Wic nutrition educator Job at National WIC Association (Janesville)

Nutrition Educator

Come and start a new job with us, learn a new skill set, earn certifications, an...

Location

United States , Mount Vernon

Salary:

Not provided

National WIC Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Preference given to those who are bilingual in Spanish/English

Job Responsibility

Provides nutrition and breastfeeding education
Conducts nutrition assessments for the Women, Infants & Children (WIC) program
Provides individualized client education
Creates plans of care
Provides referrals for other services as appropriate

What we offer

All training on the job
Stable and consistent hours
Great working environment
Opportunity to learn a new skill set
Earn certifications

Fulltime

Wic health educator

Serves as a Competent Professional Authority (CPA) for the WIC Program, includin...

Location

United States , Plaquemine

Salary:

Not provided

National WIC Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Serves as a Competent Professional Authority (CPA) for the WIC Program
determining eligibility for WIC
evaluating lab values
evaluating nutritional requirements
prescribing a food package

Regional Nutritionist Supervisor

This full-time position serves as a clinic and regional supervisor for WIC servi...

Location

United States , Sheridan

Salary:

6171.35 - 6586.66 USD / Month

Wyoming Department of Transportation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Healthcare)
1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Health Programs) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Health Program Specialist
OR 4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Health Programs) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Health Program Specialist
Travel required
Must complete an Employee Health Assessment, including verification of immunity to vaccine-preventable diseases
TB testing upon hire and complete the TB risk assessment annually

Job Responsibility

Interprets and monitors adherence to Federal and State WIC Regulations and Policies within assigned local agency and region through consultation visits, management evaluations, and the provision of quality nutrition services
Functions as a liaison between local agencies in the region and the State WIC Office
Performs WIC participant certification, including health and nutrition assessment/nutrition education for participants, including breastfeeding education/support and health referrals
Prescribes and issues supplemental, nutritious food packages
Provides program management of WIC offices within the region, including quality assurance activities
Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate subordinate-level employees within the local agency and region
Communicates with relevant parties regarding changes to rules, expectations, and goals while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations
Assures the development of services and that actual service delivery meets the needs of participants, and assures that areas of concern with service delivery are appropriately addressed
Assesses community needs and conducts appropriate outreach
Conduct and tailor nutrition screening, assessment, and education, and health screens, including anthropometric and hematologic assessment, to determine WIC eligibility

What we offer

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457B plans
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Moving Expenses: The Wyoming WIC Program may reimburse up to $3,000 for actual, eligible moving expenses

Fulltime

Registered Dietitian Supervisor

This role provides counseling, education, and assessment for infants, children, ...

Location

United States , Waco

Salary:

69907.85 USD / Year

National WIC Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health, or a related field and 1 year supervisory experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health, or a related field and 1 year supervisory experience (if currently licensed/credentialed RD, Bachelor’s degree is accepted)
Valid Texas Driver’s License
Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credentials through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
Registered Dietitian license through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) required within 90 days

Job Responsibility

Provides counseling, education, and assessment for infants, children, and pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women clients for the Public Health District (PHD)
Supervises and trains clinic staff
Provides direct client care for PHD clients, including interviewing and assessing nutritional status to determine client's WIC eligibility and nutrition care plan
Performs anthropometric and biochemical measurements
Approves specialty infant formulas
Provides nutrition education and outreach programs and works with the community to increase public awareness of proper nutrition
Provides information, counseling, and medical case management according to specific program and physician guidelines
Supervises staff, assigns duties, monitors operations, and reviews the work of assigned staff
Evaluates appropriateness of formula issuance
Coordinates quality assurance plan

Fulltime

Wic certifying health professional 2

The Clark County Combined Health District seeks a Certifying Health Professional...

Location

United States , Springfield

Salary:

Not provided

National WIC Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Registered Dietitian (RD/LD)
Registered Nurse (RN) with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Physician Assistant (PA)
or a minimum of one (1) year experience as a Certifying Health Professional 1 (DTR or ADN/RN) demonstrating strong clinical judgment and the ability to independently fulfill the responsibilities of the role

Job Responsibility

Assists with certification/recertification of WIC participants
prescribes appropriate food packages in a clinical setting
Provides nutrition counseling to WIC participants individually and/or in in-group sessions regarding normal nutritional needs including breastfeeding
establishes individual nutrition goals
completes necessary documentation in the medical record
makes referrals to resources, programs, and physicians as needed
Identifies the need for individual nutrition care plans
If RD/RDN, implements individual nutrition care plans or high-risk participants and assists Nutrition and Breastfeeding Supervisor in reviews of high-risk participants' individual nutrition care plans when developed by non-RD/RDN certifying health professionals to make recommendations as needed
Compiles statistics and data needed to complete monthly reports and other reports required by the Ohio WIC Program
When necessary, assists in obtaining medical data (heights, weights, and hematocrits) needed for certification/recertification

Senior Public Health Nutritionist

This is a professional position responsible for providing various functions in t...

Location

United States , Marianna

Salary:

Not provided

National WIC Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Clear/active Florida license in Dietetics/Nutrition
Supervisory experience including communicating, motivating, training, and evaluating employees
Experience in planning and directing employees’ work
Experience in nutrition assessment and counseling
Experience conducting classes, demonstrations, and nutrition education activities
Knowledge of WIC policies and procedures, breastfeeding, and nutrition
Attendance at relevant seminars and workshops to keep current in field.

Job Responsibility

Provide various functions in the WIC Certification process for the Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
Certify and provide appropriate nutrition assessment and nutrition counseling for eligible clients (pregnant, breastfeeding, postpartum women, infants, and children to age five)
Utilize established nutrition criteria to assess nutritional and anthropometric information to assign appropriate nutrition risks and food packages
Provide individual nutrition counseling based on nutritional assessment, anthropometric and laboratory data
Conduct classes, demonstrations, and other nutrition education activities for WIC clients
Promote and support breastfeeding to WIC clients and the community
Assist with planning, implementing, and evaluating the public health nutrition program for WIC clients, health department patients, and staff.

Wic certifying health professional 1

The Clark County Combined Health District seeks a Certifying Health Professional...

Location

United States , Springfield

Salary:

Not provided

National WIC Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Dietetic Technician Registered (DT/DTR) or associate degree Registered Nurse (ADN/RN)

Job Responsibility

Assists with certification/recertification of WIC participants
prescribes appropriate food packages in a clinical setting
Provides nutrition counseling to WIC participants individually and/or in in-group sessions regarding normal nutritional needs including breastfeeding
establishes individual nutrition goals
completes necessary documentation in the medical record
makes referrals to resources, programs, and physicians as needed
Compiles statistics and data needed to complete monthly reports and other reports required by the Ohio WIC Program
When necessary, assists in obtaining medical data (heights, weights, and hematocrits) needed for certification/recertification
Helps develop nutrition education materials, newsletters, outreach information, etc.
Sets up and operates visual aids

WIC Breastfeeding Coordinator/Peer Supervisor

The WIC Breastfeeding Coordinator promotes, educates and supports our prenatal a...

Location

United States , Troy

Salary:

Not provided

National WIC Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

The WIC Breastfeeding Coordinator promotes, educates and supports our prenatal and breastfeeding participants
work as a Health Professional
complete certifications that involve assessing, counseling and educating WIC families about nutrition

Job Responsibility

The WIC Breastfeeding Coordinator promotes, educates and supports our prenatal and breastfeeding participants
work as a Health Professional
complete certifications that involve assessing, counseling and educating WIC families about nutrition

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