WIC Nutritionist

Meeting Street•Providence, RI

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Looking for a rewarding career that makes a difference in children’s lives? Look no further and join the team at Meeting Street! Meeting Street is a special place of learning, where children of all abilities have the opportunities to reach their fullest potential. Meeting Street is currently looking for a WIC Nutritionist working 40 hours weekly.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in dietetics, foods and nutrition, public health or related areas.
A minimum of three years’ experience in public health nutrition, clinical or outpatient dietetics required; familiarity of WIC program highly desirable.
Valid CPR and First-Aid certification or willing to obtain.
Maintains continuing education credits or certification as appropriate.
Manual dexterity and mobility required.
Able to regularly sit, stand or walk, and occasionally reach for prolonged periods of time.
Must be able to lift, push, move and/or carry supplies or equipment up to 25 pounds, and occasionally be able to bend, stoop, crouch or kneel.

Nice To Haves

familiarity of WIC program highly desirable

Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one counseling to WIC participants (pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children) on proper nutrition, infant feeding, breastfeeding, and healthy lifestyle choices.
Work closely with other health professionals and community organizations to provide comprehensive, integrated support to families.
Determines risk eligibility of applicants based on certifying criteria established by federal, state and local regulation and policy including assessment of anthropometrics, hematological and other pertinent data.
Ensures correct issuance of WIC food instruments and entry of certification data/information into information system.
Facilitate nutrition related groups, workshops or lectures for clients and/or the general community.
Create and deliver items in the Nutrition Education Plan.
Communicate with HCP over the phone or via fax to obtain prescriptions, anthropometric data, and hematology(iron/lead) results when needed.
Assist families in accessing WIC benefits, food packages, and other health-related resources, ensuring they understand how to maximize these supports, including WIC Medical prescription forms for formula/supplemental drinks for patients.