WIC Nutritionist

Tulsa Health Department•Central Regional Health Center Tulsa OK, OK

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Primarily responsible for providing nutrition assessment and education for clients through classes and individual counseling. Provides nutrition education classes, breastfeeding support and promotion.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a social, community, health, education or nutritional field required.
One year of experience as a WIC certifier preferred.
Knowledge of nutrition as it relates to public health practices.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Bilingual in Spanish/Zomi preferred.
Skill in preparation and presentation of materials in formal classes.
Good interpersonal skills to deal effectively with clients and staff.
Comfortable working with blood samples.
Candidate for the Certified Nutrition Specialist credential preferred, but not required.
Valid Oklahoma driver license.
Must maintain THD record confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations.
Must possess ability and willingness to perform job-related travel.
Must be punctual and work required shifts.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as a WIC certifier
Bilingual in Spanish/Zomi
Candidate for the Certified Nutrition Specialist credential

Responsibilities

Evaluate the nutrition status of individuals and completes certification for WIC eligibility.
Determine the nutrition status of clients; evaluate dietary practices; and plan individual nutrition guidance and care for normal nutrition and diet problems.
Counsel clients to motivate and encourage change to improve quality of life through modifications in diet, activity, and other lifestyle habits.
Refer clients to additional agencies or programs that may be of benefit to that person or family.
Provide nutrition education to individuals, families and groups by conducting classes and providing individual consultation.
Perform Hemoglobin checks and handle blood samples of WIC clients.
Collect anthropometric data on all WIC clients by obtaining weight and height measurements.
Complete the Midpoint Wellness Check when indicated during individual consultation appointments.
Respond to TEAMS messages, emails and other forms of communication in a timely manner.
Provide support to nutrition assistants in the WIC Program.
Provide support to clients, staff and OSDH WIC as requested to ensure clients receive service in their preferred language and materials are culturally relevant (if bilingual).
Provide nutrition education and training for WIC staff and WIC eligible populations as requested or needed.
Provide breastfeeding promotion, support and counseling, including the issuance of breast pumps and promotion of breastfeeding to WIC clients.
Mentor dietetic intern students assigned to WIC for their community rotations.
Monitor and maintain inventory of breast pump supplies at assigned clinics.
Assist in the day-to-day operation of assigned WIC clinics.
Input all PHOCIS records by end of workday or within 24 hours of appointment completion.
Evaluate each formula request received by WIC clinic staff within 24 hours of receipt.
Input a PHOCIS encounter immediately following evaluation with notes detailing the current status of the request, including pending, completed, and/or further recommendations.
Submit work orders and communicate with Manager/Supervisor for clinic and personal maintenance, safety and technology issues.
Activate and deactivate alarm systems at satellite WIC sites and ensure the building is locked and secured before leaving the premises.
Complete required training in support of duties and responsibilities of this position.
Perform other duties as assigned including those required to fulfill activities in support of public health emergency operations.