Nutritionist Breastfeeding Coordinator

Loudoun County Government • Ashburn, VA

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The Loudoun County Health Department invites you to join our dynamic WIC team as a Nutritionist/Breastfeeding Coordinator. In this vital role, you will apply your expertise as a Registered Dietitian to provide comprehensive nutrition services, helping to shape healthier futures for families in the County’s Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Supplemental Food Program. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is committed to improving maternal and child health and empowering families through nutrition and education.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a related field and satisfactory completion of a program of supervised clinical experience approved by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics; or related qualification requirements as defined by the Code of Virginia Chapter 27.1 of Title 54.1 Dietitians and Nutritionist; one year of relevant experience.
• Criminal background check, fingerprinting, and Child Protective Services (CPS) check required.
• Required to obtain and maintain active registration as a Dietitian, as defined by VA code.
• Must obtain this active registration within six (6) months of the hire date.
• Complete specialized training in lactation management and care - International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) (preferred) or 45-hour Lactation Education Accreditation and Approval Review Committee (LEAARC)-approved training in lactation management within 6 months of employment.
• Meet Certified Professional Authority (CPA) and Designated Breastfeeding Expert (DBE) qualifications within first 12 months of employment.
• Meet WIC education and continuing education requirements.
• TB test within 10 days of hire.
• Hold or obtain First Aid/CPR certifications at hire or within four (4) months of hire.
• Vaccination or proof of vaccination as required for Health Care Personnel by the Virginia Department of Health.
• Obtain any Department-required certifications within established time frames of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Previous WIC experience.
• Certification in Breastfeeding such as Certified Breastfeeding Specialist (CBS) and International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) are highly preferred.
• Bilingual skills in Spanish/English preferred.
• Experience working with electronic health records.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Breastfeeding Program for the Loudoun Health District.
• Analyze participant diets and calculate nutritional adequacy based on Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA).
• Assess client nutritional needs according to their lifecycle stage and health status, tailoring WIC food packages and providing individualized nutrition counseling.
• Review and interpret medical/nutritional histories and lab results.
• Deliver educational training and outreach on nutrition and breastfeeding to individuals and community groups.
• Conduct high-risk nutrition counseling for clients with specific medical conditions, such as obesity, gestational issues, and anemia.
• Lead community education and outreach efforts to increase awareness of program benefits, utilizing strategic methods and venues to effectively share information.
• Interviewing clients to assess symptoms and identify nutritional deficiencies.
• Performing lab tests, taking physical measurements, and evaluating medical records and lab results.
• Process special formula and concentrated formula requests, nutritionals and formula needed for tube feeding.
• Conducting WIC certifications and providing individualized nutrition counseling.
• Calculating the nutritional adequacy of meals based on Recommended Daily Allowances (RDAs).
• Developing and presenting both normal and therapeutic diets tailored to client needs.
• Planning and delivering individual and group nutrition education sessions on topics such as healthy eating, pregnancy nutrition, weight control, and breastfeeding.
• Promoting breastfeeding and certifying pregnant women at intake appointments.
• Loaning breast pumps and addressing breastfeeding-related questions and concerns.
• Supervising and supporting Breastfeeding Peer Counselors.
• Providing guidance on USDA food supplement programs.
• Writing reports, developing educational materials, maintaining case files and records, and ensuring program compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Managing equipment and supply inventory, including issuing supplemental foods such as infant formula.
• Participating in planning, staff meetings, in-service training, and other departmental activities.
• Attending professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Performing additional duties assigned to support WIC and departmental goals.

Benefits

• Impactful Work: Make a real difference by helping families receive informative nutrition and breastfeeding information.
• Community Engagement: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to protecting the health and safety of Loudoun County residents.
• Professional Development: Grow your skills in nutrition and breastfeeding counseling, and support families across Loudoun County get access to healthy food and medical care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level