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Phfewic

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (Los Angeles, South Bay, and Orange County Are

Phfewic, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079


Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (Los Angeles, South Bay, and Orange County Areas)

Job Category:

Program PositionsRequisition Number:

NUTRI005452Posted:

July 18, 2024Employment Type:

Full-TimeWork Arrangement:

HybridRate:

$33.50 USD per hourLocations

City of Industry, CA 91746, USADescription

Hybrid position (remote/in-person)Applicant must submit a resume to be considered for this position.Starting Rate: $33.50 - $38.82 per hour (salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience).Application Closing Date: October 2, 2024If qualified, you will be invited to attend a mandatory job preview on:September 11, 2024, from 5:00 pm -6:00 pm or October 9, 2024, from 5:00 pm-6:00 pm.Interview dates: The week of October 21, 2024.PHFE WIC is looking for a Registered Dietitian to join our team of diverse and caring nutrition professionals. In this hybrid position, you’ll provide nutrition counseling, education, and support services to WIC participants. You will assist the supervisor in overseeing all client services and managing staff at an assigned WIC site while providing excellent customer service, working cooperatively in a team, and problem-solving.Locations: Los Angeles, South Bay and Orange County AreasTrainings are held at the PHFE WIC Administrative Office in the City of Industry, CA, and in an assigned Training WIC site in Los Angeles, South Bay or Orange County areas.ABOUT PHFE WIC

Public Health Foundation Enterprises WIC (PHFE WIC) is a supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children that connects families to healthy foods and a village of support. We have over 500 employees serving more than 180,000 people each month at 39 WIC offices in Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Gabriel Valley.At PHFE WIC, workplace inclusion is a core value, and we celebrate our differences as a strength. The diversity of our staff is an asset that allows us to better support and empower WIC program participants.WHAT WE OFFER

At PHFE WIC, we invest in our staff by providing ongoing training and opportunities for professional growth and development.Comprehensive on-the-job training program for staff to learn about client-centered counseling, breastfeeding, and nutrition education for children and parents.Peer mentoring program connects new employees to current employees for support and encouragement.Dietetic internship and International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) internship opportunities are available to staff that have worked for PHFE WIC for at least one and two years, respectively, and meet eligibility requirements.Employee scholarship opportunities for those pursuing higher education.PHFE WIC provides reimbursement for the annual cost of RDN licensure and opportunities for continuing education credits RDN and IBCLC licensing.Pregnant and breastfeeding employees have the opportunity to receive lactation support from IBCLCs.BENEFITS

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance10 paid vacation days annually12 sick days annually13 paid holidays per yearEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Flexible Savings Account optionsHealth Savings Account optionsRetirement Plan 403(b): Heluna Health contributes 6% of employee compensationSUMMARY

In accordance with all Federal, State, Heluna Health and Public Health Foundation Enterprises (PHFE WIC) policies and procedures, directs all WIC Center operations by performing the following duties personally or through subordinates: enrollment, certification, and issuance of food benefits to WIC clients; provides nutrition and breastfeeding information to WIC clients using the WIC Web Information System Exchange (WIC WISE). Supervises all PHFE WIC client services as well as administrative and personnel functions at an assigned site; complies with breastfeeding policies and requirements to promote, educate and support breastfeeding among all clients and staff.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

45% Performs the following functions:Serves applicants and participants using the WIC WISE systemBreastfeeding education and supportGroup facilitated discussionsCommunicate with WIC participants using current technology35% Assists supervisor with the following functions:Staff ManagementStaff DevelopmentWIC Center ManagementCounseling, documenting, and disciplining staffPreparing performance evaluationsQuality Assurance/WW functions and ManagementBreastfeeding education and supportConducting regular staff meetings in absence of supervisorLiaison between other agencies co-located within the WIC center15% Performs other duties and responsibilities:Assists in upkeep of WIC facilities.Able to work at any WIC site based on program necessity.Transports staff and supplies to clinic sites as needed.Follows up on any issues regarding office equipment and suppliesAttends all required WIC sponsored training modules, meetings and seminars.5% Supports/participates in special projects and outreach activities.The employee must have the ability to work cooperatively and successfully in a team setting; take care of both internal and external customers; and deal with challenging situations involving the public and/or staff.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

May be required to supervise nutritionists, nutrition program assistants, clerks, students, volunteers, or other assigned staff; and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.JOB QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education/Experience

Communication Skills

Excellent English verbal, written, and nonverbal communication skills.Reads and understands instructions, correspondence, and memos.Clearly and concisely expresses information and thought in written form.Effectively presents information in one-on-one and small group situations.Exhibits good listening and comprehension.Processes email and messages in a timely manner.Keeps supervisors and co-workers adequately informed.Maintains positive work atmosphere by communicating in a manner that promotes understanding and cooperation.Mathematical Skills

Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations.Computer Skills

Ability to use computer applications like MS Outlook, MS Excel, MS Word and MS PowerPoint.Reasoning Ability, Problem Solving and Decision Making

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions.Ability to problem solve while dealing with the demands of the job.Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

Must be able to secure timely transportation to fulfill the requirements of the essential job duties.Must have cell phone, home telephone or message phone. All numbers must be current.PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:Stand FrequentlyWalk FrequentlySit FrequentlyHandling / Fingering FrequentlyReach Outward OccasionallyReach Above Shoulder OccasionallyClimb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend OccasionallyLift / Carry Occasionally - Up to 10 lbsPush/Pull Occasionally - Up to 10 lbsSee ConstantlyWORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.EEOC STATEMENT

It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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