Job Information
Allen County Public Health Department Certifying Health Professional 2 in Lima, Ohio
Allen County WIC Program
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Full-time: 37.5 hours a week. Monday through Friday 8am to 4:30pm.
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Certifying Health Professional 2
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Pay Range L ($24.35-$29.71)
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*Immediate Supervisor: * Allen County WIC Director
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Job Responsibilities:
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Under direction of the Allen County WIC Director, the Certifying Health Professional 2 performs a variety of nutrition and breastfeeding related functions, including nutrition and breastfeeding assessment, counseling, certification and benefits issuance for WIC participants. Assist with WIC program planning, provision, evaluation and outreach. Provides services in compliance with applicable program standards, state laws and rules, and Board of Health adopted policies and regulations. Represents program at community programs and with other community, state, and regulating agencies to conduct routine business. This position is grant funded.
Qualifications:
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- Must be an Ohio Licensed Dietitian (LD), Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN); additional certification as a Certified Lactation Consultant (CLC) or Certified lactation Specialist (CLS) or IBCLC preferred.
- Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in the State of Ohio may be considered.
- Experience in maternal and child nutrition including breastfeeding education, and literacy and language skills appropriate to address the needs of diverse participants preferred.
- A minimum of 1-year experience working with WIC or public health preferred.
- Must possess & maintain a valid & unrestricted registration/license as appropriate.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record and proof of auto liability insurance coverage required.
Allen County Public Health is EEOE.
To Apply: If interested submit resume to Human Resources, Allen County Public Health OR submit your resume to trent.wise@jfs.ohio.gov
