Nutritionist Associate

DHRM • Staunton, VA

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About The Position

The Nutritionist Associate independently determines nutrition eligibility for applicants and clients within program guidelines and prescribes appropriate food packages. The role assesses nutritional status and eligibility for program services using the VENA nutrition assessment process and food-frequency history, including review of growth and weight patterns, biochemical values, and medical history. The associate independently sets dietary goals based on assessments, provides counseling tailored to individuals’ nutritional needs, and refers high-risk clients to a Nutritionist for counseling when appropriate.

This is a restricted position funded solely by the WIC program for a one-year period ending September 30, 2026. Funding availability is reviewed annually and periodically thereafter; continued employment depends on continued funding.

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 verbal and written communication skills to interact with a variety of patients, peers, and supervisors.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as a team member.
• Experience multitasking 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 proficiency in Spanish and English.
• Experience obtaining blood samples or finger sticks and taking individuals’ heights and weights.

Responsibilities

• Determine nutrition eligibility of applicants and clients within program guidelines.
• Prescribe appropriate food packages.
• Assess nutritional status and eligibility for program services using the VENA technique, food-frequency history, growth and weight patterns, biochemical values, and medical history.
• Set dietary goals based on nutrition assessments.
• Provide counseling tailored to individuals’ nutritional needs.
• Refer high-risk clients to a Nutritionist for counseling when appropriate.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed