Nutrition Assistant

OSAGE NATION•Tulsa, OK

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides support and assistance to eligible applicants/participants by performing nutrition activities related to nutritional risk factors, including selecting and providing basic and/or customized supplemental food packages to participants while providing individualized nutrition education based on the assessment of health and nutrition information obtained. In addition, performs applicant/participant eligibility and certification; provide explanation of the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program, its benefits, and basic nutrition education to participants; and enters and retrieves participation information in an automated information system.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Cross-training required to ensure the integrity of the WIC program.
At least two years’ experience in related field, preferred
Must obtain or remain compliant on nutrition or para-professional training curriculum
Must obtain or remain compliant on blood pathology training
Must be able to maintain a heavy caseload
Must be able to lift 15 pounds
Must be able to prioritize day-to-day operations
Requires traveling to various WIC sites
Must be a highly self-motivated individual
Must maintain confidential records and data
Must provide superior customer service
Must maintain a professional attitude and appearance that positively represents the Nation
Requires a high level of personal integrity and ethics
Requires a high level of problem-solving skills
Requires willingness and ability to learn new skills, including travel to conferences and training sessions
Requires ability to use Microsoft Office Suite programs
Requires good interpersonal communication and team work skills
Must be able to pass a criminal background check
Must be able to pass drug/alcohol testing
Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record – will be required to drive GSA or tribal vehicles