These positions provide direct service to individuals and groups by conducting nutrition education classes and providing individual nutrition counseling; interacting with other public health programs; increasing community awareness and positive perception of public health and nutrition;

and coordinating in-service training for other nutrition staff. These positions must supervise other nutritionists, including reviewing and assigning work, evaluating performance, approving leave, and initiating disciplinary actions, as well as performing related administrative functions. Responsibilities also include coverage of essential nutrition services for assigned area when nutritionist position vacancies occur. Additionally, this position may provide direction, technical guidance and supervision, or training to nutrition assistants.

• Provides direct and indirect nutrition education services.
• Evaluates and assesses the nutritional status and needs of patients/clients and develops individual care plans (ICP).
• Provides and/or oversees nutrition/dietary prescriptions and coordinates with health care providers as appropriate.
• Refers patients/clients to other health-related and social services, as necessary.
• Documents ICP, referrals, and follow-up to referrals appropriately.
• Provides nutrition in-service training to staff.
• Provides community awareness and/or outreach in regard to public health and nutrition.
• Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities,…