Nutritionist Supervisor

Welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with Loudoun County Government!

ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY. THE RESUME IS CONSIDERED SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ONLY. APPLICATIONS THAT ARE INCOMPLETE OR INDICATE 'SEE RESUME' WILL NOT BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION.

Loudoun County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the country.

It is known for its excellent quality of life and strong economy while embracing its historic presence. Located 35 miles west of Washington, D.C., Loudoun County offers diverse cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities. The mission of the Health Department is to provide health services that enhance and ensure the health of all Loudoun County residents.

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Are you passionate about working with women and children and making a positive impact? The Loudoun County Health Department is seeking a dedicated Nutritionist/Site Supervisor to join our Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) team. This position is responsible for day-to-day operation of the Loudoun County WIC clinic; planning and managing daily clinic activities and supervising WIC staff.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

Impactful Work: Make a real difference by helping families receive informative nutrition and breastfeeding information.

Community Engagement: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to protecting the health and safety of Loudoun County residents.

Professional Development: Grow your skills in nutrition and breastfeeding counseling, and support families across Loudoun County get access to healthy food and medical care.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Oversees clinic site operation, staffing, and client scheduling.
* Analyzes caseload and other reports to determine client load, staff scheduling, equipment, and clinic supplies.
* Interviews clients to assess symptoms and deficiencies in nutritional status.
* Provides high-risk counseling to clients and enrolls them in the WIC program.
* Oversees and performs lab tests and takes measurements.
* Evaluates medical records and laboratory results.
* Calculates nutritional density of meals and ensures nutrient levels based on Recommended Daily Allowances (RDAs).
* Develops, modifies, and presents normal and therapeutic diets to clients.
* Plans, provides, and documents individual/group nutrition education to WIC clients regarding establishing good eating habits, weight control, nutritional needs during pregnancy, and related nutritional risks.
* Promotes breastfeeding and certifies pregnant women for WIC at intake appointment.
* Participates in other activities of the nutrition program and the health department including program planning, staff meetings, and the provision of in-service programs.
* Provides information on United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) food supplement program.
* Attends professional meetings and continuing education activities.
* Ensures compliance with mandated programs; administers federal, state, and/or local mandates, regulations, and policies for mandated programs; and ensures cases and/or policies are prepared and in compliance for audits or reviews.
* Writes reports and develops education materials, forms, and information sheets; reviews/maintains caseload files.
* Other duties as assigned

If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and join a team that values your expertise, apply now! Together, we can enhance healthcare access and improve the lives of our community members.

Hiring salary commensurate with experience.

Bachelor's degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a related field; and satisfactory completion of a program of supervised clinical experience approved by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics; and three (3) years of relevant experience.

Preferred:
* A Graduate degree in Nutrition or Public Health is preferred.
* Women, Infants, and Children program (WIC) experience is highly preferred.
* Bilingual or multilingual skill is preferred.

Required to hold and maintain active registration as a Dietician as defined by VA code. Must obtain this active registration within six (6) months of hire-date.

Criminal background check, fingerprinting, and Child Protective Services (CPS) check required.
Pass TB test within 10 days of hire. Hold or obtain First Aid/CPR certifications at hire or within four (4) months of hire. Vaccination or proof of vaccination as required for Health Care Personnel by the Virginia Department of Health.
Meet WIC education and continuing education requirements.
Obtain any Department-required certifications within established time frames of hire.