Public Health Nutrition Assistant - Temporary

State of Vermont • Saint Albans, VT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Vermont Department of Health's St. Alban's District Office has an opening for a dynamic Nutrition Assistant to complement its professional team. This position offers an opportunity to work with clients and community partners in direct support of the Women Infants and Children (WIC) program. It is a nutrition education and clerical position that advances the mission: To protect and promote the best health for all Vermonters. The Division of Local Health works to preserve and improve the equitable social, economic, and environmental conditions necessary to attain the highest level of health and well-being for all, thus ensuring healthy Vermonters. The Division of Local Health is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming environment that respects and celebrates every person's strength, assets, and values. The Division of Local Health is committed to leading organizational change efforts that address avoidable inequities and injustices as they work towards the elimination of health and health care disparities. The mission is to promote the physical, mental, and social well-being of people in Vermont by advancing equity, protecting against disease and injury, and preparing for health emergencies. The vision is that all people and communities in Vermont have equitable opportunities to achieve their highest level of health and well-being. Values include Equity, Collaboration, Inclusion, Harmony, and Data.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in a health related field OR two (2) years of experience in a health related environment

Nice To Haves

• Degree in nutrition or health, education or a human services field
• Experience in a health or nutrition related community setting

Responsibilities

• Work one on one with WIC participants by providing certification services
• Use problem solving skills to resolve nutrition-related questions from participants and community partners
• Provide clerical duties that support the enrollment and retention of WIC participants
• Participate in office initiatives such as lead screening and emergency preparedness

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree