Nutrition Specialist-Grant Funded

Overview

Local government is a purposeful journey where you can make a difference and help improve life for our thousands of citizens. With over 2000 employees in more than 30 departments, there's sure to be a position for YOU, whether you're just starting out or a seasoned pro. When you work for Pinal County, you will have access to a wide range of benefits like comprehensive healthcare options and unmatched retirement plans that are the best in Arizona.

• An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work-Life Balance.
• Paid Vacation And Sick Leave
  • 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
    • After Three (3) Years of Service, 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
    • After Five (5) Years of Service, 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
• Ten Paid Holidays+ One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish
• 13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
• Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years
  • Two-Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service
  • Three-Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service
  • Four-Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
  • Four-Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
  • Quarterly Wellness Challenges
  • Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite
  • Vaccination Clinics
  • Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events
  • Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite
  • Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite
  • Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online
  • Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi
• Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions
  - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!
• Variety of Top Tier Affordable Medical Plans - Six Different Medical Plans to Choose From
  • Some Medical Plans with Zero Employee Premium Cost
• Dental and Vision Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Telehealth
• Qualified Employer - Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program - Department of Education
• Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options
• Civil Service Leave
• Van Pool Options
• Short-Term Disability –
  Employer Paid
• Basic Life Insurance –
  Employer Paid
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses

• Assist Pinal County residents with access to Community Health Nutrition Programs (CHNP) including the Women Infants & Children (WIC) program, nutritional/breastfeeding counseling, education and training, determine client eligibility for program services, assess clients’ nutrition, breastfeeding and health-related needs, and provide services according to Public Health Services Department (PHSD) policies and procedures under basic supervision.
• Interview clients, document income status and current living conditions, and determine eligibility for CHNP services.
• Evaluate clients’ nutrition/breastfeeding and health-related needs, discuss and document clients’ eating habits, health history, and current medical condition, and work with client to develop personal goals and a nutrition/breastfeeding care plan.
• Counsel and educate clients on proper nutrition/breastfeeding practices, provide educational material and personalized information on CHNP and PHSD programs, and refer clients to other service providers as needed.
• Measure height/weight and hemoglobin (blood) testing.
• Assist clients to access other health care professionals, regional agencies, and community services programs.
• Maintain case file records and collect, compile, and report data on program participation.
• Assist with community outreach programs and special projects as assigned.
• Train and cross-train in a variety of nutrition, breastfeeding and healthcare programs.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.
• One (1) year of experience in a medical or social services program.
• Bi-lingual English-Spanish language skills.
• Successful completion of training programs by…