Registered Dietician (Health & Wellness Department) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/detroit/jobs/newprint/4296349) Apply  Registered Dietician (Health & Wellness Department) Salary $48,949.00 - $74,285.00 Annually Location Michigan, MI Job Type Certified-Regular Civil Service Job Number 20231130222090HEAL8569JT2 Department Dept of Health & Wellness Division Health Grants Opening Date 06/11/2024 Closing Date 1/31/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit 9000-Non Union Salary Regular Service General + Description + Benefits Description The Registered Dietitian/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist is responsible for providing WIC nutrition services, including high-risk nutrition counseling participants in accordance with MDCH WIC Division policies and procedures. Perform WIC certifications and recertification. Provide nutrition education, high-risk counseling and follow-up based on identified needs. Develop care plans for high-risk clients. Responsible for approving Michigan WIC Special Formula Request Forms. Complete all necessary documentation, audits and reports as assigned by team lead. Make appropriate client referrals to health care providers, community resources, social services, etc. Complete all required job-related trainings. Promote breastfeeding with clients. Examples of Duties + Proficient use of computer and software programs + Communicates effectively both in writing and orally. + Ability to use data sources and interpret information to make recommendations for program success. + Responsible for assigned chart audits/reports as assigned by team lead or program manager. + Response during a public health emergency event is required for this position, including duties not normally performed. + Attends all applicable meetings, conferences, and trainings as needed and as appropriate. + Attend MDHHS WIC Division trainings as appropriate. + Maintain program standards that are consistent with MDHHS WIC Division policies and procedures. + Receive direction and other duties from WIC Breastfeeding Coordinator. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree Public Health, Business Administration, Health Science Administration or other related field, with two years experience in community engagement, community organizing, and project coordination and implementation. Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Food and Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition. Community Health Nutrition of Dietetic Tecnician Current registration with the Commission on Dietetics Minimum of one year (1) of WIC experience Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted to meet the education and experience requirement of this position. Supplemental Information Evaluation Plan + Interview: 70% + Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30% + Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100% Additional points may be awarded for: + Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points + Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points LRD: 05/23/2023 EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following: HEALTH + Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits. + Dental + Vision INSURANCE + Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent. + Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement. PAID TIME OFF + Sick Leave + Vacation + Holidays OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave, RETIREMENT BENEFITS City Employees Retirement System As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after: • Completion of thirty (30) years of service; - At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or - At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service. • In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply); - An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service; • Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age. ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions. Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit. Employer City of Detroit Address Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226 Website http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email