COMMUNITY HEALTH NUTRITIONIST 1

Under the direction of the WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Program Manager, the Community Health Nutritionist 1 provides nutritional assessment and counseling and determines program eligibility for the Milwaukee Health Department’s (MHD) WIC participants.

WIC CERTIFICATION AND CLIENT SERVICES

• Complete the WIC certification process, including performing nutritional and breastfeeding assessment using motivational interviewing and person-centered counseling; anthropometric measurement, hemoglobin and lead testing; immunization assessment; and referral to health care providers and community agencies.

• Monitor participant follow up and modify plan of care.
• Determine WIC eligibility by identifying risk factors; issue WIC benefits.
• Complete required documentation in WIC Medical Information System (ROSIE), as outlined in the Wisconsin WIC Operations Manual.

NUTRITION EDUCATION AND REFERRALS

• In conjunction with the Health Project Supervisor, assist in nutrition and breastfeeding work plans and other grant-related initiatives.
• Serve as the nutrition resource for WIC staff, public health staff, dietetic students and the community.
• Follow the guidelines according to the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) and similar standards set forth by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

ADMINISTRATIVE

• Implement and comply with WIC federal, state and project regulations and policies in operations and systems manuals. 
• Assist the Health Project Supervisor with WIC nutrition staff team meetings to ensure continuous quality improvement and excellent customer service.
• Complete all agency and State-required training.
• Assure outreach to underserved segments of the community.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

• Employees assigned to the WIC Program will report to any of the City of Milwaukee WIC clinic locations. Assignment may be made on short notice to provide staff coverage during unexpected absences or emergency situations.
• All WIC staff members participate in a work schedule that includes early evening hours on assigned days. The current hours of work for this position are as follows: M, TU, W, and F, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; TH, 10:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m.

The Community Health Nutritionist 1 must be willing and able to do the following:

• Lift and move 25 pounds, including infants and small children onto measuring apparatus such as scales.
• Carry a mobile device during business hours.
• Wear industry-related Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as gloves, facemask, or face shield to reduce exposure to infectious agents or toxins while performing the duties of this job.
• The pre-employment tests include:
  • Physical/lift test
  • Audiogram
  • Vision
• The pre-employment vaccines include:
  • TB Test; at time of appointment and annually throughout employment
  • Hep B Vaccine
  • Covid 19 Vaccine
  • MMR Vaccine
  • Varicella Vaccine

1. Associate degree from an Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)-approved dietetic technician program OR a bachelor’s degree in nutritional sciences, dietetics, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
2. Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics registration as a Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) at time of appointment and throughout employment. NOTE: Candidates who possess a related bachelor’s degree as described in #1 above are not required to be DTR certified.
3. Ability to travel independently throughout Milwaukee, either by transit, bicycle, or automobile. Private Auto Allowance May Be Paid Pursuant to Section 350-183 of The Milwaukee Code.

NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates’ education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any job offers.

• Ability to provide interpretation in Spanish, Hmong, or another language.

TECHNICAL

• Knowledge of evidence-based practices in the field of nutrition.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice in the field of breastfeeding.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice in the field of public health. 
• Ability to read and interpret work-related documents.
• Ability to work with infants and small children.
• Ability to take measurements such as height and weight accurately.
• Ability to perform iron and lead testing.
• Ability to learn and use the ROSIE web-based software system and standard computer software applications.
• Ability to develop and conduct presentations and educational classes.

COMMUNICATION, INTERPERSONAL, AND CUSTOMER FOCUS

• Skill in verbal communication to effectively present information and respond to questions from individuals or groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
• Skill in written communication, including the ability to compose relevant, legible counseling notes.
• Ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with multidisciplinary and multicultural staff members, clients, city officials, and community groups.
• Ability to work well in a participative, team environment.
• Ability to work cooperatively and fairly with people whose backgrounds may differ from one's own.
• Customer service skills and tact, diplomacy, and cultural sensitivity.

JUDGMENT AND PROFESSIONALISM

• Ability to maintain composure in a noisy, fast-paced setting.
• Time management skills, organizational skills, and the ability to be flexible within a changeable work schedule and environment.
• Good judgment, trustworthiness, dependability, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

The current salary range (Pay Range 3LN) is $59,952-$77,225 annually, and the current incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $61,750-$79,542 annually. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.

BENEFITS

The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program that includes the following:

• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Onsite Clinic Services
• Onsite Employee Assistance Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Tuition Benefits
• Paid Vacation
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
• Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Commuter Value Pass

For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit: https://city.milwaukee.gov/der/benefits.

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of education, experience and/or responses to supplemental questions; a written or performance test, a structured interview, or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to structured interviews and performance examinations. Structured interviews may include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job.

INITIAL FILING DATE - The selection process will be held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt of applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the needs of the City have been met. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the selection process components. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not provide alternative selection process dates or times. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.

• APPLICATIONS and further information may be accessed by visiting https://www.jobapscloud.com/MIL.
• Applications should be submitted no later than the deadline listed above.
• If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
• The Department of Employee Relations is located in City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

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The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.