Nutritionist II
State of DelawareDover, Delaware, United States
Posted December 23, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
The Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) improves the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations.
Job Description
The Nutritionist II position is responsible for certifying clients for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) in Sussex County, providing nutrition education and assessments, promoting healthy lifestyles, and serving as a lead who assists in hiring, training, education, and troubleshooting clinic issues.
Requirements
- Registered as a Dietitian/Nutritionist from the American Dietetic Association
- Consults with physicians and health care personnel to assess and determine nutritional needs, menus, and diet restrictions of individuals
- Develops, implements, and evaluates nutritional care plans for regular and modified diets based on assessments of nutritional needs, diet restrictions, and other current health plans
- Provides technical assistance, guidance, and direction to food service personnel, health care professionals, agencies, community organizations, and the public regarding current nutritional issues, problems affecting an individual's food habits, prescribed diets, and/or food service, presentation, and preparation
- May oversee the work of support staff
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Visa Sponsorship
- Four Day Work Week
- Generous Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Relocation Assistance
