Nutrition Assistant

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range:

$23.81 - $29.18 Hourly

Department:

Health Department

Job Type:

Regular Represented

Exemption Status:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

June 26, 2024

The Opportunity:

This Work Matters!

Please note this posting may be utilized to hire for multiple recruitments.

We seek leaders, achievers and doers who bring skill and passion to a challenging and evolving environment. At the Multnomah County Health Department we are all inspired by the mission: We work with communities to advance health equity, protect the most vulnerable, and promote health and wellness for everyone and we uphold the values: Compassion and Care, Empowerment, Racial Equity, Creativity and Integrity. We create a culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse population we serve in our communities.

The Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Nutrition Assistant completes the WIC eligibility and certification process which includes enrollment, health screening, growth monitoring, diet screening, nutrition focused counseling, goal setting, food benefit issuance, and follow up planning. In addition, they promote breastfeeding and provide education and support around lactation. Nutrition Assistants also facilitate group classes, help connect participants with programs and services in the community, and participate in community outreach and committee activities. All services are provided using participant centered communication skills in a culturally relevant manner. This position will serve WIC families from many different traditions, cultures and backgrounds. This position prefers applicants possess the ability to speak, write and read fluently in the Spanish and English languages.

As the Nutrition Assistant, you will:

• Perform anthropometric measurements (weights and heights/lengths) and hemoglobin, health and diet screening and assessment

• Determine nutrition risks and program eligibility, assign food benefits and document all services provided

• Interview and evaluate client income, housing, employment and other eligibility factors to determine other services available

• Post eligibility assessment; enroll clients in nutrition and educational classes and training events

• Facilitate and teach group WIC classes and training events using approved lesson plans

• Provide program orientation, information, answer questions, review materials and resources as additional information to in-person or telephone/video conversations

• Provide appropriate nutrition focused counseling based participant health and nutrition assessments and on Oregon State WIC and USDA guidelines and other approved sources

• Assist with WIC outreach and service delivery to include serving on committees and/or boards to represent the WIC program and services driven to support diverse communities

• Utilize technology tools to support clinic work including computer based texting, using spreadsheets, reports and other technology tools.

• Refer participants to community programs and services for health and social services

• Provide basic breastfeeding information and support; issue breast pumps and provide pump education and/or demonstrations as appropriate

• Promote breastfeeding as the normal or best way to feed infants; provide counseling at each prenatal WIC visit

• Teach group prenatal breastfeeding classes as needed

• Assist with front desk functions including checking in participants, verifying proofs provided and enrolling participants into WIC

• Participate regularly in team meetings for general program and team updates, changes in policies or processes

• Assist in training new staff joining the WIC team

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a Health Department employee you will create a work culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and in the community. Every employee shares the responsibility for promptly bringing to the County's attention conduct that interferes with providing a work environment free of illegal discrimination and harassment.

TO QUALIFY:

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade

• One year of experience dealing with the public in a health-related field

• BLS CPR Certification within 60 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications/ Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Additional college level coursework in nutrition education.

• This position prefers bilingual verbal skills in Dari, Arabic, Karen or Somali, and English

• Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experiences that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

SCREENING AND EVALUATION:

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications

• An evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates

• Consideration of top candidates/interviews

• Background, reference, and education checks

Pay Equity: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.

Required: The Application Packet: You must submit all requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.

• A completed online application.

• A resume that explains all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in your resume.

• A cover letter that expands on your resume, addressing how you qualify for the position, and why you are interested in becoming a Nutrition Assistant in the WIC program. Please include your lived or work experience with individuals and families in diverse communities.

Note: The application, resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/ skills and how it is related to those shown in the overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials may be scored and determine your eligibility for an interview.

Please be mindful of checking your email inbox for messages from the Recruiter as you may be emailed requesting additional information. If a response is not received in a timely manner your application may not be considered.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

Type of Position: This hourly position is eligible for overtime.

Type: Represented

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Work Location: This position works onsite at Northeast Health Center and Gateway WIC Clinic sites located at 5329 NE Martin Luther King Jr., Blvd. Portland, OR 97211 and 131 NE 102nd Ave. Portland, OR 97220.

Serving the Public, Even During Disasters:

Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans' Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans' preference. Review our veterans' preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

Questions?

Recruiter:

Dan Ryan

Email:

daniel.ryan@multco.us

Phone:

+1 (971) 5001690

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Job Profile:

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