WIC Nutrition and Breastfeeding Coordinator

JOSEPH P. ADDABBO FAMILY HEALTH CENTER, INC.•New York, NY

162d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is responsible for overseeing various aspects of the WIC program, focusing on nutrition, breastfeeding support, program compliance, operations, and staff development. The coordinator will ensure adherence to WIC program policies and regulatory requirements, support program operations across multiple sites, and lead initiatives to enhance service delivery and community engagement. The position involves supervision of nutritionists and breastfeeding counselors, coordination of daily operations, and development of training programs. Additionally, the role requires representing the program, promoting breastfeeding and nutrition education, and organizing program events. This position is grant-funded, with employment contingent on continued funding and organizational needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in nutrition.
Maintains active certification as a Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC)
At least three (3) years of experience with WIC or a similar food assistance program.
Strong knowledge of maternal and child nutrition and lactation support.

Nice To Haves

Masters Preferred.
Supervisory experience in a clinical, community health, or administrative setting.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates strong knowledge of the WIC program mission, goals, policies, and procedures.
Maintains current knowledge of WIC requirements, benefits, and eligibility criteria.
Ensures compliance with confidentiality, participant safety, and regulatory requirements, including HIPAA, USDA, NYSDOH, and JPA FHC standards.
Monitors program data, quality indicators, and performance metrics to support compliance, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
Supports preparation for audits, state site visits, and other quality assurance activities.
Completes required NYSDOH and JPA FHC trainings, continuing education credits, and professional development activities.
Supports standardized program operations across multiple WIC sites to ensure consistency, efficiency, and program integrity.
Assists with planning, implementing, and evaluating WIC services in alignment with NYSDOH policies and guidelines.
Supervises and evaluates WIC Qualified Nutritionists and Breastfeeding Peer Counselors, providing coaching and performance feedback.
Coordinates daily operations, workflow, staffing, and scheduling to ensure effective service delivery.
Develops and oversees staff orientation and ongoing training programs and maintains required training documentation.
Serves as a backup Breastfeeding Expert as a Certified Lactation Counselor and Qualified Nutritionist when required.
Represents the WIC program at internal and external meetings as appropriate.
Leads strategic initiatives to increase participation in online nutrition education.
Promotes breastfeeding initiatives across sites to support improved maternal and infant outcomes.
Collaborates with the Outreach Coordinator and community partners to expand breastfeeding and nutrition education awareness.
Supports use of the WIC SharePoint platform to improve access to program documents and communication.
Plans and coordinates WIC sponsored events, including National Nutrition Month, Breastfeeding Awareness Month, and the Annual WIC Baby Shower.
Performs other related duties as required.
May be required to work flexible schedules, including rotation across WIC sites based on program needs.