WIC Nutritionist

Responsible for completing nutrition and breastfeeding assessment, education and counseling, and identifying the need for individual care and follow-up with a WIC Qualified Nutritionist. Must be one of the following:

• Qualified Nutritionist o Registered Dietitian; or o Registration eligible to take the exam for the Commission on Dietetic Registration; or o Bachelor's or master's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or Nutrition Sciences
• Registered Nurse
• A graduate of a bachelor's or master's program in a health-related field which, through review of an official transcript from an accredited college, includes a study in nutrition. Experience in maternal and child health or public health setting preferred
• Display a positive reflection of the Indiana WIC Program, both in the clinic and through community outreach activities, which may include local Farmers' Market events and collaborations with healthcare providers, non-profit organizations, and other community partners.
• Develop working relationships with other staff and partnering community agencies.
• Maintain a compassionate clinic environment that supports the needs of the community.
• Support and promote breastfeeding as the normative infant feeding method within the clinic environment.
• Provide all pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding clients with evidence-based breastfeeding support and education, within the clinic role's scope of practice.
• Follow all policies and procedures of the Indiana WIC program.
• Provide written information to clients regarding Medicaid, agencies that provide Drug and Substance Abuse counseling, and other social service agencies.
• Document required information in the Indiana WIC Management Information System (INWIC MIS) to complete certification and nutrition education contact procedures.
• Complete nutrition assessments and provide nutrition education and referrals tailored to the client's living conditions, nutritional needs, food patterns, preferences, and dietary restrictions.
• Provide counseling using a client-centered approach.
• Lead group education classes and maintain related files and records.
• Document assessments (including anthropometrics), education, counseling, and referrals in the

INWIC MIS.

• Create and tailor a food prescription using the

INWIC MIS

that is appropriate to the client's needs.

• Schedule appointments using the Indiana WIC Management Information System (INWIC MIS).
• Ensure confidentiality of applicant and client information in accordance with WIC federal regulation.
• Participate in in-service education and staff meetings.
• Attend off-site conferences and meetings as needed or required by the position.
• Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
• Present in the clinic during all clinic hours, up to the limit for full-time employees.
• Ability to work independently.
• Work effectively on a multidisciplinary team.
• Flexibility during periods of Program change.
• Effective communication, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to facilitate conversations with individuals to address their needs.
• Demonstrate professionalism in a manner consistent with legal and ethical standards including WIC federal regulation.
• Operate standard office and computer equipment. Utilize Indiana WIC communication services to appropriately serve WIC clients.
• Work completed in a fast-paced clinic setting. This may include interaction with the public, exposure to loud noises, and working in close proximity to others.
• Client interactions, including but not limited to, height and weight measurements, hemoglobin finger sticks, and holding/lifting infants and children as needed.
• Repetitive motion related to standard office work

Pay:

$28.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Wellness program

Work Location:

In person