C​/S Nutritionist

Overview

Make a Difference with DHSS Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.

Make a Difference with DHSS. Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas. We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today.

DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession. For more information, please visit the DHSS website.

This position is responsible for certifying clients for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) in Sussex County. All clients receive nutrition education and assessments. Promotes healthy lifestyles, healthy eating, breastfeeding, as well as other health related messages to the WIC population. Participates in disaster exercises, drills and responding to disasters if needed. This position requires travel, as needed, to support operations at additional clinic locations, including the Shipley State Service Center in Seaford and the Pyle State Service Center in Frankford.

• Consults with physicians and health care personnel to assess and determine nutritional needs, menus and diet restrictions of individuals.
• Develops, implements and evaluates nutritional care plans for regular and modified diets based on assessments of nutritional needs, diet restrictions, and other current health plans.
• Provides nutritional and/or dietary assessment to educate individuals and their care providers.
• Oversees the quality and quantity of food served to ensure that meals conform to prescribed diets and meet established requirements for nutrient content.
• Provides technical assistance, guidance and direction to food service personnel, health care professionals, agencies, community organizations and the public regarding current nutritional issues, problems affecting an individual's food habits, prescribed diets, and/or food service, presentation and preparation.
• Coordinates nutritional services with other health programs.
• Plans, organizes and conducts training for food service personnel and health care professionals.
• Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports.
• May oversee the work of support staff.

Job Requirements for Nutritionist I

• Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher in Food and Nutrition from a US regionally accredited college or university and coursework approved by the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education (CADE) of the American Dietetic Association (ADA).

This is a Casual/Seasonal position which is a non-pension eligible position without healthcare and/or other benefits.

This posting may be closed on or before 12/20/2026 upon filling the vacant position(s).

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources. DHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship. All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment.

Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County. As a condition of hire you must possess a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving). This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been…