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NORTHEAST TEXAS PUBLIC HEALTH

Nutrition Assistant WIC Daingerfield

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What they do

A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.

$34,471 / year median in Texas

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More Like This Salary Not Available Position range in Morris County $24k
  • $46k Per Year Nutrition Assistant WIC Daingerfield
NORTHEAST TEXAS PUBLIC HEALTH
Occupation:
Office Clerks, General
Location:
Daingerfield, TX
  • 75638
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift
Posted:
08/25/2026 Positions available: 1
Source:
WorkInTexas
Web Site:
WorkInTexas Onsite /
Remote:
Work onsite all of the time
Updated:
08/28/2026
Expires:
09/24/2026 Job #: 17060632 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Experience 1 Month(s) DL Required Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Shift Day Shift Public Transit Available Help for . Description Nutrition Assistant
Department:
WIC Daingerfield
Salary:
Commensurate with education and experience
City/State:
Daingerfield, TX
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Type:
Full Time
Experience:
One year in general office or heavy public contact position
Work Schedule:
Contact Name:
Amanda Williams
Contact Email:
awilliams@netphd.org
Date Posted:
2026-08-25 PURPOSE
OF POSITION
Assists WIC Program professionals in clinics teaching low risk nutrition classes, providing clerical support, and performing some laboratory tasks.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • -Answers telephone and greets participants in a courteous and timely manner.
  • -Makes appointments accurately.
  • -Correctly figures income and address eligibility.
  • -Fills out forms completely and accurately.
  • -Accurately maintains manual and automated inventory.
  • -Completes assigned filing on a timely weekly basis.
  • -Prepares charts for designated categories.
  • -Accurately performs laboratory tasks.
  • -Assists in outreach activities.
  • -Consults with supervisor on uncommon requests and follows his/her recommendation.
  • -Participates in community health promotion efforts through teaching and counseling community groups.
  • -Documents services provided promptly and on correct record forms.
  • -Reviews charts at end of clinic to be sure all recording is complete and signed.
  • -Participates in record audit process as requested.
  • -Responds to requests for information and assistance from the community and individuals.
  • -Provides assistance, education, and referral to resources for those who visit or phone the WIC Program.
  • -Coordinates services, initiates referrals, and accepts referrals from other providers.
  • -Assists WIC vendors with common questions.
  • -Provides appropriate documentation.
  • -Records in a clear, concise, and objective manner.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Skills:
Bilingual (English/Spanish) reading, writing, and speaking skills preferred. Must type 35 wpm (net).
Experience:
One year in general office or heavy public contact position. Must have current Texas Driver™s license and good driving record.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
EMPLOYER