Nutrition Assistant

Multnomah County • Gresham, OR

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nutrition Assistant works in Multnomah County Health Department’s Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program, which provides nutrition education, breastfeeding support, health and diet screening, growth and development monitoring, referrals, and healthy food benefits to eligible families. WIC serves families across diverse cultures, languages, backgrounds, and abilities, with the goal of supporting health and wellness and reducing health disparities.

The Nutrition Assistant completes the WIC certification process by providing health screenings, nutrition education and counseling, and lactation support. The role also includes community referrals, connecting participants with local resources, and facilitating group classes. Services are delivered using participant-centered, culturally sensitive communication to create an inclusive and respectful environment.

This is a represented, non-exempt position eligible for overtime. The regular position is based at Multnomah County WIC’s East and AVIVA Clinics. Scheduled hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; workdays and location are determined by business needs. The recruitment’s eligible list may also be used to fill regular full- or part-time, temporary, and limited-duration Nutrition Assistant assignments.

Requirements

• Education or training equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
• One year of experience dealing with the public in a health-related field.
• BLS CPR Certification within 60 days of hire.
• Submit an online application, a resume demonstrating minimum qualifications, and a cover letter addressing qualifications and interest in the position.

Nice To Haves

• Additional college-level coursework in nutrition education.
• Advanced knowledge of diverse customs and social experiences to promote a respectful, inclusive environment.
• Ability to maintain a safe and healthful workplace.

Responsibilities

• Perform anthropometric measurements, including weights and heights or lengths, and conduct hemoglobin, health, and diet screening and assessment.
• Determine nutrition risks and program eligibility, assign food benefits, and accurately and clearly document services.
• Provide program orientation and information, answer questions, and review materials and resources in conjunction with in-person or telephone/video conversations.
• Provide nutrition-focused counseling based on participant health and nutrition assessments, Oregon State WIC and USDA guidelines, and other approved sources.
• Use technology tools to support clinic work, including computer-based texting, spreadsheets, reports, and other technology.
• Facilitate group classes using approved lesson plans in person and on virtual platforms.
• Refer participants to community programs and health and social services.
• Provide basic breastfeeding information and support; issue breast pumps and provide pump education or demonstrations as appropriate.
• Participate in team and agency meetings.
• Support public service during emergencies; employees may be reassigned to emergency response roles to meet community needs.

Benefits

• Employer-funded retirement savings.
• Health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents.
• Paid parental leave.
• Wellness programs.
• Focus on work-life balance.
• Overtime eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED