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PURPOSE OF POSITION
Under the supervision and direction of the Morrisania D& TC WIC Dietitian Level IV, the Dietitian II/ WIC Nutritionist is responsible for the providing nutrition education and counseling to WIC participants, as well as to perform certification and recertification of all qualified participants and provide supervision and training to subordinate staff when required. This position is a WIC Contact Deliverable.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES
The WIC Dietitian Level II / WIC Qualified Nutritionist is responsible for all nutrition-related functions for WIC participants and applicants. This includes WIC nutrition and breastfeeding services and community outreach, when required. As a WIC High Risk Qualified Nutritionist, this position includes everything associated with WIC High Risk counseling, plans and documentation.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.Certification of WIC participants in accordance with USDA regulations, NYSDOH and Morrisania WIC policies.
2. Presentation of orientation and/or classes for all participants certified onto the WIC Program.
3.Assessment of nutritional status and nutritional and health needs of participant. Record-keeping associated with nutrition education in NYWIC.
4.Provision of individual and group nutrition education/facilitated group discussion to WIC participants and/or to their families, as specified by the Federal Regulations, NYS Nutrition Plan and Morrisania WIC policies.
5. Documentation of nutrition education contacts provided for all WIC participants, including a nutrition care plan for all high-risk participants in NYWIC.
6. Development and production of nutrition education materials, in concert with nutrition staff.
7. Evaluation, screening and review of other appropriate nutrition education materials.
8. Prescription of food packages, including specialty formulas, according to the nutritional needs of the participant, in accordance with federal regulations, state and Morrisania WIC policy.
9. Breastfeeding: Provide promotion, assessment, and assistance to breastfeeding mothers to foster successful lactation. Document as required in NYWIC and all other appropriate records. Refer to Breastfeeding Coordinator, Interns, Peer Counselors and WIC Director, as necessary. Follow-up on breastpump issuance, as necessary. Work with Breastfeeding Team to develop appropriate materials and activities to support breastfeeding.
10.Identification of nutrition and nutrition education needs of the participants.
11. Implementation of quarterly nutrition time study as mandated by NYSDOH.
12. Completion of alternate certification paper certifications and assignment in NYWIC within 5 days of certification or when NYWIC is operational.
13. Participation and attendance at nutrition seminars, and meetings with peers in the field and reading current literature, in order to keep abreast of new developments in the field of nutrition to aid in the effectiveness with participants and staff members and to maintain appropriate credentials and WIC Program mandated continuing education. Completion of Nutrition and other WIC modules as required by NYSDOH WIC Program.
14. Perform anthropometric and hematologic assessments and measurements' of WIC participants and applicants in accordance with NYSDOH WIC Program standards. If trained, perform finger stick utilizing HemoCue or Pronto equipment, in accordance with CUA regulations and using Universal Precautions.
15. Issuance/assign WIC Food benefits and Farmers Market checks in accordance with NYSDOH and Morrisania
WIC policies.
16. Conduct CookShop, FITWIC, Food Tastings, Milk Challenges and Recipe Demonstrations as necessary to complement the nutrition education routinely performed by the WIC Program.
17.Participation in outreach activities and special events, including annual Healthy Lifestyles Fair.
18.Participation and attendance in scheduled WIC meetings.
19.Conduct nutrition staff training, coaching and supervision as required by the Nutrition Coordinator.
20.Compliance with infection control and workplace safety NYCHHC policies; HIPAA regulations and WIC Program confidentiality policies; completion of Annual In-Service training and exam.
21.Communicate effectively with participants, visits and colleagues.
22.Ability to conduct WIC nutrition counseling and assessment using Tele-WIC modalities and platforms.
23.Conduct all duties through an equity lens, utilizing the Diversity, Equity and Inclusive approach for all participants, families, community members, colleagues and co-workers.
24.Work together to provide comprehensive, personalized care for all WIC participants, applicants and their families and commit to providing a person-centered care environment while exemplifying ICARE (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence) values
25.Conduct all activities within the ICARE values - Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
26.All duties associated with the nutrition component of the Program, including additional assignments as deemed necessary by the Project Director.
The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified
and shall not be considered a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent to the position.

Qualification Requirements:

For appointment to Assignment Level I
1. Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, with a major in Dietetics or Foods and Nutrition in a program approved by the American Dietetic Association (ADA); or,
2. Registration or eligibility for registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) as a Registered Dietitian or New York State Certification as a Dietitian-Nutritionist.

For appointment to Assignment Level II
1. Registration or eligibility for registration by the CDR as a Registered Dietitian or New York State Certification as a Dietitian-Nutritionist.

For appointment to Assignment Levels III and IV
1. Registration by the CDR as a Registered Dietitian or New York State Certification as a Dietitian-Nutritionist.

Special Note for Dietitians assigned to Post-Acute Care (Long-Term Care) facility:
Under the Medicare and Medicaid Programs, Reform of Requirements for Long-Term Care Facilities, as outlined in Section 483.60 of Title 42 of the Code of Federal Regulations all newly-hired Dietitians, Levels I-IV assigned to a Post-Acute Care (Long-Term Care) facility, are required to have New York State Certification, issued by the New York State Education Department (NYSED), as a Dietitian-Nutritionist at the time of hire. Dietitians, Levels I-IV hired prior to November 28, 2016, assigned to a Post-Acute Care (Long-Term Care) facility are required to obtain New York State Certification, issued by the NYSED, as a Dietitian-Nutritionist on or before November 28, 2021.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB: CERTIFICATION(S)/LICENSE(S):
EDUCATIONAL LEVEL:
1. A Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college, with a major in Dietetics or Foods and Nutrition in a program approved by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND);Registration or eligibility for Registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
KNOWLEDGEABLE IN: Anthropometry measurement and assessment skills, Hematology measurement and assessment skills Communication skills, Knowledge of nutrition through the life cycle, breastfeeding promotion and management skills, computer skills, counseling skills. WIC experience and skills - a plus! Language skills in Spanish and/or French - a plus!

EQUIPMENT/MACHINES OPERATED:
NYWIC computers, printers and associated equipment, copiers, fax machine, HemoCue, Pronto and other relevant equipment.

COMPUTER PROGRAMS/SOFTWARE OPERATED
NYWIC, Microsoft Office including Word and Excel

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
1 + years experience preferred

Please be advised that proof of Covid-19 vaccination is required prior to hire.

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NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
• Multiple employee discounts programs

VCB #: MOR- 02032023-2522