Public Health Nutrition Assistant

State of Vermont•Saint Albans, VT

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Vermont Department of Health - St. Albans District Office is seeking a dynamic and organized Nutrition Assistant to join their team. This role directly supports the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), helping protect and promote the best health for all Vermonters. This is a full-time, hybrid in-person and remote position that blends nutrition education, participant support, and program administration duties in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in a health related field OR two (2) years of experience in a health related environment.
Travel to outlying sites will require a driver's license.
Private means of transportation may be required.

Nice To Haves

Ability to move seamlessly between tasks, stay organized amid regular interruptions, while always maintaining a welcoming and professional presence.

Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one certification services, nutrition education, and support to WIC participants
Use motivational interviewing and problem-solving skills to address nutrition related questions from participants and community partners
Deliver culturally sensitive and inclusive services, including coordinating and utilizing in-person and telephonic interpretation services
Assist with planning and coordinating caregiver and child health nutrition education activities in the WIC office and with community partners
Support clerical staff with duties that support enrollment, recruitment, retention, and overall office operations

Benefits

80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
State defined benefit pension plan
Deferred compensation 457(b) plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
Low cost group life insurance
Incentive-based Wellness Program
Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program