WIC Nutritionist (Mobile Program)

WOOD RIVER HEALTH•Hope Valley, RI

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About The Position

The WIC Nutritionist (Mobile Program) provides nutrition assessments, eligibility determinations, individualized nutrition counseling, and breastfeeding support to pregnant women, infants, children, and caregivers enrolled in the WIC Program. The position delivers services in office settings and through the Mobile WIC Clinic to expand access to nutrition and health services for families throughout Rhode Island. The role provides participant-centered care, coordinates referrals, supports outreach, and operates the Mobile WIC Clinic in accordance with federal, state, and program requirements. This is a grant-funded position. The position is field based and travels throughout Rhode Island. The employee must be willing and able to work in the field and at the Hope Valley and Westerly locations as business needs require. Assignments at either site may be temporary, regular, or rotating. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics or Nutrition from an accredited institution, with a major in foods and nutrition, community nutrition, or nutritional sciences.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, proof of insurance, and a satisfactory driving record.
Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations.
Cultural sensitivity for working with a diverse patient and staff population.
Ability and willingness to work in the field throughout Rhode Island and at the Hope Valley and Westerly locations as business needs require.

Responsibilities

Determine and certify participant eligibility according to WIC policies and procedures.
Provide participant-centered nutrition counseling and breastfeeding education and support according to USDA WIC Nutrition Services Standards.
Coordinate care with health care providers regarding participants’ nutrition and health care needs.
Refer participants to programs that best meet their needs.
Conduct primary and secondary nutrition contacts, including dietary assessments and counseling, by phone and/or in person.
Customize WIC food packages to meet individual needs.
Maintain current knowledge of pediatric and prenatal nutrition and federal and state WIC regulations.
Perform intake measurements, including height, weight, and hemoglobin screening, as needed.
Provide services in mobile and satellite WIC clinics at community sites and rural locations throughout Rhode Island.
Safely operate and drive the Mobile WIC Clinic to assigned community outreach locations, ensuring the clinic and required equipment arrive safely and on time and are ready to provide services.
Assist with setup, daily operation, and breakdown of the Mobile WIC Clinic at community sites.
Coordinate Mobile WIC Clinic schedules and site locations with WIC staff and community partners.
Follow organizational policies, safety procedures, vehicle requirements, and Rhode Island Department of Health guidelines related to mobile clinic operations.
Complete clerical duties, including answering phones, scheduling and confirming appointments, entering data, and scanning documents.
Provide nutrition services at the Hope Valley and Westerly locations when not assigned to the Mobile WIC Clinic.
Complete required Rhode Island Department of Health trainings.
Communicate consistently with the WIC Manager and report progress in all areas of responsibility.
Attend and actively participate in supervision, training, and other assigned meetings.
Maintain strict confidentiality and safeguard protected health information in accordance with HIPAA.
Support Wood River Health’s mission, vision, and values and follow organizational policies, procedures, and Compliance Program Standards.
Perform other duties as assigned to meet business needs.