About this role
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approval based on Cook County Health (CCH) policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors, including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at CCH. For positions represented by a labor Union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the end rules in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Job Title Department
Nutritionist I Cook County Health
- Conducts initial and periodic assessments as the certifying health professional of WIC clients for dietary case management based on established measures of health and nutritional intake.
- Provides individual dietary counseling for clients in the WIC program, with special focus on those at risk.
- Develops individual care plans for participants based on WIC priority and monitors progress toward outcomes.
- Provides referrals to other agency or community health and social services as needed.
- Conducts group nutrition education sessions to WIC program participants as per established policies and procedures.
- Maintains records of assessment and counseling in accordance with the Illinois Department of Human Services Cornerstone requirements and WIC program standards.
- Participates in Case Management program through activation of eligible clients, assessment of WIC risk factors, and referral.
- Functions as part of the site team and shares responsibility for assuring adherence to all WIC program standards and schedules for enrollment certifications, participation and food instrument distribution.
- Assures the security of the WIC cornerstone system and food instruments and reports any suspected misuse or breach in system security or confidentiality.
- Assists in the collection of routine and special data and prepares reports as assigned.
- Oversees WIC site operations and directs clinic staff as the on-site professional.
- Participates in emergency preparedness activities and exercises as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Licensed in the State of Illinois as a Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (MUST PROVIDE PROOF AT TIME OF THE INTERVIEW)
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in nutrition science, dietetics, community nutrition, or public health nutrition (MUST PROVIDE OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS AT TIME OF THE INTERVIEW)
Must possess a valid driver’s license and insured vehicle or otherwise provide an acceptable and reliable means of transportation (MUST PROVIDE PROOF AT TIME OF THE INTERVIEW)
Preferred Qualifications
- Three (3) years of experience in dietetic practice
- Registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration for the American Dietetic Association as a Registered Dietitian
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
• Knowledge of nutrition practices with emphasis on maternal/child health including but not limited to infant feeding, child growth and development, prenatal, and post-partum.
• Fundamental knowledge of the principles of public health including: maternal and child health, epidemiology of communicable and chronic diseases, considerable knowledge of relevant social, cultural and economic forces and group relationships, and disease prevention/health promotion strategies to protect the health of individuals and the community.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with the public and agency staff
Physical and Environmental Demands
This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for
adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited
to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment
requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering
and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide
policy and departmental procedures.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being
performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as
an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.
For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, “Typical Duties” are essential job functions
When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service
To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:
- Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
- Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, “Are you a Military Veteran?”
- Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable
A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver’s License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference
VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER’S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.
MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.
BENEFITS PACKAGE
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Basic Term Life Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Deferred Compensation Program
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
- You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
- 100%25 Tuition Reimbursement for nursing-related programs
For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
Degrees awarded outside the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.
Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.
*CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.
COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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About Cook County
Welcome to Cook County, IL, the second-most populous county in America with more than 5 million residents. We have long been a global beacon of opportunity and progress, driving ways to grow with our diverse residents, businesses, organizations, and universities.
Led by Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, we take pride in running an open, honest, and efficient government that provides high-quality services to our dynamic center for culture, industry, and travel.
HOW WE WORK FOR COOK COUNTY
Our mission is driven by the Policy Roadmap, a five-year comprehensive policy which aims to foster safe, thriving, and healthy communities through six policy priorities:
• Promoting healthy families through access to community-based healthcare and other public health services;
• Promoting equitable economic and community development;
• Supporting the criminal justice system and the administration of court services;
• Ensuring that Cook County provides responsive, transparent services and develops a thriving workforce that reflects the communities served;
• Providing an innovative infrastructure that will change how we live, work and connect; and
• Supporting healthy, resilient communities that thrive economically, socially, and environmentally.
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES:
• Fiscal Responsibility
• Innovative Leadership
• Transparency & Accountability
• Improved Services
What you'll do
- The Nutritionist I provides individual nutrition counseling and group education in the WIC program, overseeing site operations and directing clinic staff. They conduct assessments, develop care plans, and ensure adherence to program standards.
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