Nutrition Education Specialist

Valle del Sol•Phoenix, AZ

1d•$21 - $21•Hybrid

About The Position

The Nutrition Education Specialist (NES) assists patients with access to Community Health Nutrition Programs (CHNP) including the Women Infants & Children (WIC) program, nutritional/breastfeeding counseling, education and training, determines patient eligibility for program services, assesses patients’ nutrition, breastfeeding and health-related needs, and provides services according to Valle Del Sol’s policies and procedures under basic supervision. Assists WIC patients with information and services for a variety of Community Health Nutrition Programs (CHNP) including the Federal Women Infants & Children (WIC) program, Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) and other nutritional/breastfeeding counseling programs and support services and perform duties within scope of authority and training and in compliance with the Community Health Center’s policies. Interviews patients, documents income status and current living conditions, and determines eligibility for WIC services. Evaluate patients’ nutrition/breastfeeding and health-related needs, discusses and documents patients’ eating habits, health history, and current medical condition, and works with patients to develop personal goals and a nutrition/breastfeeding care plan. Counsels and educates patients on proper nutrition/breastfeeding practices, provide educational material and personalized information on CHNP and Valle del Sol programs, and refers patients to other providers as needed. Measures height/weight and hemoglobin (blood) testing. Assists patients with accessing other health care professionals, regional agencies, and community services programs. Mains patients’ case file records & collects, compiles, and reports data on program participation. Assists with community outreach programs and special projects as assigned. Mains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, patients’ records, and restricted County information. Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

18 years of age or older
High School Diploma/GED & no experience
Diet Tech Registered (DTR) or Bachelor’s Degree and no experience
Bachelor’s Degree with WIC experience
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and familiar with Electronic Health Records systems
Able to provide culturally sensitive services
Must have or be able to obtain a valid Fingerprint Clearance Card
Possess reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and proof of auto insurance
Basic Life Support trained or the ability to be trained within 10 business days from hire date
TB Screening Record and PPD/QuantiFERON/Chest x-ray upon hire (as applicable)
Vaccinations/Titer’s Test/Declination Form: Flu, Hep B, MMR, Tdap, Varicella
Covid 19 Vaccination or Qualified Exemption (Religious or Medical)
Employees must maintain compliance with all Valle del Sol policies and applicable regulatory requirements, which may include: Licensure, certification, credentialing, and/or privileging requirements applicable to the position. Required immunizations and occupational health clearances. Tuberculosis (TB) testing and Hepatitis B screening or declination, when applicable. Arizona Level I Fingerprint Clearance Card when required by law or program. Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record when operating a vehicle for company business. Completion and maintenance of required training, certifications, and continuing education.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Responsibilities

Assists WIC patients with information and services for a variety of Community Health Nutrition Programs (CHNP) including the Federal Women Infants & Children (WIC) program, Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) and other nutritional/breastfeeding counseling programs and support services and perform duties within scope of authority and training and in compliance with the Community Health Center’s policies.
Interviews patients, documents income status and current living conditions, and determines eligibility for WIC services.
Evaluate patients’ nutrition/breastfeeding and health-related needs, discusses and documents patients’ eating habits, health history, and current medical condition, and works with patients to develop personal goals and a nutrition/breastfeeding care plan.
Counsels and educates patients on proper nutrition/breastfeeding practices, provide educational material and personalized information on CHNP and Valle del Sol programs, and refers patients to other providers as needed.
Measures height/weight and hemoglobin (blood) testing.
Assists patients with accessing other health care professionals, regional agencies, and community services programs.
Maintains patients’ case file records & collects, compiles, and reports data on program participation.
Assists with community outreach programs and special projects as assigned.
Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, patients’ records, and restricted County information.
Performs other related duties as required.