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Overview

The Vermont Department of Health; St. Albans District Office is looking for an energetic person to provide outreach, eligibility determination, clinical services, health and nutrition education to a large caseload of individuals enrolled in the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) supplemental nutrition program.

Much of the Public Health Nutritionists time is spent providing nutritional counseling and breastfeeding support to individuals enrolled in the WIC supplemental nutrition program. Currently this is being done over the phone, but services will also be provided in-person at our St Albans WIC clinic and other community settings in the future. Comfort using motivational interviewing in a culturally competent way is a plus. A person who is successful in this position will enjoy working with prenatal and postpartum women as well as children under the age of five. Expect to meet with nutritionally high-risk clients who will require the development of follow up plans. The position includes community outreach, education and partnership with others involved with maternal and child health populations.

We are always trying to improve our services to clients and appreciate an innovative thinker who has good assessment skills. This position would, with our team of nutritionists, perform outcomes-based planning and assess the effectiveness of nutrition interventions through our Nutrition Services Plan. We value employees who embrace change and enjoy participating in a variety of activities in collaboration with other staff to meet our public health mission. All staff members are trained to respond to public health emergencies that affect the health of the community.

We are a motivated and hardworking office that is community-minded and customer-focused.We are looking for someone who is a good listener, systems thinker, solution focused and a clear communicator.

DIVISION OF LOCAL HEALTH WHO WE ARE:

The Division of Local Healths vision and mission is 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 and healthy communities.To this end, the Division of Local Health is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming environment that respects and celebrates every persons strength, assets, and values.The Division of Local Health is committed to leading organizational change efforts that address avoidable inequities and injustices as we work towards the elimination of health and health care disparities.

TELEWORK\ The Department of Health supports a hybrid work environment. Upon hire, employees work with their supervisor to create a schedule that aligns with the business needs of the unit. We believe a hybrid work environment promotes autonomy and allows for increased flexibility and greater work/life balance.\ \ MISSION- 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.

VISION- All people and communities in Vermont have equitable opportunities to achieve their highest level of health and well-being.

VALUES

Equity: We aim to center health justice and address racism and all forms of oppression in our programs and policies, our approach to collaboration, and how we build and nurture our workforce.

Collaboration: We engage with staff and partners to understand complex problems and design responsive solutions.

Inclusion: We support a culture of belonging and diversity where people are valued, trusted, and able to be their authentic selves.

Harmony: We endorse a balanced, thoughtful, and intentional work environment that allows employees to care for themselves, their families, and the people they serve.

Data: We strive for scientific excellence and cultural responsiveness in the collection, analysis, sharing and use of data.

Environmental Factors

Duties primarily performed in public health organization setting or in outlying service sites.

Travel to outlying sites will require a drivers license. Private means of transportation may be required.

Occasional travel to statewide trainings required. Potential travel in difficult weather conditions.

There is considerable interaction with staff, clients and the general public. At times of public health emergencies (floods, infectious disease outbreaks, etc.) individuals ma