Registered Dietician/Nutritionist



Registered Dietician/Nutritionist

Salary

$3,406.00 - $4,769.00 Monthly

Location

Ste. 212 San Antonio, TX

Job Type

Full-time Regular

Job Number

2024-01116

Department

Preventive Health and Environmental Services

Division

AgriLife

Opening Date

04/16/2024

Closing Date

12/31/2024 11:59 PM Central

Summary

Under general supervision, is responsible for coordinating programs that focus on weight loss and management that may help aid individuals with diabetes and/or high blood pressure to better manage these chronic diseases and delay the onset of related complications.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Identifies, recruits, schedules, and educates program participants about specified chronic diseases, disease management, and lifestyle modification to delay onset of related complications.
  • Uses approved curricula and identifies teaching strategies that promote healthy behaviors among program participants.
  • Creates effective learner-centered environments for adult and/or youth education programs.
  • Facilitates and collects pre- and post- program surveys to evaluate and interpret program efficacy.
  • Organizes community events that promote healthy behaviors.
  • Recruits and engages volunteers to strengthen programming efforts.
  • Coordinates with local health promotion agencies and organizations to expand the delivery of programs targeted towards diet-related chronic diseases.
  • Coordinates with County Extension Agent-Family and Community Health to establish program area committee, coalitions, and taskforces that support various health initiatives.
  • Provides subject matter expertise and technical assistance to agents, educators, regional program leaders, and volunteers in the area of diet-related chronic disease management within the designated region as requested.
  • Develops and follows detailed, annual program plans.
  • Completes required weekly, monthly, and annual program reports and summaries.
  • Participates in professional development training activities.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in applicable field, or closely related field and two (2) years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credentials required.
  • Strong skill in communicating effectively with all audiences in assigned county, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law and will strive to achieve full and equal employment opportunity throughout Texas A&M AgriLife. 
  • Ability to analyze the conditions and needs of participants and make recommendations; ability to relate to target audience in order to convey key educational messages; ability to read, write, and speak the appropriate language of program participants and effectively facilitate educational sessions; ability to develop partnerships; ability to work effectively as a team member and individually; ability to respond positively to supervision; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with adults, youth, volunteers, co-workers, outside agencies and organizations. 
  • Must have a valid driver's license and motor vehicle liability insurance, personal injury protection insurance and a personal vehicle. 
  • Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance.
  • Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test. 
  • May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek.
Preferred: 
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish
Working Environment and Physical Demands: 
  • Constantly working in indoor conditions; classroom environment. 
  • Work environment involves exposure to outdoor activities. 
  • Occasionally moves items up to 30 pounds. 
  • Occasionally moves about the classroom/office. 
  • Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information. 
  • Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery. 
  • Positions self to perform essential functions. 
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position.

Supplemental Information

Workstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply online at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am – 5pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: 210-335-2545.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.
We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by Bexar County:

https://www.bexar.org/1368/Employee-Benefits

NOTE:  Part-Time and Temporary positions are not eligible for Bexar County Benefits.

01
Which best describes your highest level of education completed?
  • High School Diploma or G.E.D
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • None
02
What best describes the field in which you have obtained your degree?
  • Dietician/Nutritionist
  • Other
  • None
03
Which best describes your years of Dietician/Nutritionist experience?
  • No Experience
  • 1 Year Experience
  • 2 Years Experience
  • 3 Years Experience
  • 4 Years Experience
  • 5 Years Experience
  • 6 Years Experience
  • 7 Years Experience
  • 8 Years or More
04
Do you have a Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credentials?
  • Yes
  • No
05
Do you have a valid driver's license and motor vehicle liability insurance, personal injury protection insurance and a personal vehicle?
  • Yes
  • No
06
Are you able to secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance?
  • Yes
  • No
07
Are you able to clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test?
  • Yes
  • No
08
Are you able to work more than 40 hours during the work week?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Employer
Bexar County
Address
211 S. Flores Street

San Antonio, Texas, 78204