Nutrition Assistant - Native American Culture - Open Until Filled



Job Details

Nutrition Assistant - Native American Culture - Open Until Filled
Employer

Multnomah County-DONOT USE THIS AGENCY_JEY EREFERENCE

Salary

$19.19 - $23.52 Hourly

Location

Various Locations, OR

Job Type

On Call

Job Number

6342-17

Department

Health Department

Division

Public Health

Opening Date

03/14/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

Overview

THIS WORK MATTERS!

This is an on-call position that will work up to 20 hours per week.


WIC is a program focusing on nutrition education, breastfeeding support, health and diet screening, growth monitoring, and program referrals as well as providing monthly food benefits for pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants and children up to 5 years of age.  WIC serves families from many different cultural and ethnic traditions, languages, backgrounds and abilities.  It is designed to promote positive health outcomes, strengthen life course nutrition and health, and reduce health disparities in the populations we serve.

As the WIC Nutrition Assistant you will:

  • Complete the WIC Certification process which includes enrollment, health screening, growth monitoring, diet screening, nutrition focused counseling, goal setting, food benefit issuance, and follow up planning
  • Promote breastfeeding and provide education and support around lactation
  • Facilitate group classes, help connect participants with programs and services in the community, and participate in community outreach activities
All services are provided using participant centered communication skills in a culturally competent manner.  This position allows us to serve our Native American families in a more culturally specific and culturally appropriate manner.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.   

To Qualify

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One year of experience dealing with the public in a health-related field preferred
  • Experience with Native American communities
Licenses/Certificates: CPR certification is required.

Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
  • Associate's degree in Nutrition, Public Health, Child Development or Health Education
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

Screening and Evaluation

The Application Packet:
1.      A completed online application.
2.      Responses to the supplemental questions
 
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

  • Initial review of minimum qualifications
  • Supplemental question review
  • Phone screen
  • Oral exam
  • Consideration of top candidates
  • Language assessment (if applicable)
  • Background, reference, and education checks
Veterans' Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans' preference for this recruitment. Review our veterans' preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply. The recruiter as listed on the job announcement must receive all required documentation by the closing date of the recruitment.
 
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
 
Note: Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Additional Information

Type of Position: This hourly non-represented position is eligible for overtime
 
Veterans' Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans' preference for this recruitment. Review our veterans' preference website for details about eligibility and how to apply.
 
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
 
Questions?
Keri Caffreys, SHRM-SCP, Recruiter
Health Department
421 SW Oak St, Rm 210, Portland, OR 97204
Keri.caffreys@multco.us

Benefits help you manage now -- and plan ahead

We offer a comprehensive array of benefits in support of your physical, emotional and financial well-being. Family members, including eligible spouses, domestic partners and children, are covered under most of our benefits programs. Benefits vary depending on position and full-time or part-time status.Health insurance (medical, vision, Rx and dental):

  • We cover most of the cost of health care premiums for our full-time employees; part-time employees have a larger share of the cost
  • Select from several plan options offering flexibility when choosing a doctor, dentist or hospital
  • Most plans include alternative care, complementary care, vision and hearing
Retiree coverage:
Continued health insurance for eligible employees upon retirement

Paid leave:
  • Vacation: Typically new employees receive 12 vacation days a year; amount varies based on position and increases with years of service
  • Holidays: A generous number of holidays per year; varies by position
  • Sick leave: 12 days of sick leave per year (for full-time) with no maximum accrual
  • Paid parental leave: Eligible employees receive six weeks of paid parental leave
  • Other leaves: Judicial leave, military leave, bereavement leave
Retirement pension:
  • Qualify for a defined benefit pension after five years of vesting
  • We pick up the employee's share of the retirement contribution (6% of subject wages)
  • See the PERS website for more information: www.pers.state.or.us
Deferred compensation:
  • Employees may participate in a 457(b) deferred compensation plan, similar to a 401(k), through convenient payroll deductions
  • Both pre-tax and post-tax (Roth) plan options are available
Life insurance:
  • We provide life insurance at no cost to employees
  • Employee may purchase additional insurance at discounted group rates
Disability and long-term care insurance:
  • Employees are automatically enrolled in a county-paid long-term disability program
  • We offer short-term disability coverage
  • Employees in many positions can purchase long-term care insurance at discounted group rates
Flexible spending accounts:
  • Option to set aside pre-tax money to cover eligible health and dependent child care expenses.
Flexible work schedules:
Depending on assignment, we offer a variety of flexible work schedules to meet employee needs.

Bus pass program:
All regular employees have access to free public transportation throughout the Portland metropolitan area, including TriMet, MAX, Portland Streetcar and C-TRAN local routes.

Wellness program:
We offer a comprehensive wellness program to support, connect, and encourage employees who are actively developing the personal habits necessary to thrive. Some highlights:
  • Health club discounts and on-site fitness centers
  • Option to receive individualized health coaching and assessment tools through health providers
  • Encouragement and resources to help you make healthy lifestyle choices
  • Employee-led wellness campaigns and challenges to continuously improve our culture of healthy behaviors
Disclaimer:
This is a general description of the benefits offered through employment with Multnomah County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. In the event of any incorrect information, applicable laws, rules, collective bargaining agreements or official plan documents will prevail.

For more information:
Multnomah County Benefits Office

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INFORMATION ONLY: For supplemental questions listed below, please be sure to answer all questions in detail, identify techniques used to resolve issues and use specific examples demonstrating any experience, training, systems and programs used in any paid and unpaid positions. Please do not list see resume or submit vague answers. I read and understand these instructions.
  • Yes
  • No
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Describe your experience with the Native American community, including your knowledge of traditions, values and customs of the community.

* Required Question

Employer
Multnomah County-DONOT USE THIS AGENCY_JEY EREFERENCE
Address
501 SE Hawthorne Blvd.

Portland, Oregon, 97214
Phone
503.988.5015

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