Nutrition Assistant

Community Progress Council Inc•York, PA

9d•$18 - $24•Hybrid

About The Position

Community Progress Council is seeking a compassionate and motivated Nutrition Assistant to support our WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Program. In this role, you will provide nutrition education, conduct participant appointments, assist with eligibility determination, and connect families to valuable health and community resources. Based primarily in York City, this position may also provide coverage at other WIC clinics throughout York County as needed. If you are passionate about public health and making a difference in the lives of women, infants, and children, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Candidates with at least six months of relevant experience in nutrition or those who have successfully completed an approved college-level course in nutrition or dietetics will be given preference.
Must be able to travel to satellite clinic locations as needed.
Reliable transportation is required for travel throughout York County.
Demonstrated ability to respond positively to change and perform additional tasks as assigned.
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and communities.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred
Prior experience working with the WIC program is desirable.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred but not required to effectively serve a diverse participant population.

Responsibilities

Deliver personalized nutrition counseling and provide comprehensive information on available health services to support participant well-being.
Ensure full compliance with local agency standards for documenting nutrition education services in participant records.
Actively promote and support breastfeeding initiatives among WIC participants, fostering a positive and informed environment.
Conduct anthropometric and hematological assessments following required training and accurately evaluate collected data.
Assess applicant eligibility in accordance with state and federal regulations, maintaining integrity and consistency in program access.
Travel to satellite clinic locations to perform nutritionist assistant duties, ensuring consistent service delivery across sites.
Engage in team meetings and participate in continuing education opportunities relevant to assigned responsibilities.
Perform additional duties as assigned, contributing to the overall success and adaptability of the program.
Successful completion of all required background checks, physical, and TB test.
Regular and timely attendance is essential.
Consistently demonstrate and uphold the values and mission of CPC in all professional interactions and responsibilities.
Effectively engage with individuals from diverse backgrounds, abilities, perspectives, and experiences, fostering an inclusive and respectful environment.
Establish strong rapport and maintain positive, productive relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, and community members.
Apply critical thinking and informed judgment to make effective decisions, leveraging past experiences to navigate new challenges.
Set clear goals, define actionable tasks, manage timelines, and contribute meaningfully to team meetings and collaborative efforts.
Strive to exceed performance expectations and deliver high-quality outcomes that create value for stakeholders and the organization.