WIC Nutritionist/Dietician

Job description

Lane County WIC is looking to add a positive and dynamic individual to our team. The WIC nutritionist/dietician position provides nutrition assessment, counseling and follow-up care for participants experiencing complex health conditions and growth concerns. WIC Utilizes current references and resources when making recommendations to participants including referrals to community-based organizations and health care providers. Management of the high-risk caseload includes developing individualized care plans, nutrition counseling, lactation support, and the completion of WIC certifications. Regular communication with health care providers regarding feeding/nutrition plans and growth follow up is required. Acts as a nutrition resource for co-workers and community partners, assists with outreach and training of staff. This position also assists in developing and implementing the annual nutrition services plan, writing local procedures, and approving nutritional handouts and class content. Certifying clients involves screening for eligibility, performing a basic health assessment, assigning food packages, issuing eWIC cards and providing shopper education. About the Division: Lane County WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children. This public health program is designed to improve health outcomes and influence lifetime nutrition for families. Nutrition education is the cornerstone of the WIC Program. WIC provides services to income eligible pregnant and postpartum individuals as well as to families with infants or children under the age of five. Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm, with potential for two evening shifts per month from 10:00am - 7:00pm. *This is an AFSCME represented position QUALIFICATIONS Training: - Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in foods and nutrition, dietetics or a related field. Experience: - Two years of increasingly responsible experience in nutrition or dietetics. - An equivalent combination of experience and training, demonstrating the required knowledge and abilities, is qualifying. Special Requirements: - Registered Dietitian with the American Dietetic Association (ADA); or eligible for ADA registration and must pass exam within six months of appointment. - This position is subject to a full background check. - Offers of employment are contingent upon consenting to and successfully passing a drug screening test. - Must be in possession of a valid driver's license at time of application, and a valid Oregon Driver's license by time of appointment. Notes: - Job experience with the pediatric population preferred. - Experience providing lactation support and counseling preferred. For full job details, follow this link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lanecountyor/jobs/5351236/wic-nutritionist-dietician