Nutrition Assistant - On-Call (Preferred Amharic, Arabic, Dari, or Haitian/Creole Language Skills)

Multnomah County•Portland, OR

9d•$27 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

This Work Matters! This position is open until filled. For best consideration apply early (Initial review will take place on 04/26/2026 and every other week thereafter) As an on-call employee you may work intermittently, less than 20 hours per week. We seek leaders, achievers and doers who bring skill and passion to a challenging and evolving environment. At the Multnomah County Health Department we are all inspired by the mission: We work with communities to advance health equity, protect the most vulnerable, and promote health and wellness for everyone and we uphold the values: Compassion and Care, Empowerment, Racial Equity, Creativity and Integrity. We create a culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse population we serve in our communities. The Women, Infants and Children (WIC ) on-call Nutrition Assistant helps families get enrolled in WIC. Nutrition Assistants receive significant training in WIC services. Topics include nutrition, breastfeeding, health screening and participant centered counseling. The Nutrition Assistant weighs and measures participants and does hemoglobin screenings. They complete a health history and review eating patterns. They discuss children’s growth and development. They work with families to develop a health and nutrition plan and follow-up activities. In this role, you will facilitate group classes, help connect participants with programs and services in the community, and participate in community outreach activities. This position will serve WIC families from many different traditions, cultures and backgrounds.

Requirements

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade
One (1) to four (4) years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position
Ability to obtain BLS/ CPR Certification within 60 days of hire
Must pass a reference check.

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak, write and read fluently in English and one of the following languages: Amharic, Arabic, Dari, Haitian/Creole, Language testing is required.
Previous experience working with WIC eligible families or programs such as OHP, SNAP, TANF
Experience in providing nutrition education using motivational interviewing or participant centered skills
Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experiences 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.

Responsibilities

WIC Participant Certification: Weigh and measure and complete a small finger prick blood screening test for WIC participants. Complete health and diet screening and assessment; assess basic nutrition needs and provide appropriate nutrition focused counseling based on diet, health and lifestyle factors; determine risk factors; assign food benefits; and document all services provided in an electronic chart. This may also include reviewing income and other eligibility requirements. Provide program orientation, information, answer questions, review materials and resources as additional information to in-person or telephone/video conversations
Nutrition Education: Provide appropriate nutrition focused counseling during individual appointments, classes and events based on Oregon State WIC and USDA guidelines and other approved sources; and facilitate group classes using approved lesson plans.
Community Outreach and Referrals: Refer participants to community programs and services such as health, dental, food assistance, education, home visiting, mental health, early intervention, housing, domestic violence, and/ or parenting skills training or needs. May provide WIC outreach and services in the community.
Breastfeeding Promotion, Education and Support: Promote breastfeeding as the usual and best way to feed babies; provide counseling at each prenatal WIC visit; teach group prenatal breastfeeding classes; provide basic breastfeeding information and support; issue breast pumps and provide pump education as appropriate and refer families who need additional support.
Utilize technology tools to support clinic work including computer based texting, using spreadsheets, reports and other technology tools.
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. As a Health Department employee you will create a work culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and in the community. Every employee shares the responsibility for promptly bringing to the County's attention conduct that interferes with providing a work environment free of illegal discrimination and harassment.

Stand Out From the Crowd

Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.

Upload and Match Resume