WIC Nutritionist

Warsaw, IN Starting Pay:

$23.81/hour

Employment Type:

Full-Time Mondays 10:45 am-7:15 pm, Tuesday-Friday 8:45 am-5:15 pm The WIC Nutritionist is responsible for conducting nutrition and breastfeeding assessments, providing education and counseling, and identifying the need for individualized care and referrals. This role plays a key part in supporting the health and well-being of women, infants, and children in the community. Represent the Indiana WIC Program positively through clinic services and community outreach (e.g., farmers markets, healthcare partnerships) Conduct nutrition assessments and provide individualized, culturally appropriate education and counseling Support and promote breastfeeding as the standard infant feeding method Provide evidence-based breastfeeding education to pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding clients Maintain accurate documentation in the Indiana WIC Management Information System (INWIC MIS) Develop and tailor food prescriptions based on client needs Provide referrals to Medicaid, substance abuse services, and other community resources Lead group education sessions and maintain related documentation Schedule client appointments and manage records within

INWIC MIS

Ensure confidentiality in compliance with federal WIC regulations Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and community partners Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and required conferences May supervise other staff as needed Perform additional duties as assigned Required - Must meet one of the following: Registered Dietitian (RD) or RD-eligible Bachelor's or Master's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or Nutrition Sciences Registered Nurse (RN) Bachelor's or Master's degree in a health-related field with documented nutrition coursework

Preferred:

Experience in maternal and child health or public health Strong communication skills (verbal and written) Ability to work independently and as part of a team Cultural competency and ability to serve diverse populations Flexibility in a changing program environment Professionalism aligned with legal and ethical standards Ability to use standard office equipment and electronic systems Ability to accommodate language needs using interpretation services Fast-paced clinical setting with frequent public interaction Exposure to noise and close-contact environments Duties may include: Measuring height/weight Performing hemoglobin finger sticks Lifting/holding infants and children Occasional travel between clinic locations and to statewide conferences Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Company-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Voluntary Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Retirement Plan Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time Holiday Pay Flexible Scheduling Paid Training and Continuing Education Opportunities Advancement Opportunities Tuition Assistance Employee Referral Bonus All Cardinal Services locations are tobacco-free Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant Apply online at: www.cardinalservices.org Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.