Public Health Nutritionist Supervisor

State of Louisiana • Alexandria, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Louisiana Department of Health seeks a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist to lead nutrition services for the WIC program. The role oversees clinical nutrition services, supports high-risk participants, guides and develops nutrition staff, and ensures compliance with state and federal WIC policies. The position is located in the Office of Public Health, Region 6, Rapides Parish. It may be filled as a probationary, promotional, or job appointment; a job appointment is temporary and may last up to 48 months.

Requirements

• Possession of a permanent Louisiana Dietitian/Nutritionist license.
• Three years of licensed experience in public health nutrition or dietetics in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervisory oversight and guidance to Public Health Nutritionists, Health Educators, Nutrition Educators, and contract staff.
• Oversee clinical nutrition services for high-risk WIC participants, including certification and recertification.
• Conduct nutritional assessments to determine participants’ nutritional risk and individual needs.
• Counsel WIC participants on nutrition and prescribe appropriate food packages in accordance with program guidelines.
• Serve as the Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist for the WIC program, providing specialized nutrition services to high-risk participants.
• Interpret and implement state and federal WIC policies and procedures to ensure program compliance and effective service delivery.
• Manage staff performance and professional development, and provide consultation on WIC policies, procedures, and nutrition services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed