Nutritionist IV



Job Details

Nutritionist IV
Employer

State of South Carolina

Salary

$39,960.00 - $73,935.00 Annually

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

72779

Department

Department of Mental Health-Inpatient Services-Psychiatric Hospitals/Programs and Nursing Homes

Opening Date

12/31/2017

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

n/a

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Job Responsibilities

The Department of Mental Health is a drug-free workplace. All candidates will be required to pass a mandatory pre-employment drug test.

This position is located within the Division of Inpatient Services' "Nutritional Services"

Under limited supervision, the Nutritionist IV plans, implements, and evaluates nutrition services for a designated area. Assesses the nutritional status of individuals of the designated population. Serves as liaison for Food and Nutrition Services. Serves as a member of the healthcare team.

 

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State Requirements: A bachelor's degree in nutrition, dietetics or community nutrition and experience in a clinical, public health or institutional setting; or a bachelor's degree in any field and registration by the American Dietetic Association and experience in a clinical, public health or institutional setting.
 

Preferred Qualifications

Agency Preferred: A master's degree in public health nutrition, community nutrition, dietetics or nutrition with 3 years' experience in a related field or a bachelor's degree in nutrition dietetics or community nutrition and experience in a clinical public health or institutional setting or 4 years' experience in a related field. 

Must be a Registered Dietitian and have current status as a Registered Dietitian (RD) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and be licensed as an RD in South Carolina (LD)

 

Additional Comments

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the employment application. The employment application will be considered incomplete and not forwarded.

If the position that you are applying for requires a college degree, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript for the highest level of education you have completed upon job offer.  Failure to produce an official transcript may result in termination.
 
 
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense (other than in a Juvenile Court), you MUST list this information (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record.) This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and WILL BE grounds for termination, if hired. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have charges on your record that appear without a court disposition (result) you may be asked to provide that information if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application. 


 

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Benefits for State Employees

State Employees may be eligible for a variety of benefits associated with their employment. From a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, to generous annual and sick leave policies, to a solid and secure retirement system, the State of South Carolina offers a competitive benefits program for state employees. To learn more about the benefits of state employment, please explore the links below:

Healthcare Benefits
The State offers its employees comprehensive health insurance, along with a variety of supplemental insurance programs including dental, vision, life, long-term disability, and health savings accounts. South Carolina has long been committed to providing its employees the best insurance benefits at the greatest possible value. We've maintained that commitment, too, even in the face of healthcare costs that continue to soar.


Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered a generous retirement program with options that can be tailored to meet employees' needs. South Carolina offers a traditional pension program, as well as deferred compensation options that give employees more control over their retirement investments. These programs are designed to help provide state employees secure retirement alternatives that will best meet their needs.

Workplace Benefits
In addition, state employees may be eligible for other benefits, such as tuition assistance; holidays, annual leave, and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and
more. Check out the link above to see a summary of the other benefits that are available to state employees.

Note: The above benefits are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or none of these benefits based on the benefits associated with each position. For these positions, please contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available for the particular position.

Updated

01
Are you willing to take a mandatory pre-employment drug test?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Are you on the Registry of Convicted Sex Offenders?
  • Yes
  • No
03
If you answered yes to being on the Registry of Convicted Sex Offenders, please explain.
04
Do you have a master's degree in public health, community nutrition, dietetics, or nutrition with 3 years' experience in a related field or a bachelor's degree in nutrition dietetics or community nutrition and 4 years' experience in a related field?
  • Yes
  • No
05
Do you have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing?
  • Yes
  • No
06
Are you a Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics?
  • Yes
  • No
07
Are you licensed as a Registered Dietitian in South Carolina?
  • Yes
  • No
08
Do you have experience assessing the nutritional status of individuals?
  • Yes
  • No
09
Do you have experience evaluating anthropometric measurements, biochemical tests, clinical, dietary, economic and social data?
  • Yes
  • No
10
Do you have experience using an Electronic Medical Record?
  • Yes
  • No
11
Do you have active ServSafe certification?
  • Yes
  • No
12
Do you have experience with Computrition Hospitality Suite Nutrition Care Management applications
  • Yes
  • No
13
Have you ever been convicted of criminal domestic violence or have a conviction other than a minor traffic violation (to include Fraudulent Check, DUI, etc.)?
  • Yes
  • No
14
If you answered yes to the above question, please give offense, date and disposition
15
Are you currently employed with or ever worked for the State of South Carolina?
  • Yes
  • No
16
If you are currently employed or ever worked for the State of South Carolina, please list the agency you were employed at and the dates of employment.
17
Have you reviewed the work history section of your application to ensure that there are no visible gaps of employment on your application?
  • Yes
  • No
18
Supplemental questions are considered a part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. All current and previous work history and education must be up to date at the time your application is submitted. Please note that a resume will not be accepted in place of your application's work history section nor will it be reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
  • Yes
  • No
19
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense (other than in a Juvenile Court), you MUST list this information (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record.) This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and WILL BE grounds for termination, if hired. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have charges on your record that appear without a court disposition (result) you may be asked to provide that information if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application.
  • Yes
  • No

* Required Question

Employer
State of South Carolina
Address
O'Fallon Sta Dr
O'Fallon
O' Fallon, Missouri, 63366
Phone
(803) 896-5300
(803) 896-5308

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.

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