Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs Registered Dietitian Care Coordinator-61007353

Salary :

$60,700.00 - $67,000.00 Annually

Location : Richland County, SC

Job Type : FTE - Full-Time

Job Number : 61007353 / 180554

Agency :

SCDPH-PH Region-Midlands

Opening Date : 11 / 07 / 2025

Closing Date :

11 / 30 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Residency Requirement :

No

Class Code : : KB50

Position Number : : 61007353

Normal Work Schedule : :

Monday - Friday (8 : 30 - 5 : 00)

Pay Grade : CLN09

Hiring Range - Min. :

$60,700.00

Hiring Range - Max. :

$67,000.00

Opening Date : 11 / 07 / 2025

EEO Statement :

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures : :

If you meet the requirements of the position and would like to be considered, youmust submit a state application online. Please complete the state application to includeall current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted norreviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Thequality of the application if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Thequality of the application presented (completeness and accuracy as well as grammarand spelling) will be considered prior to the offer of an interview. A criminal record checkwill be conducted prior to an offer of employment. Applications will be accepted until 11 : 59 p.m. on the state closing date.

Veteran Preference Statement :

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

Careers at DPH :

Work that makes a difference!

Embracing Service, Inspiring Innovation, Promoting Teamwork, Pursuing Excellence, and Advancing Equity

Provides therapeutic nutrition services for clients with high risk and / or complex nutrition-related medical conditions. Develops nutrition care plans for high-risk patient referrals and approves special and metabolic formulas. Participate in quality assurance processes for nutrition services. Provides care coordination to Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) clients in a public health setting.

Utilizing the Nutrition Care Process (NCP), assess and diagnoses the nutritional status of clients with high risk and / or complex nutrition-related medical conditions as referred from Women, Infants and Children (WIC), Maternal Child Health (MCH) programs, and other health care providers. Develops and implements nutrition care plans to include counseling, follow-up, referral, and coordination of care with other health care providers according to practice and program policies. Prioritizes identified client / family needs for those seeking or receiving CYSHCN nutrition services. Approves and administers Special and Metabolic formulas in conjunction with the CYSHCN Nutrition Consultant and Newborn Screening Registered Dietician (RD). Determines eligibility for financial assistance according to the CYSHCN Policy Manual and authorizes services / orders formula for eligible clients as needed / requested. Adheres to all programmatic and practice policies, including those in the Public Health Services Policy Manual and Health Records Policy Manual. Documents care / services per agency policies and procedures. Provides therapeutic nutrition intervention for CYSHCN clients with high-risk and / or complex nutrition related medical conditions according to program policies and procedures. Serves as care coordinator for diverse CYSHCN clients, working with Women, Infants and Children program, nursing, therapists, physicians, schools, social workers, and other relevant providers according to program policies and procedures.

Provides nutrition consultation to the CYSHCN team. Makes referrals for medical, socioeconomic, mental, nursing, and educational needs as identified and appropriate. Maintains knowledge of community resources relevant to the CYSHCN population. Develops and maintains tracking systems for formula caseloads. Orders formula when requested according to program guidelines. Dispenses / delivers formula or arranges for such to clients once received by the vendor and checked for accuracy and documents the delivery per policy. Collects, documents on, and routes packing slips and invoices timely and per policy. Assists in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of CYSHCN nutrition services and quality assurance processes for nutrition practice. Collects and reports on characteristics of assigned caseload, services provided, and outcomes as requested by supervisor. Participates in program and discipline audits as requested. Participates in staff meetings and shares relevant information with the regional team. Assists with the training and mentoring of new CYSHCN staff.

Completes CYSHCN program an agency required trainings per policy. Maintains clinical competence as required by the Office of Nutrition and participates in ongoing professional development to include continuing education credit and training opportunities. Represents program or region on committee, workgroups, and at community events as assigned. Identifies training needs to supervisor. Participates in Medical Equipment Power Shelter (MEPS) operations as assigned during emergency response events and responds promptly and effectively to client emergencies during public health emergencies and outbreak response efforts. Maintains flexibility, professionalism, and completes other duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State Minimum Requirements :

A master's degree and registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration as a Registered Dietitian or registration eligible. Or a bachelor's degree with professional clinical or public health experience and registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration as a Registered Dietitian.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Agency Additional Requirements :

Must be licensed with the South Carolina Board of Dietetic Registration or eligible for SC license. Requires the ability to lift and carry 30 lbs.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

Preferred Qualifications

Registered Dietitian (RD) with a master's degree in nutrition, food and nutrition, community nutrition, dietetics, public health or related field and at least two (2) years of experience in clinical dietetics or as a nutritionist in a public health or community setting providing clinical services. Experience in clinical dietetics in a health care facility or in a public health organization providing clinical services to medically complex high-risk clients.

Additional Comments

DRIVING RECORD : If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

STATE DISASTER PLAN :

In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION :

Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS : All new employees who are healthcare providers with job-specific exposure risk are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, varicella, and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.

EEO :

The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes :

15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year

15 days Sick Leave per year

13 Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click for additional information.

S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available

Retirement benefit choices

State Retirement Plan

State Optional Retirement Program

• Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

HYBRID WORK :

The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note :

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. The application and not an attached resume will be reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

Yes

No

02

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

Yes

No

03

If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

Yes

No

04

How did you hear about this position?

State NeoGov website (jobs.sc.gov)

LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook

Employee Referral / Agency Recruiter

College Job Board

Job Fair

External Job Board (SC Works, Indeed, Association)

Other

05

Are you a Registered Dietitian (RD)?

Yes

No

06

If you answered yes to question six (6) please choose the level of credentialing below :

A Registered Dietitian (RD) with a master's degree in nutrition, community nutrition, dietetic, public health or related field

A Registered Dietitian (RD) with a bachelor's degree in nutrition, community nutrition, dietetic or related field and two (2) years' experience in clinical dietetics or as a nutritionist in a public health or community setting providing clinical service.

Neither

07

Are you able to lift 30 pounds and stand periodically?

Yes

No

08

If selected, would you be willing to accept an offer within the hiring range of $60,700 - $67,000?

Yes

No

09

Are you a current or former South Carolina Department of Public Health (SCDPH) employee?

Yes

No

Required Question