Dietitian/Nutritionist
State of Michigan
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Nutritionist (Health & Wellness Department)
City of Detroit
Dept of Health & Wellness
Location
Detroit, Michigan, 48226
Salary
From $44,075
per year
Type
Full Time
More Healthcare & Medical jobs →Closes
March 8, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves helping families through the WIC program by assessing nutritional needs, providing one-on-one education, and connecting people to health resources in Detroit's Health and Wellness Department.
It requires handling paperwork, outreach, and emergency responses while managing a busy caseload.
A good fit would be someone organized and empathetic with a background in nutrition who enjoys community health work.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Food and Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health Nutrition, or Community Nutrition; or Dietetic Technician
- One year of experience in dietetics, food science, food preparation, menu planning, and budgeting
- Proficient in computer use, data entry, and software programs
- Strong organizational skills to manage large and complex caseloads
- Effective communication skills, both written and oral
- Ability to interpret data and make program recommendations
- Availability for emergency preparedness and public health response duties
Full Job Description
HEALTH AND WELNESS DEPARTMENT
NUTRITIONIST
Provide WIC services and perform certification procedures in accordance with MDCH WIC Division policies and procedures. Perform WIC certifications and recertification.
Provide individual nutrition education to WIC participants. Refer high risk participants to the Registered Dietitian. Make referrals to supportive health services and other agencies as indicated. Engage in outreach activity. Maintain WIC files and required program logs and reports.
Requirements
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (may perform other duties as assigned)Proficient use of computer, data entry and software programsOrganized with the ability to manage large and complex caseloads.Communicates effectively both in writing and orally.Ability to use data sources and interpret information to make recommendations for program success.Responsible for assigned chart audits/reports as assigned by team lead or program manager.Attend required training.Participate in workgroups to address specific health issues.Monitor and maintain clinic supply orders.Participation in Emergency Preparedness exercises is required for this position.Response during a public health emergency event is required for this position, including duties not normally performed.
Qualifications Qualifications (required): Bachelor’s Degree in Food and Nutrition, Dietetics Public Health Nutrition or Community Nutrition; or Dietetic Technician.Preferably a Master’s Degree in nutrition, public health, or a related field.One year of experience in dietetics, food science, food preparation, menu planning, and budgeting.PREFERREDRegistered with the Commission on Dietetics Registration.
Minimum of one year (1) of WIC experience.Equivalency: Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted to meet the education and experience requirements of this position.****RESUME REQUIRED***** Additional Information Evaluation PlanInterview: 70%Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%Additional points may be awarded for:Veteran Points: 0 – 15 pointsDetroit Residency Credit: 15 point
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