Introduction
The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforcethat is committed to providing exemplary service to the City’s residents. Ifyou have a passion for being a part of an inclusive team of public servants,please consider the following opportunity.
Purpose
The primary goal of the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)Program is to promote and maintain the health and well-being of nutritionallyat-risk pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, infants, and children.
Under the direction of the WIC Program Manager, theCommunity Health Dietitian 1 provides nutrition and administrative services forthe City of Milwaukee Health Department’s (MHD) Women, Infants, and Children(WIC) special supplemental nutrition program and serves as a lead worker forCommunity Health Nutritionists, WIC Client Services Assistants, andBreastfeeding Peer Counselors.
Essential Functions
Client Services
- Perform WIC certifications, including anthropometric measurement, hemoglobin and lead testing, nutrition and breastfeeding assessment utilizing motivational interviewing skills, person centered counseling, benefit issuance, immunization assessment, and referral to health care providers and community agencies.
- Determine WIC eligibility by identifying risk factors.
- Monitor participant follow up and modify plan of care as needed.
- Complete required documentation in ROSIE as outlined in the Wisconsin WIC Operations Manual.
- Determine appropriate food package and issue WIC benefits.
- Approve medical formulas and nutritionals available to infants, children, and women.
- Authorize out-going communication and referrals to medical professionals.
Nutrition Education
In conjunction with the Health Project Supervisor, serve as a lead in the development, implementation, and monitoring of nutrition, breastfeeding, and outreach work plans and other grant-related initiatives.Follow the guidelines according to the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) and similar standards set forth by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.Administrative
Ensure implementation of and compliance with WIC federal, state, and project regulations and policies in operations and systems manuals.Assist the Health Project Supervisor with WIC nutrition staff team meetings to ensure continuous quality improvement and excellent customer service.Complete all agency and State required trainings.Ensure outreach to underserved segments of the community.We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who areinterested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during thehiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA)of 2008.
Conditions of Employment
Ability to safely lift infants and small children onto scales (up to 25 lbs).Report to any of the City of Milwaukee clinic locations as assigned. Assignments may be made on short notice to provide staff coverage during unexpected absences or emergency situations.Participate in a work schedule that includes early evening hours on assigned days. The current hours of work are as follows : Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8 : 00 a.m. to 4 : 30 p.m. and Thursday from 10 : 00 a.m. to 6 : 30 p.m.Carry a mobile phone during business hours.Travel outside the City of Milwaukee, occasionally overnight, for training purposes or for participation in meetings representing the City.Respond to an emergency or broad impact event.The required pre-employment tests include :
Physical exam w / Lift testDrug Screen - Non DOTThe required pre-employment vaccines include :
TB Test (at time of hire and annually throughout employment)MMR VaccineHep B VaccineVaricella VaccineCovid 19 VaccineMinimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a related field from a college or university accredited by Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).Registration as a Registered Dietitian (RD) by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics at time of appointment and throughout employment.State of Wisconsin Certified Dietitian (CD) OR CD-eligible at time of appointment; must obtain certification with the State of Wisconsin within six months of appointment date and throughout employment.Must meet State of Wisconsin WIC mandates regarding lactation management and care as noted in 10.23-2 and 10.23-3 of the Wisconsin WIC Operations Manual within one year of appointment and throughout employment.Ability to travel independently throughout Milwaukee, either by transit, bicycle, or automobile. Mileage reimbursement may be provided pursuant to Section 350-183 of The Milwaukee Code of Ordinances.NOTICE : Please do not attach your academic transcriptsto your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates’education as part of the background screening process prior to extending anyjob offers.
Desirable Qualifications
International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) or exam-eligible or have successfully completed other state-approved specialized training, such as Certified Lactation Specialist (CLS), Certified Lactation Consultant (CLC), or Certified Lactation Educator (CLE).Completed specialized training in lactation management and care.Experience facilitating community nutrition programing.Ability to provide interpretation in Spanish, Hmong, or another language.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics
Technical
Knowledge of food and nutritional science.Knowledge of maternal and child health.Knowledge of federal, state, and local WIC policies and regulations.Knowledge of related community resources.Knowledge of mathematics and ability to perform mathematical calculations, such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, areas, circumference, and volume.Ability to read and interpret work-related documents, including procedural manuals, governmental publications, and periodicals.Ability to efficiently use the Microsoft Office Suite and specialized software such as the State of Wisconsin WIC Data System (ROSIE).Ability to use job-related equipment such as the Lead Care® II Analyzer, HemoCue® systems, lancets, and adult and infant weighing and measuring equipment.Skill in working with infants and small children.Communication and Interpersonal
Ability to write business correspondence and reports using the appropriate conventions of grammar, punctuation and spelling.Verbal communication, presentation, and training skills.Ability to maintain effective working relationships with a multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary staff, community partners, and the public.Customer service knowledge and skills.Listening and counseling skills.Ability to provide services to a diverse customer population in a culturally sensitive manner.Judgment and Professionalism
Ability to be resilient in a very busy setting with clients who may be experiencing stress.Ability to serve in a lead capacity.Problem-solving and decision-making skills.Ability to plan and accomplish work, manage multiple assignments simultaneously, and meet deadlines.Honesty, integrity, and professionalism.Ability to maintain confidentiality.Dedication to the promotion of health and prevention of disease and a commitment to stay abreast of current practices in nutrition.Current Salary
The current salary range (2HN) is $72,917-$81,507 annually, and theresident incentive salary for City of Milwaukee residents is $75,104-$83,952 annually. Appointmentabove the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and otherqualifications and is subject to approval.
BENEFITS
The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit programwhich includes :
Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension Plan457 Deferred Compensation PlanHealth and Dental InsurancePaid Parental LeaveComprehensive Wellness ProgramOnsite Clinic ServicesOnsite Employee Assistance ProgramAlternative Work SchedulesLong Term Disability InsuranceGroup Life InsuranceTuition BenefitsPaid Vacation12 Paid HolidaysPaid Sick Leave and other paid leavesFlexible Spending ArrangementCommuter Value Pass
