Nutritionist Associate
About The Position
The Nutritionist Associate independently determines nutrition eligibility of applicants/clients within program guidelines and independently prescribes appropriate food packages. Assesses nutritional status/eligibility for program services by Nutrition Assessment using VENA technique process/food frequency history, assessing growth patterns, weight patterns, biochemical values and medical history. Independently sets dietary goals based on assessment. Provides patient counseling specific to the individual’s nutritional needs. Makes referrals for high-risk counseling with Nutritionist when appropriate. This is a restricted position which is solely funded by Federal WIC Funds. The availability of funding is scheduled for review annually on 09/30/26 and periodically thereafter. Employment is contingent on the continued availability of grant or non-general funds.
Requirements
- Basic knowledge of nutrition and nutritional standards
- Ability to conduct interviews and collect information
- Ability to interpret, document, calculate, and compile routine data
- Experience providing patient education and/or communicating information to individuals
- Good communication skills, verbally and in writing, to interact with a variety of patients, peers, and supervisors
- Ability to work effectively individually and as a team member
- Experience multi-tasking and prioritizing workloads
- Skills using computer systems
Nice To Haves
- Training, job experience, or coursework in Nutrition, Dietetics, food services, or a related area
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- Experience obtaining blood samples/finger sticks, and taking heights and weights of individuals
Responsibilities
- Independently determines nutrition eligibility of applicants/clients within program guidelines.
- Independently prescribes appropriate food packages.
- Assesses nutritional status/eligibility for program services using Nutrition Assessment, VENA technique, food frequency history, growth patterns, weight patterns, biochemical values, and medical history.
- Independently sets dietary goals based on assessment.
- Provides patient counseling specific to the individual’s nutritional needs.
- Makes referrals for high-risk counseling with Nutritionist when appropriate.
Benefits
- Pay Band: 2
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
