WIC Nutritionist (Competent Professional Authority)

WIC Nutritionist (Competent Professional Authority) 620 Wing Street, Elgin, IL 60123 $27.15 - $27.96 an hour - Full-time $27.15 - $27.96 an hour - Full-time

GENERAL FUNCTION

Responsible for conducting nutrition assessments, determining client eligibility, and providing nutrition counseling and group education to clients of the Well Child Center.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assess client's nutritional status and determine WIC program eligibility. Provide individual nutrition counseling based on assessment and WIC program guidelines. Prescribe client food package(s); explain and issues EBT card. Schedule individual or group nutrition education follow up appointments. Refer clients to appropriate medical and community resources. Complete client's WIC record including documentation of nutrition assessment, case notes, follow up appointments and referrals, and required forms with signatures. Plan and present nutrition education group sessions. Utilize the I-WIC Management Information System for all aspects of the WIC program. Demonstrate continuing education development through participation in seminars, staff meetings, and in-service programs. Maintain client confidentiality. Comply with all federal, state, and local agency policies, procedures, and regulations. Provide nutrition education and health information and outreach to community groups and schools. Perform miscellaneous responsibilities as directed by the WIC Manager.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree (required) or master's degree (preferred) in nutrition sciences or related field or its equivalent required. Flexible and able to multitask on several different aspects of a project or on multiple projects.

Notice:

This employer participates in E-Verify. This employer will only use E-Verify once a prospective employee has accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$27.15 - $27.96 per hour

Benefits:

Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person