Nutritionist II

City of Corpus Christi, TX•Corpus Christi, TX

46d

About The Position

The Nutritionist II is responsible for planning and conducting individual and group nutrition education activities to provide optimal participation education. They will assure compliance with state agency program requirements and supervise staff providing nutrition education and quality assurance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) or a master's degree (MA/MS) in Nutrition or nutrition related field; or a degree with 24-hours of nutrition coursework to be validated by the State Agency
Three (3) years of WIC clinic experience
A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire
Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:
Criminal Background Check: Yes
Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes
Drug Screening: Yes
Physical Exam: Yes

Responsibilities

Provide counseling to all WIC clients regarding reduction of health risk
Screen incoming prescriptions, counsel moms, and determine eligibility of formulas via WIC guidelines
Identify nutrition risk codes and nutrition care appropriate for the identified condition
Review all nutrition codes assigned by staff to ensure accuracy
Perform nutritional assessments and counseling based on information gathered by interviewing participants and evaluating anthropometric measurements (health, weight, BMI, and biochemical data - hemoglobin or hematocrit)
Coordinate and conduct group in-person nutrition education
Create social media posts in line with USDA MyPlate guidelines
Provide guidance to other staff teaching WIC classes to ensure that nutrition education is presented according to policies, procedures, and approved plans
Ensure all policies and procedures are followed in all areas of WIC screening
Provide onboarding training
Develop staff calendars
Make sure TXIN scheduler reflects clinic availability
Manage WIC nutritionists
Act as Quality Assurance Coordinator
Lead quarterly meetings, complete audits assigned to agency, and participate in audits regularly
Provide recommendations for improving clinical area
Conduct monthly inventory audits and complete other audits as requested
Coordinate and perform community outreach for the Corpus Christi Nueces County Public Health District WIC program
Ensure that WIC posters and pamphlets are displayed in areas that are easily displayed and accessible to the general population